Nobody does art like Joshua Levi Galleries.
On turning up last Thursday for the art auction, two artists were out the front, exhibiting their skills with cans of spray paint on a large canvas as people strode around with alcohol, eyeing off art pieces or fellow bidders. Quite a few of the artists were there, chatting away with the crowd and to each other. A live band left a taste of sass in the air with jazzy tunes serenading the crowd.
Those same tunes stopped once the bidding began.
A plethora of Brisbane's most delectable indie artwork went up for auction, with artists and art enthusiasts looking on. Over 25 pieces were held up to the light and examined by keen eyes putting a price on aesthetic.
I personally grabbed a piece by Mags (after stealing Lucas' bidding card and deciding to make a price on a piece or three) and met him afterwards for a quick word. I also bumped into the amazingly talented Georg, whose opening had been not a fortnight previously, then quickly introduced myself to Keiron McMaster who has his opening on the 30th. These three did not cease to amaze, all laid back and smiling and happy to chat about their work, inspirations and life in general.
I think the only problem with Joshua Levi Galleries is that every time I go, I manage to get a *little* tipsy and my co-conspirators have to put up with me. It's impossible not to have a wonderful time when going to an event there. Kudos to all the artists and to Joshua Levi himself!
For more information and future events: http://www.joshualevigalleries.com.au/
On turning up last Thursday for the art auction, two artists were out the front, exhibiting their skills with cans of spray paint on a large canvas as people strode around with alcohol, eyeing off art pieces or fellow bidders. Quite a few of the artists were there, chatting away with the crowd and to each other. A live band left a taste of sass in the air with jazzy tunes serenading the crowd.
Those same tunes stopped once the bidding began.
A plethora of Brisbane's most delectable indie artwork went up for auction, with artists and art enthusiasts looking on. Over 25 pieces were held up to the light and examined by keen eyes putting a price on aesthetic.
I personally grabbed a piece by Mags (after stealing Lucas' bidding card and deciding to make a price on a piece or three) and met him afterwards for a quick word. I also bumped into the amazingly talented Georg, whose opening had been not a fortnight previously, then quickly introduced myself to Keiron McMaster who has his opening on the 30th. These three did not cease to amaze, all laid back and smiling and happy to chat about their work, inspirations and life in general.
I think the only problem with Joshua Levi Galleries is that every time I go, I manage to get a *little* tipsy and my co-conspirators have to put up with me. It's impossible not to have a wonderful time when going to an event there. Kudos to all the artists and to Joshua Levi himself!
For more information and future events: http://www.joshualevigalleries.com.au/
The PORTFOLIO team at Joshua Levi Galleries. Left to Right: Rachell, Lucas and Zoie
(And the last laugh was on me, as Lucas informed me he thinks he accidentally put down his old information on his card, so I have to write a quick email to Joshua Levi to double check so I can get my painting!)
Rachell.
