Art at Burrinja
Kathrin Longhurst, 'The Adventurer', 2023, oil on linen 182cm x 121cm - Image courtesy of FLG (Detail)
Burrinja Presents
Sunset Sessions | Celebrating Women
Fri 7 Mar | 6pm - 9pm
Join us for a special Friday night event in celebration of Women Painting Women and International Women’s Day. Experience an inspiring evening of live music, art, and conversation featuring talented artists and performers.
Event Highlights:
6.30pm - 7pm Artist Talk with Emma Jennings - Emma shares the powerful stories behind her two portraits in the Women Painting Women exhibition. Discover how her work connects to the creative recovery project documenting the impacts of the June 2021 storms in the Dandenong Ranges.
7pm - 8pm Life Drawing with Dagmar Cyrulla - Award-winning portrait painter Dagmar Cyrulla hosts a live drawing workshop—no experience needed! Whether you're a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, this interactive session promises to be engaging and fun.
8pm - 9pm Live Music - Rebellious Bird fuses soul, jazz, and funk with social activism. Led by Erin Downie, their powerful sound inspires change. With deep, emotive tones and solid grooves, they amplify voices for justice. Passionate and driven, Erin sings with truth, igniting action and hope for a better world.
6pm - 9pm HM Gin Tastings - HM Gin is a father-daughter distillery crafting award-winning, smooth, and flavourful gins. Founded by Gavin and Amy, they create premium spirits with fresh botanicals, offering unique drinking experiences. From citrusy Orange Squeeze to bold Six-Eyed Scorpion Chilli Gin, each bottle showcases their passion for quality and creativity.
Don’t miss this unique fusion of art, music, and storytelling, celebrating the brilliance of women in the arts.
Amber-rose Hulme, Resilience 2023 – acrylic and pencil on wood panel 70 x 65cm Image courtesy of FLG and Amber-rose Hulme.
Burrinja Presents
Women Painting Women
Sat 1 Feb - Sun 9 Mar | Burrinja Gallery
Women Painting Women is a landmark group exhibition that showcases the exceptional talent of women realist portrait artists. The fourth instalment of this celebrated series brings together award-winning painters from across Victoria, New South Wales and Western Australia.
Inspired by the Women Painting Women movement in the United States and marks the fourth Australian edition of this powerful celebration of traditional realist painting. It honours the incredible talent and diverse voices of women artists, showcasing their exceptional mastery of portraiture.
Immerse yourself in the skill, depth, and beauty of art by women, where each piece tells a compelling story through the timeless medium of realist painting.
The Artists
Kelly Maree (NSW), Emma Jennings, Janne Kearney, Yvonne East (NSW), Alanah Ellen Brand, Vicki Sullivan, Kathrin Longhurst (NSW), Desiree Crossing (WA), Sarah Anthony, Liz Gridley, Amber-rose Hulme, Dagmar Cyrulla and Jaq Grantford.
In conjunction with this inspiring exhibition, Burrinja is thrilled to host a variety of special events celebrating the Women Painting Women showcase.
Live Portrait Demo - Vicki Sullivan & Liz Gridley | Sun 16 Feb from 10.30am to 4pm - Burrinja Gallery
International Women's Day 2025 Weekend Events - Join us for a weekend of activities.
Sunset Sessions - Workshops, artist talks & live music | Fri 7 Mar 6pm - 9pm - Burrinja Cultural Centre
Your Library Events featuring
Elizabeth Gould – The Artist Behind the Man with Heidi Bell | Fri 7 Mar 9.30am - Belgrave Library Free RSVP.
Botanical Folk Drawing Workshop with Elizabeth Gleeson | Sat 8 Mar 10.30am - 11.30am - Belgrave Library $10 Book here.
Self-Discovery and Vulnerability - Embracing Truth in the Creative Process - A Talk with Ramak Bamzar, Photographer | Sun 9 Mar 10.30am - 11.30am Burrinja Gallery Free RSVP.
Burrinja Presents
Jessie Yvette Journoud-Ryan | On the Wing
Sat 8 Feb - Sun 23 Mar | aerie gallery
On the Wing - An exhibition by Jessie Yvette Journoud-Ryan
Step into a world of intricate wall sculptures and freestanding pieces that celebrate the vibrant birdlife of the Dandenong Ranges.
On the Wing is a stunning tribute to the charm, beauty, and quirks of our beloved backyard birds.
Crafted from a rich tapestry of European, Japanese, and Australian antique ware, alongside hand-sculpted and painted ceramics. Each bird portrait captures their unique personalities, striking plumage, and lively spirit.
Here’s to their bold colours, curious ways, the rhythm of their wings, and the elegance of their strut.
Free exhibition - Wed to Sun 10am - 4pm
Chrysalis
Dandenong Ranges Open Studios Group Exhibition
Fri 21 Mar to Sun 27 Apr | Burrinja Gallery
The annual Open Studios group exhibition is designed to produce a cohesive and diverse range of artwork to showcase the creative energy and skill of each artist. This year’s theme is Chrysalis.
The Chrysalis exhibition invites artists to explore personal or collective evolution, the shedding of old identities, and the emergence of new perspectives. It encourages reflection on the cycles of change, resilience, and the beauty that often arises from moments of quiet introspection and metamorphosis. Through various mediums and interpretations, the exhibition seeks to highlight the delicate yet powerful process of becoming.
With 42 studios showcasing nearly 60 artists, the Chrysalis exhibition is the perfect place to whet your appetite with this ‘taster’ of the diverse talent the hills has to offer, before embarking on your journey to explore the studios.
Don’t forget to vote for your favourite piece in the People’s Choice Award.
Exhibition Launch: 7pm Thursday 20th March 2025 – everyone welcome
Burrinja presents
Self-Discovery and Vulnerability: Embracing Truth in the Creative Process
FREE Talk by Photographer Ramak Bamzar
Sun 9 Mar 10.30am - 11.30am | Burrinja
Photographer and visual artist Ramak Bamzar presents "Self-Discovery and Vulnerability: Embracing Truth in the Creative Process." Explore how self-awareness and vulnerability shape the creative journey, fostering authenticity and enriching artistic expression.
Ramak is a Naarm (Melbourne)-based artist whose staged photography delves into themes of ideology, body image, and femininity, influenced by her lived experiences in post-revolution Iran. Her work captures the tension between individuality and societal expectations for women.
FREE (RSVP required)
