New exhibition to help creatives reconnect

THIRTEEN Bendigo artists have come together for a new exhibition at the Living Arts Space in the Visitor Centre.

Imprint is a collection of more than 50 prints made using a range of processes, and visitor services manager Jemma Docherty said the exhibition was curated to help creatives reconnect with the community.

“The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant financial impact on local artists and their livelihoods with many experiencing cancelled and postponed exhibitions,” she said.

“Imprint is an opportunity to celebrate the diverse range of artists and acknowledge the important contribution that our local creative artists make to our region’s arts culture.”

The exhibition will officially open on Thursday night in conjunction with a festive shopping event at the Visitor Centre from 4pm to 8pm.

Ms Docherty said the event was part of the City of Greater Bendigo’s Love Your Local Christmas campaign to support producers, artists and makers during the gift giving season.

“You’ll have the opportunity to meet some of the artists at the Imprint exhibition and if you wish to support our local creatives and buy a unique artwork print, you can browse from over 50-plus limited edition prints available for sale,” she said.

“At the festive shopping night, those visiting the Imprint exhibition can also meet the makers of Uniquely Bendigo’s curated range of locally made products, including for the first-time products from Aboriginal businesses – all perfect Christmas gift ideas.

“This is a great way to support our local creatives, produces and makers and buy unique gifts for family members and friends at one event, so come along and enjoy a stress-free Christmas shopping night.”