Sandy Edgar

Vivlio & Fusion

A$35
of $200 targetyrs ago
Closed on 4th Feb 2013 at 12:00AM.
W e l c o m e !

Early 2013 is going to be an exciting time for me as an emerging artist. Not only will I be beginning my studies at James Cook University here in Cairns but I will also have my first two solo exhibitions. Together, they will allow me to showcase my photography, digital and mixed media art.  To help cover the costs of installation and openings I've created this campaign which I hope you will find worthy of supporting.


The exhibitions will be as follows:



Exhibition 1:



12th - 16th February 2013
C.1907 Contemporary Art Space

Vivlio showcases my journey with digital photography so far.  The images in this collection span 6 years and 7 cities beginning in 2006.  Featuring portrait, abstract, architecture and still life photography, it is a collection of some of my best images from my first self-published book which inspired the exhibition. It features many firsts and experiments for me as well as work created with The Hub (Portrait Photography Group), an Artist Run Initiative that I ran during 2011/12.

I'm proud of and grateful to have this as my first solo exhibition for it was photography that has led me to becoming an artist. 


During this exhibition I will also be holding a small free workshop for artists called; 'Introduction To Self-Publishing'.  If you are interested in taking part, please follow the link below for more details and to register your interest.

Workshop:
Saturday 16th February, 10.30am - 12.30pm. 
Bookings are essential and can be made here.


Opening Night:
Friday 15th February, 6pm - 8pm.
Featuring the vocal talents of a local musician (TBA).
Please RSVP by Wednesday 13th February here.



Selection of images from Vivlio. Full preview of book available here.



Behind-The-Scenes Video from one of the photoshoots for Vivlio
(please note: this was a group photoshoot -
additional photography by Anika Betts & Heather Maher in the video only)



Exhibition 2:



30th March - 4th May 2013
Cell Art Space

In late 2011 I began a series of experimental works blending my love of photography and digital art with more traditional mixed media.  Using materials such as wood, glass, plastic, and acrylic glazing, I have continued to evolve these experiments into more refined artworks and in turn have begun an ongoing series of works that explore emotions and the human condition. In the creation of these works, I have been influenced by the modern artists Joseph Cornell, Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein and
Christian Guémy in materials, style and colour use.

The purpose of this exhibition is not just to showcase the works created in this time period but also to show the processes behind the works with a series of behind-the-scenes photographs and video that will be on display as well. 

As the art space is 'View Only' I will also be producing a companion website that can be accessed by the passerby with a NFC or QR Code scanner.  This will allow them to interact with the exhibition in a way that they wouldn't have access to normally.
 

Opening Night:
Sunday 31st March 4pm - 6pm
Artist talk at the gallery followed by drinks & food at Havana Music Cafe
Also featuring the vocal talents of a local musician (TBA)
Please RSVP by Thurs 28th March here.




Detail of "Apathy" 2012



Rewards for You!

If you are considering pledging to this campaign, thank you very much!  Being an artist involves a lot of work and every bit of encouragement makes it worthwhile. I've put together a range of rewards for this campaign which I hope you like.  All profits go towards the installation and opening costs involved in both exhibitions.

Here's a run-down of the rewards you can claim for pledging to this campaign.

$1 & $5 Love Cards.
Even those of you who can only afford to give a little deserves some love as recognition for your generosity.  Each of the cards gets a hug from me and is sent out to you.

$10 Vivlio Fridge Magnets
Hand made by me, these fridge magnets use images featured in the book and Vivlio exhibition. Signed and numbered on the back (in order of pledges received) they will make your kitchen a more beautiful space for years to come.

$20 Vivlio Print Pre-Order
Pre-order your 8" x 10" exhibition print in the miminialist frame for pick it up at the gallery or add AU$15 and I'll post it to you. Choose you image at www.sandyedgar.com/books

$50 Corporate Sponsorship
An A5 sponsorship notice with your business logo displayed during the Vivlio exhibition + special mention during artist talk at the opening.  Exhibition is 'pop-up' and runs for 5 days.

$75 - Private Photographic Session
I will visit you (or a friend you nominate) and provide a 30 minute photographic session and 2 retouched images in the style of the images featured in Vivlio.
Restrictions:
* Cairns residents only.
* Outdoor photography only.
* Hair and Makeup not included.
* I person only - add $50 per extra person.

$100 - Corporate Sponsorship
An A5 sponsorship notice with your business logo displayed during the Fusion exhibition + special mention during artist talk at the opening.  Exhibition runs for 34 days.

$150 - Signed Special Edition Book
Get yourself a special edition of the Vivlio book. You will have the only signed copies of this book featuring:
* Image wrapped hard cover.
* Hand signed with a personalised message.
* Edition of no more than 5 copies.
* "ProLine© Pearl Photo Paper" - Photo-quality coated sheet with pearl finish and high dynamic range for great color, rich blacks, and superb contrast. Weight: 140#, 190 GSM

$200 - Fusion Artwork Pre-Order.
Your chance to put dibs on one of the artworks being shown in the April exhibition and you get it at a special price as postage is included worldwide.  As not all the art is complete and it will have to be in the exhibition, you'll need to wait until early May to receive it but you'll have the chance to make sure your favourite piece is not sold to someone else.  Selection of artworks will be available in late March and preference of choice given in order of pledges received. 

Please note: when ordering you will be prompted for your delivery address on the page after you have made your pledge.  If it does not show up, have no fear as I can send you a message at the end of the campaign and get it then.


Why run a campaign and what costs will this campaign cover?

Openings are an integral part of an artist's toolbox at their disposal to get themselves and their art noticed.  The sober truth is that it may be a while before an emerging artist begins to sell their work but holding these shows have enormous value in establishing themselves as practicing artists. 

As it stands I can cover the costs of the openings (just, phew!) But as crowdfunding exists, I see it is a chance to incorporate the work involved in creating/running the campaign and making the rewards with putting together the exhibition so that I may take some of the financial strain off of the process.  It's not intended to get a free ride as it is extra work on top of that of the exhibitions but if successful in my campaign, I feel it is worth it. 

Your pledge is broken into two parts, the cost of making and posting the reward and what's left over which is what will go towards the openings.  I have put a modest funding goal of $200 as it is what I reasonably expect to raise by the time this campaign ends, but that only goes part-way to covering all the costs involved which will be approximately $1150 all up.


$250 - Vivlio installation (printing and frames)
$200 - Vivlio security
$200 - Vivlio drinks & food
$150 - Cell Exhibition Fee for Fusion.
$200 - Fusion opening food
$150 - Printing of promotional postcards for Fusion.

Thanks for the time you have taken to read this campaign.  If inclined, please do share it with your social networks and friends as every pledge helps me enormously
Have an awesome day!
Sincerly,
Sandy Edgar.



Further Links

C.1907 Contemporary Art Space
City Place Mall, Lake Street,
Cairns, Queensland, Australia 4870
http://c1907.com.au/
https://www.facebook.com/C.1907Artspace

Cell Art Space
109 Lake Street,
Cairns, Queensland, Australia, 4870
http://www.cellartspace.com/
https://www.facebook.com/CellArtSpace

Sandy Edgar - Visual Artist
ABN: 50 422 351 637
www.sandyedgar.com
www.facebook.com/sandyspix
www.tinyurl.com/SEdgar-CV



 

1 x Love Card! (Australia Only) A specially designed thank-you card exclusive to this campaign. Hugged by me and posted to you.

0 chosen / 20 available

Est. delivery is Mar 13

1 x Love Card! (International Version) A specially designed thank-you card exclusive to this campaign. Hugged by me and posted to you.

0 chosen / 20 available

Est. delivery is Mar 13

1 x Vivlio Fridge Magnet Hand Made 6" x 4" Laminated. Signed & Numbered (in order of pledges received) on the back. Postage Included Worldwide. Featuring images from Vivlio.

3 chosen / 47 available

Est. delivery is Mar 13

Vivlio Pre-Order Pre-order your 8" x 10" print in the miminialist frame for pick it up at the gallery or add AU$15 and I'll post it to you. Choose you image at www.sandyedgar.com/books Note: * Pick up on Saturday 16th Feb 2-4pm

0 chosen / 40 available

Est. delivery is Feb 13

$50 Corporate Sponsorship An A5 sponsorship notice with your business logo displayed during the Vivlio exhibition + special mention during artist talk at the opening. Exhibition runs for 5 days.

0 chosen / 4 available

Est. delivery is Feb 13

I will visit you (or a friend you nominate) and provide a 30 minute photographic session and 2 retouched images in the style of the images featured in Vivlio. Restrictions: * Cairns residents only. * Outdoor photography only. * Hair and Makeup not included. * I person only - add $50 per extra person.

0 chosen / 5 available

Est. delivery is Mar 13

$100 Corporate Sponsorship An A5 sponsorship notice with your business logo displayed during the Fusion exhibition + special mention during artist talk at the opening. Exhibition runs for 34 days.

0 chosen / 4 available

Est. delivery is Apr 13

1 x Signed Special Edition Book Featuring: * Hard Cover * Image Wrap Cover * Hand signed with personalised message * Edition of no more than 5 * "ProLine© Pearl Photo Paper" Photo-quality coated sheet with pearl finish and high dynamic range for great color, rich blacks, and superb contrast. Weight: 140#, 190 GSM

0 chosen / 5 available

Est. delivery is Feb 13

1 x Fusion Artwork First dibs on the finished artworks that are part of the Fusion Exhibition.

0 chosen / 5 available

Est. delivery is May 13