and Where I am Going - A Solo Exhibition!
Last week I had the thrill of being offered my first solo exhibition. A solo exhibition was a long way from any of my plans, I could neither afford it, nor did I have the confidence to launch a whole selection of my work on the public in such a way of my own volition. However, the gallery where I volunteer (ArtGeo in Busselton) is for the second year in a row, the location for the renowned international event – Cinefest Oz French-Australian Film Festival and all the celebrations that go along with this huge event. Along with an Australian premiere of the movie Stone Bro’s and screenings of many new movies, there will be seminars, lunches, directors talks and events for VIP guests, all held around Busselton and at the gallery. The event coordinators requested a local artist to exhibit works to compliment the festival and the gallery invited me to accept this part. (with no charge for gallery fees) I was thrilled!!
I have just learned in the last few days, that I will be now sharing my exhibition space with well known Noongar artist Troy Bennell – something which is an honour for me and I look forward to viewing his art in person instead of on websites! I have always been drawn to and honouring of local noongar culture and at times revealed this through my own artworks – Hopefully our offerings during this exhibition will compliment each others art and intent, and the film festival’s main event – the indigenous comedy “Stone Bro’s”.
The exhibition will be part of the after party for visiting national and international film directors and stars….something which is truly exciting as this kind of exposure is beyond my wildest dreams. The exhibition will only be open for one week from 9th September, and will be open to the public also during that time (for details contact ArtGeo Gallery ). As you can imagine, with only two weeks notice to get a selection of my work printed and framed ready to hang in a gallery situation, I have been working hard to put together a quality submission. Having worked as a gallery assistant at ArtGeo gallery, I know of the hard work involved behind the scenes as well, but I know they will present a very professional exhibition and “package” to the visiting festival guests. All in all, an exciting week to look forward to! And so, I wanted to share this news with my close friends here at the Bubble as without your support, and encouragement, I would probably not have the courage to take this step and accept this challenge! So cheers to you!
GerryMac
fantastic and such exciting news Weny! I wish you the very best!
Wendy Slee replied
bless you! and thank you Gerry!
blamo
Brilliant news …................
Wendy Slee replied
Tone, thank you sincerely….xoxox
Gene Praag
I am so excited for you Wendy…..Your work deserves this kind of recognition! Good Luck my friend!
Wendy Slee replied
bless you my friend and sincere thanks xxx
lianne
To say I am absolutely thrilled for you would be an understatement, Wendy. Your work is so extraordinary that the gallery will be most proud to display your work as representative of the best in local art. I’m just bubbling with excitement for you! Way to go, girl.
Wendy Slee replied
thank you dear Lianne xoxox
Anthony Mancuso
This is fantastic news and well deserved. All the luck in the world to you ; )
Wendy Slee replied
thank you Anthony…...sincerely xx
H M Bascom
Fantastic news Wendy! I am so happy for you and so proud you are my friend.
Wendy Slee replied
that is so kind, thank you dear Helen…....now lets pray some kind and discerning soul wants to buy some art!!! lol
Elaine Teague
My motto through the last 25 or so years has been that if you didn’t get downs you wouldn’t know what it would be like to have ups. You have probably had alot more downs than the average person and I am very pleased that you now have this UP to look forward to. I wish you every success with this exhibition. You are a very talented photographer and artist – I’m sure you will do well.
Wendy Slee replied
thank you so very much Elaine…... and you are very right…. life is just like that!
dawndavies
oh my thats fabulous news to hear, I wish you the best of luck and cannot wait to hear how it all goes, many many congrats, dawnxx
Wendy Slee replied
xoxox
Laura Redmond
Fantactic Wendy, very well done to you, :))
Wendy Slee replied
thank you so much xoxox
Phil Threlfall
Thats fantastic news Wendy. You really deserve this. I hope it is the start of bigger things for you. Well done !!
Wendy Slee replied
I hope so too Phil…... thank you for all your kindness and good wishes…... you know I wish the same for you (one day, those ocean chronicles and dolphin displays are going to make you very happy, if they haven’t already)
AnitaInverarity
Ooooo This is so exciting Wendy, I’m very happy for you and know it will be a resounding success- WTG Sweetie, be sure to give us the whole review :)))) xx
Wendy Slee replied
thank you dear friend….xoxox
JenniferB
awww!!! so cool to hear that this exciting event is happening for you! Please take some pics and let us all know how it goes when you get a chance to! :-)
Wendy Slee replied
thanks so much JB….. funny how life throws something like this at you when you are so absolutely exhausted ….just another test to see what’s left in the barrel I guess….lol. I intend to make the most of it, however short lived ….... (smiles)
LindaR
woohoo!!!! Wendy ~ this is just the best kind of news!! I couldn’t be happier for you and just feel this is so very deserving and look forward to hearing how it all goes ~ !!! I think the hardest part is which to chose ~ there are no wrong choices ~ as all that you have done speaks so deeply and are stand out works ~ will you be able to post your writing along with your art? I hope so ~ both such tremendous works of art. Congratulations sweet Wendy ~ xxx
Wendy Slee replied
Yes, that was a thought “which ones”.......and the gallery actually requested pieces with my writing to hang alongside them…..as that is what they find so interesting. SO I am thrilled. I know you understand as you have such a beautiful way of combining words with your images to add extra dimensions. (Just wish it did not cost so much to produce and frame as that certainly is a bit daunting at a time like this) Thanks LInda….. you know… my dream exhibition would be to get together with my special brothers and sisters from RB and hang a series of work….... an international exhibition if you will! Wouldn’t that be so wonderful? (You would join me, wouldn’t you?)
Christopher E...
now that is totally awesome news!! congrats and show em what you got, which is A lot of talent!!
Wendy Slee replied
smiles….xoxox
Virginia McGowan
i am so deilriously happy for you Wendy , hugs and hugs and bestest vibes from Qld….
Wendy Slee replied
hugs to you way over in Qld dear Ginny…xoxox
louisegreen
Fantastic, this is excellent news Wendy. It will be a success, I am sure. Your photography is
top notch! Wishing you all the best – Louise:-)
Wendy Slee replied
thank you Louise xx
Enivea
I think the timing of this event speaks volumes! Now the wider world will be able to appreciate your exceptional talent and depth. Congratulations Wendy on your perseverance through immense difficulties ♥
Wendy Slee replied
thank you dear Enivea…...it is only now a five day exhibition, but it shall be a good one! lol
Danielle Knight
WOW Wendy, i am so very excited for you. Such a fantastic honour. Well deserved though, your art is brilliant and I am sure you will sell very well. I will have to make sure i come down and see it, would love to see your work framed and hanging on a wall. I shall book it in my diary. Very well done Wendy. xxx
Wendy Slee replied
It is gonna be short and sweet…...9-9-09 is the opening and then it runs through to the weekend….just five days. It would be so cool if you could visit the gallery!!! I am so honoured Danielle!
Pauline Black
I’m absolutely delighted to read about your upcoming exhibition….....well deserved Wendy! Enjoy the thrill of it all and good luck….....!
Wendy Slee replied
thank you so much Pauline :-))
frogster
Very proud of you Wendy
Wendy Slee replied
wow….thanks so much Larry xxx
butchart
bravo… that “wonderful light ” i just spoke of in your other journal has arrived… i am so very happy for you….....b
Wendy Slee replied
thank you dear Butchart….. the light shines brighter with a little darkness as a backdrop!
Helene Kippert
Such exciting news wendy – looking forward to hearing all about it! :o)
Wendy Slee replied
thank you so much Helene…xx
Cathryn Swanson
Such wonderful and exciting news Wendy!
Wendy Slee replied
thank you so much…..! xx
Louise Cooke
Wow Wendy – this is AWESOME!!! Congratulations on such an exciting opportunity, well done! You will do Busselton, and WA proud :))) Good luck piecing it all together and most of all, have fun :))))
Wendy Slee replied
that is such a kind thing to say! Thank you so much Louise!
Sean Farragher
fantastic,congrats
Wendy Slee replied
Thank you Sean…. :-))
Danielle Knight
Wendy, I am going to come and check it out next Thursday, cant wait. Will you be there signing autographs ;o))
Wendy Slee replied
I will have to make sure I am there to meet you! (don’t know about the autograph thingie ha ha ha)
Vicki Ferrari
And the wheel turns….. and how well you will do, Wendy, how well you will do!!! Congratulations and you deserve this, you know, you are just so talented, and your talent needs to be shared… and it will be…. I look forward to saying…. Wendy Slee? Yes, I know Wendy Slee…. she is a mate of mine!! :)))) xoxoxox ps don’t forget to take some photos to share with us on the eastern side that can’t get there, please! :) cyclone gertie, blowing all the best your way! :))
Wendy Slee replied
awww….shucks….thanks Vicki, er Gertie?....you are gorgeous!!!!
georgiegirl
Congratulations!! This is so totally totally fantastic!!! With your beautiful artwork hanging on their gallery walls, nobody will want to see anything else :D Well, maybe a few other bits and pieces being a film festival, but still… it will all appear faded and drab next to your exhibition!!!!! Go Wendy!!!!!
Wendy Slee replied
you say the nicest things!
thanks GG! xx
Danielle Knight
weather too bad for me today Wendy, will it still be on, on the 15th??? and/or over the weekend.
Wendy Slee replied
Hi Danielle…I am not surprised! the weather down here is horrific…..no sane person would choose to go out and about in this…..
The exhibition finishes 4 pm this sunday, I am afraid it is only short and sweet….lol…. so yes, open on the weekend but not after…..
Adrian Kent
Bravo Wendy, Superb exhibition, hope you made a few sales!