Local artists are putting their own spin on the Archibald tradition with SheppArchies, featuring the work of 16 emerging and established artists.
While the Archibald Prize takes over the walls of SAM from September 5 with some of Australia’s best-known portraits, a creative celebration of a different kind will be unfolding just around the corner.
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SheppArchies brings together 16 emerging and established local artists, each putting their own spin on the iconic portrait tradition and creating their very own Archibald-inspired works.
The exhibition shines a spotlight on the talent closer to home, showcasing the diverse styles, personalities and creative voices of artists from the Shepparton region.
The exhibition was the idea of local artist Tank, who saw an opportunity to celebrate the region’s artists and people after hearing the Archibald Prize was coming to Shepparton.
“After hearing the Archibald Prize was coming to SAM, I really felt that it would be a cool thing to do to put on a local version which we’ve called the SheppArchies,” Tank said.
“It’s had a great response from the region’s artists and for some it has been quite a challenge, as we’re not all portrait artists.”
The exhibition will run at Tank’s Art Gallery from September 5 to 14 and features portraits by Christine Broersen, Greg Beckenham, Carmel Robertson, Tim Bowtell, Kaye Poulton, John Lewis, Joan Erikson, Marion Langford, Adrienne West, Kelly Carmody, Tank, Nicole Wells, Sarah Jane, Rick Bruhn, John Head and Kody Bothwell.
Everyone is welcome at the opening night from 6pm on Thursday, September 3.
Who are the artists painting? Well, you’ll have to attend the exhibition or visit Tank’s Art Gallery to find out.
“Put this one in your calendar,” Tank said.
“You won’t want to miss it.
“We look forward to seeing everyone at our opening night.”
Local artist Tank is the creative force behind SheppArchies, bringing 16 local artists together for the unique portrait exhibition.
Some of the artists taking part in SheppArchies are, Carmel Robertson, John Lewis, Marion Langford, Adrienne West, Joan Erikson, Kody Bothwell, Greg Beckenham, Tank, Kaye Poulton, Christine Broersen and Sarah Jane.
