Over the years I’ve worked with a number of cameramen, editors, photographers, writers and creatives producing events and media promotions. These include:
Simon Barnett – Producer / filmmaker / post production
Tim Barnett – Film / Audio / film edit / post production
Andre Le Cos – Videographer / Film maker
Alexander Stuart Black – web design / sound mixing / lighting / film edit / post production
Sam Tabone – film / photography
Steve Howard – videographer / film maker
Chris Fulkerson – film edit
Big Sculpture @ VegOut Competition
The inaugural BIG Sculpture @ VegOut competition will be kicking off on the 2 November and running till the 1 December. This prestigious art show and sculpture competition is earmarked to be a future biennale. On the 10 November Minister Martin Foley will deliver an official opening along with the designated Judge Max Delany Artistic Director and CEO of ACCA. 19 BIG Sculptures on show: 2nd Nov – 1st Dec open 7 days a week. Open Day Sun 24th Nov. curated by Mariella Del Conte, Adrian Spurr and Rob Taylor OAM .
An intimate and very insightful full interview with psychic medium John Edward produced by Open Media as a prelude to his 2019 appearances at the Alex Theatre on 25, 26 & 27 October, 25 & 30 November and 1 December.
A Normal Child at Darebin Arts Speakeasy, Northcote Town Hall A Normal Child, presented by Darebin Arts Speakeasy, is a multi-layered and at times darkly comedic play within a play, within a play.
Produced by Open Media 22 October 19
Hola Melbourne Festival of Latin American Culture and Ideas 2019
Hola Melbourne Festival 2019 has been created by two extraordinary producer / artists in Victor and Pedro Holder from 4Diverse Arts Hub in St Kilda. This is a new generation of a Latin American festival – two full weeks of interactive events where you can enjoy, learn, create, and be immersed in art, music, literature, film, and ideas.
Fifty Words by Michael Weller Produced by LAB THEATRE in conjunction with VASS PRODUCTIONS and playing at the Alex Theatre St Kilda. Directed by Peter Kalos Starring Katharine Inness and Daniel Schepisi.
Lab Theatre presents – Fifty Words By Michael Weller
Fifty Words, by playwright Michael Weller, is a new production by Lab Theatre opening this week at the Alex Theatre in St Kilda. This is a powerful play of love, anger and betrayal with two of the most promising Australian actors in Katharine Innes and Daniel Schepisi. Directed by Peter Kalos.
Open Media review Gasworks Arts Park and Melbourne Writers’ Theatre present Beachside Stories – 13 – 22 June 2019 Rating **** Beachside Stories is described as a series of duologues by Clare Mendes, Producer and Company Manager of Melbourne Writers Theatre; commissioned by Gasworks to create, write and produce this highly entertaining window into the lives, loves, successes and vulnerabilities of five extra ordinary local community Stars.
Sunshine Print Artspace (SPA) 2019 Fundraiser Art Auction
This May saw local St Kilda based artist / master printmaker / sculptor Adrian Spurr co-produce this years annual 2019 Fundraiser Art Auction for Sunshine Print Artspace (SPA) and the night was well attended with most of the 96 art pieces flying under the hammer as SOLD. SPA is a non for profit creative hub, established by Adrian Spurr and his long time colleague Phillip Doggett-Williams. It is an open space providing self-expression and creativity, dedicated to fostering, promoting and facilitating excellence and innovation in artistic practice by providing an access printmaking studio for established and emerging artists and members of our community. Sunshine Print Artspace – SPA is located at the prestigious Fundere Fine Art Foundry, 29 Western Venue, Sunshine.
Eloisa Moses McMahon – Macnamarra Candidates’ Forum on climate change & energy
A powerful message from Eloisa Moses-McMahon who has been chosen to speak on behalf of students throughout the electorate. An except from the hour long filmed version of the Manamarra Candidates’ Forum on climate change & energy held at St Kilda Town Hall on the 3rd April 2019. The full forum will be online soon… This well attended prestigious event was established by community organisations that include: :Port Phillip EcoCentre, Australian Conservation Foundation, PPAS (Port Phillip Alliance for Sustainability. Stop Adani, CAPP (Community Alliance of Port Phillip. LIVE (Locals into Victoria’s Environment, unChained and AYCC (Australian Youth Climate Coalition.
The team at Open Media is thrilled to be able to produce some unique highlights of the iconic Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2019 highlights. Stay tuned as we will be reviewing a broad mix of homegrown and international talent for your viewing pleasure. Stay tuned for reviews to come…
St Kilda’s iconic Vineyard restaurant celebrates 100 years as a favourite St Kilda eatery. Three family’s and three generations got together to celebrate this auspicious occasion.
Richard Morrison will be having an UNRESERVED ART AUCTION releasing 80 of his works at Saint Martins Place, 374 St Kilda Rd, St Kilda 3182 on Friday 23 November 2018. Viewing from 6pm. Auction from 7.30pm.
This is a Podcast of the entire Albert Park Candidates Forum produced by UnChain and Live.org.au and supported by 20 local community groups, hosted by the Alex Theatre St Kilda. An introduction to the candidates seeking your vote at the Victorian State Elections including: Jarryd Bartle – Reason Victoria Andrew Bond – Liberal Party Dr Tamasin Ramsay – Animal Justice Party Martin Foley – Labor Party Ogy Simic – Greens Party
James Cattell exhibition sharing a space with Salvatori Lolicato’s Vortex of Time exhibition at Carlisle Street Art Space between 24 Oct. – 21 Nov 2018. There will be an opportunity to meet the Artists James and Salvatori on this Thursday the 8th of November from 6pm till 7 pm Sharp, at the Carisle street Arts space. Located at The St Kilda Town Hall.
Enjoy this glimpse of Vortex of Time exhibition currently on view at Carlisle Street Art Space 99a Carlisle Street St Kilda. Featured is an amazing body of works by St Kilda based artist Salvatori Lolicato.
NOBG – Night of Broken Glass and the Protest by William Cooper A Multi-Media Commemoration Sung by the Voiceless Sunday 18th November at Cathedral Hall, Australian Catholic University, Fitzroy. On the 80th anniversary of the Kristallnacht, the Night of Broken Glass in Germany and the subsequent protest by Yorta Yorta man, William Cooper to the German Consulate in Melbourne, a socially inclusive theatre group will perform Night of Broken Glass a multi-media, musical commemoration at the Australian Catholic University (ACU) in Fitzroy.
SALVATORI LOLICATO Vortex of Time Carlisle Street Arts Space Exhibition opening Thursday 25 October 2018 from 6 to 8 pm Exhibition dates 24 October to 21 November 2018 The City of Port Phillip invites you to join artists Salvatori Lolicato and James Cattell for opening celebrations at Carlisle Street Arts Space. Rich in colour and contrasting textural surfaces, these works are geometric, angular forms. This interplay of abstract form and line work seeks to create optical illusions that distort and shift the balance within the object.
Rock, Burlesque, Live Jazz Swing, Blues & Moonshine at The Post Mr. PC & The Devious 3 were the first band, and set the tone of the night with their smooth and enchanting melodies; filled with quick breaks and clean licks. The two piece kit, double base, 6-string and trumpet set the walls to dancing.
Presentation on ‘Queen of the South’ Multi Cultural Suburbia Exegesis I first met Thomas Barker during the second St Kilda Arts Alive art crawl. I’ve also interviewed him for a newspaper article that I write. I have discovered that Thomas is a committed artist who has an insatiable thirst for knowledge and how to use that knowledge for the betterment of the Planet. …Standard Australian suburban housing has underrepresented the influx of recent migrants to Australia since the relaxing of the immigration policy in the 1970’s. Single separate dwelling represents a large portion of residential housing within Australia. There is no physical evidence that builders make any considerable effort to design for these ‘minority’ groups. High rise construction has proven an inadequate alternative. This research hopes to glean; aesthetic, planning, and social hierarchy lessons evident within the vernacular of major recent migrant groups, then to identify plausible design outcomes for Melbourne suburbia if the origin-vernacular of these groups had been used to inspire the urban landscape. This research will take a selection of recent migrant cultures, explore their traditional dwellings, urban fabric, and propose an appropriate vernacular. By Thomas Barker
This short film reflects what the St Kilda Arts Community is all about. Filmed on location in St Kilda during the Sept 2018 Arts Alive art crawl. This is a collage of images of works of art, artists, performers and local traders who participated in the weekend celebrations. The St Kilda Arts Community is supported by Creative Victoria.
The St Kilda Arts Community celebrating the launch of their third St Kilda Arts Alive Art Crawl this September 21, 23 & 24 at the Palais Theatre. Video from St Kilda Arts Alive SEPTEMBER ART CRAWL official Launch Party at Palais Theatre featuring our host and comedian Nikki Osborne Official, special guest The City of Port Phillip Mayor Bernadine Voss and of course our artists, event organisers and community members. We would like to thank you all for coming to our first fundraising event and for supporting arts in St Kilda.
We are now bidding for your voting support for our next collaborative project ART LABYRINTH earmarked for the Alex Theatre in January 2019 as part of the Pick My Project, a Victorian first community grants initiative. pickmyproject.vic.gov.au Presented by GAS (Grid Art Space) GAS (Grid Art Space) is the dynamic collaboration of St Kilda based artist in residence, master printmaker and sculptor Adrian Spurr and media producer / publicist Kerrie Pacholli. GAS champions artistic achievement that enriches the St Kilda community and welcomes the creative endeavours of film makers, visual artist, performing artists and art enthusiasts across the city of Port Phillip. Over the last year GAS has successfully produced, curated and promoted several dynamic pop up art galleries showcasing the works of 18 St Kilda artists as part of the St Kilda Art Crawl incentive hosted by the St Kilda Arts Community Inc.
Printing as Process 11 August – 30 September Incinerator Gallery – 180 Holmes Road, Mooneeonds Featuring works from Editions Tremblay, Larry Rowling Print Workshops, Megalo Print Studio and Gallery, Lancaster Press and Sunshine Print Artspace (SPA)
Footage from the Inaugural Fundraiser Auction on the 5 May 2018 for Sunshine Print Artspace (SPA); a collaboration of Adrian Spurr and Phillip Dogget-Williams at Fundere Foundry in Sunshine.
Adrian Spurr speaking at Sunshine Print Artspace (SPA)
The Sunshine Print Artspace (SPA) is a Not For Profit access and custom printmaking studio initiated by artists Phillip Dogget-Williams and Adrian Spurr. SPA welcomes emerging and professional artists alike.
GAS (Grid Art Space) has successfully produced and curated two pop-up art shows at 33 Fitzroy St Kilda, as part of the Sept 2017 and May 2018 Art Crawls.
This May 2018 art exhibition showcased the work of six local artists including Tommy Langra, Salvatori Lolicato, Michael Kluge, Adrian Spurr, Calthestoner, Geoffrey Hales and Marko Maglaic.
Grid Art Space presents artists at Punchinello Pop-Up
Grid Art Space (GAS) presents a second micro documentary showcasing the extraordinary artists who exhibited their works at Punchinello Pop-Up during the May 2018 St Kilda Art Crawl. Contributing artists include: Adrian Spurr, Salvatori Lolicato, Geoffrey Hales, Tommy Langra, Calthestoner, Michael Kluge and Marko Maglaic.
Produced by Pation Pics May 2018
Body Casting by Salvatori Lolicato – May 2018 St Kilda Art Crawl
Hosted by the St Kilda Arts Community Inc. St Kilda based ceramicist Salvatori Lolicato performs a live public body casting in Acland during the May 2018 St Kilda Art Crawl.
PUFFS by Mat Cox Australian premiere at The Alex Theatre SAT 26 MAY – SUN, 17 JUN 2018 In association with: Tilted Windmills Theatricals John Arthur Pinckard & David Carpenter The record breaking smash off-Broadway hit now in its second year comes to Melbourne. The New York Times says Puffs “Exudes a jovial winking fondness for all things Harry!” “‘Hufflepuffs’ finally get their moment in HILARIOUS Potter play, ‘PUFFS’!!” declares Mashable.
Produced by Vass Productions Alex Theatre presents the Australian premiere of HAND TO GOD 22 February – 18 March 2018 Bookings: http://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/… WRITTEN BY: Robert Askins DIRECTED BY: Gary Abrahams CAST: Alison Whyte, Grant Piro, Gyton Grantley, Jake Speer, Morgana O’Rielly.
Film produced by Pation Pics March 2018
Comedian Andrew Goodone performing at St Kilda Comedy Club
St Kilda Comedy Club Open Mic 25 Blessington Street, St Kilda Tuesday nights @ 8pm hosted by Paul Blackburn Master of Ceremonies, CJ Fortuna Andrew Goodone performing at St Kilda Comedy Club Open Mic night.
Produced by Pation Pics March 2018
John Barcham’s ‘One World’
‘One World’ is an exceptional and intimate view of of the world through the eyes of an artist. “The World is a wonderful place and those of us fortunate enough to travel to remote and fragile places realise the importance of responsible and sustainable travel. I hope that “One World’ will inspire some viewers to go and see some of these places, not “before they go” but because responsible, sustainable travel is one part of helping to preserve them for future generations’. John Barcham.
The first annual St Kilda Latin Festival will take place 23-25 February with music, dance, food and art from Latin America. The festival will begin with an opening night at 4DVerse Hub featuring an art exhibition with works by talented local Latin American artists, along with music and food from local Latin American restaurants, starting 6pm on 23 February. The festival, organised by Casablanca Events and supported by City of Port Phillip Local Festivals Fund and 4Dverse, will continue with a full weekend of festivities hosted in St Kilda’s O’Donnell Gardens next to Luna Park.
Bill Tolson & The Learners The Wind Feels Different On My Face Today
Bill Tolson & The Learners performing ‘The Wind feels Different on My Face Today”, which is the first single of his new album ‘A Few More Summers Here’ Released Jan 2018. Available on Spotify Itunes etc. Bill Tolson & The Learners Adam Learner – Bass Joe Findlay – Keys Russel Irvine – Guitar Al Murphy – Drums
Dream Lover – The Bobby Darin Musical produced by John Frost and John and Barbara Gilbert of Gilbert Theatrical. Original concept and script written by Frank Howson and John Michael Howson. Adapted for the stage by Frank Howson, Simon Phillips and Caroline Burns. Directed by Simon Phillips Starring : David Campbell as Bobby Darin, Marina Prior and Polly / Mary Bouvan, Hannah Fredericksen as Sandra Dee, Martin Crewes as Steve Blauner, Marney McQueen as Nina and Rodney Dobson as Charlie.
‘me human’ exhibition by Adrian Spurr, The Gallery St Kilda Town Hall
Adrian Spurr’s exhibition ‘me human’ at The Gallery, St Kilda Town Hall – 99a Carlisle Street, St Kilda. 25 October to 22 November 2017 8.30 – 5pm Mon – Fri. Adrian Spurr is originally from the UK and has traveled, exhibited and worked as an art teacher in many countries around the world. He is a Master print maker, draftsman, painter and sculptor who is currently part of the Shakespeare Grove Artists studios in St Kilda. He is also co-founder and co-director of the Sunshine Print Artspace (SPA) which is closely allied with the Fundere Fine Art Foundry in the Melbourne city of Sunshine. This inspiring and extraordinary exhibition is a must see for collectors and enthusiasts.
Symmetry’s Shadows Exhibition during the Sept 2017 St Kilda Art Crawl
An amazing group exhibition at St Kilda’s Christ Church in Acland Street curated by St Kilda based artist Marko Maglaic during the September 2017 St Kilda Art Crawl.
X at the Espy as part of Sept 2017 St Kilda Art Crawl
The Gershwin Room at The Esplanade Hotel played host to X with Steve Lucas on guitar and vocals, Kim Volkman on bass and vocals and Doug Falconer on drums inspired by St Kilda Art Crawl.
Inspired by the 2017 inaugural St Kilda Art Crawl The Esplanade Hotel opened their much loved Gershwin Room for a weekend of photographic memorabilia, rock ‘n ‘roll and comedy.
Salvatori Lolicato at Punchinello Art Gallery, 33 Fitzroy St, St Kilda Exhibition
Punchinello Art Gallery at 33 Fitzroy St, St Kilda has proven to be an effective art space that has attracted dedicated and talented artists. The exhibiting artists include Salvatori Lolicato, Pamella Dias, Faye De Pasqualie, Dino Damiani, Josh Birtwistle, Charles Mikula and curator and exibiting artist Adrian Spurr. This pop up gallery will be open from 2 – 6 October with a closing celebration on Friday night 6 Oct. from 5.50 onwards. All supporters are welcome. We would like to thank the generosity of owners and art lovers Jenny and Rob Semple who donated this space to us in support of the inaugural St Kilda Art Crawl.
Punchinello Art Gallery, 33 Fitzroy St, St Kilda Exhibition
This short film is dedicated to the artist’s who exhibited their work in Punchinello pop up art gallery at 33 Fitzroy St Kilda, as part of the inaugural St Kilda Art Crawl. Our artists include Dino Damiani, Faye De Pasqualie, Josh Birtwistle, Adrian Spurr, Laurie Miller, Charles Mikula and Pamella Dias all of whom exhibited an extraordinary body of work. We would like to thank the owner’s of 33 Fitzroy Street, St Kilda Jenny and Rob Semple for their generosity in providing this space for the art.
Shamanic and psychic healer Josephine Celeste Promotion
Shamanic and psychic healer Josephine Celeste at 33 Fitzroy St on 23-24 Sept as part of the St Kilda Art Crawl. On Saturday 23 Josephine with perform a ceremony to bring in the Spring Equinox. On Sunday 24 at 11am she will be hosting a special seminar on Trauma to life’s Purpose.
St Kilda Comedy Club is back at the Espy, 24 September 2017 Promotion
The magical momentum behind the launch of the St Kilda Art Crawl on the 21 Sept. has opened the doors to the Espy’s Gershwin room to the cream of Melbourne’s comedy community. Supported by Mark Hughes and the Temple of Blues this stellar line-up includes CJ Fortuna, Pommy Johnson, Elliot Goblet, Dave O’Neil, Bob Franklin, Chris Wainhouse, Christine Basil, Michael Shafar, Wayne Deakin and more…
SYMMETRY’S SHADOWS exhibition at Acland St. Christ Church Promotion
A collaborative arts exhibition from local & internationally acclaimed Painters, Sculptors, Authors, Photographers, Musicians & Performers~ Contributing Artists: Marko Maglaic, Anthony Breslin, Andrew Hustwaite, Cal The Stoner, Jackie Ralph, Glenn A. Cannon, Michael Blamey, Emmanuel Santos & Phil Woodman.
Brighton Mercedes Benz donate bonnet for Maddie Riewoldt Foundation Promotion
Brighton Mercedes Benz have commissioned Tess Spilioti to paint a gold nugget on one of their Benz bonnets for charity. This bonnet will be on display at her GOLD exhibition at Lady Grange 1 Fitzroy St. St Kilda as part of the St Kilda Art Crawl on Saturday the 23. Stay posted for auction date. The studio art space is sponsored by entrepreneur and property developer Freddie Warschauer.
Adrian Spurr speaking with pationpics com about St Kilda Art Crawl
Artist Adrian Spurr at his Shakespeare Grove Artist Studio in St Kilda speaking with pationpics.com about the potential of the St Kilda Art Crawl to be launched on the 21 – 24 September 2017.
Produced by Pation Pics September 2017
Artist / Sculptor Adrian Spurr speaking about St KIlda Art Crawl Promotion
This is a short film of Adrian Spurr speaking with pationpics.com about his experience living in St Kilda, his art and his vision for the St Kilda Art Crawl. Filmed at his studio in Shakespeare Grove Artists Studios in St Kilda filmed by Andre Le Coz.
Feverstone is Renn Barker, retired salvage diver, co-founder of bands Bloom and Screwtape, White Gloves Film Festival Director and word spinner – and John Philips, co-founder of Not Drowning Waving, acclaimed film and TV soundtrack composer and sonic wizard.
Magician, comedian and all round entertainer Mr Rob Zabrecky from LA, USA speaking with pationpics.com after his performance at The Melbourne Magic Festival 2015.
Direct from the U.S.A and currently on the Australian Tour are ‘The Sun Records All-Stars’, proudly presented by Abstract Entertainment. This historically rich interview with Bill Culp, one of the performing artists and writers of the The Sun Records All-Stars gives listeners a birds eye view into the iconic times at Sun Records in the early 1950’s. During this ground breaking period powerful cultural energies merged to produce and showcase unique artists. This was the birth of Rock ‘n’ Roll as we know it today. This show is an amazing opportunity to share the ever evolving high creativity that produced artists like Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis
In the lead up to ‘Psychic Medium Superstar’ John Edward’s national Australian tour, our creative team at pationpics.com brings you a fascinating and intimate interview by Lucy Gale at Tolarno Hotel in St Kilda
Peter Byrne talking in depth with pationpics.com’s Bianca Fletcher-Gunev about his spectacular recreation of Neil Diamond’s iconic Hot August Night concerts. In this engaging interview he discusses everything from his motivations and the process of creating the show to the joys of Neil Diamonnd’s timeless music and the exhilirating experience of performing in front of a 30+ piece orchestra. Digital/post production: Alexander Stuart Black, violindeed.com
George Solomon writer/performer from Oh What A Night! (Frankie Vallie & the Four Seasons tribute show) sharing some fascinating history with Connor O’Neill from pationpics.com and speaking about their upcoming 2014 Australian tour.
Poet reading ‘Babylon’ from her first poetry book, The Divining Tower, Filmed by Roland Phillips, Post production: Alexander Stuart Black – violindeed.com
Interview and songs with John Waters and Stewart D’Arrietta for pationpics.com. In this entertaining and candid interview, two of Australia’s finest musician/entertainers talk frankly about the history, motivation and journey of their John Lennon show “Looking through a Glass Onion”, from it’s inception over 20 years ago to the current lean, powerful incarnation, and how they are finally taking it to Lennon’s home town, New York. Insightful, passionate and at times utterly hilarious, they share stories and thoughts on everything from John Lennon’s life and music, Yoko Ono’s profound impact, outrageous vilification and implacable dignity, to the wise words of a guy called Babu, easily riffing off each other like the old mates and fine raconteurs they are. Finishing off with a stunning musical performance, this is a must-see, and an utter treat for both John Lennon fans and the uninitiated alike.
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