Third Space Gallery + Digital (curation)
History
Publication classification
JC2 Curated Exhibition or Event – Exhibition/EventExtent
Portfolio:7 exhibitions, 65+ practitioners. Researchers' involvement comprised material-based analysis, exhibition design and planning, development work, funding app’s, public programs, networking and advocacy allowing me to undertake a curatorial method that resulted in the public exhibitions comprising photography, sculpture, printmaking, experimental video, performances and creative interventions from emerging, mid-career artists and designers: Hanigan, S., (2021)., Not this or that. The Third Space Gallery + Digital. Geelong Design Week 2021, 18-28th March. Australia https://www.thirdspacedigital.online/not-this-or-that Wilson, S., & Meyrick T., (2020) In+the+blink+of+an+eye. The Third Space Gallery + Digital. Digital Innovation Festival 2020. 9-28th August, Australia. https://www.thirdspacedigital.online/1 https://www.geelongadvertiser.com.au/news/geelong/geelong-artists-exhibit-in-the-blink-of-an-eye-at-third-space-gallery-digital/news-story/aa37352209897c239f403399c32b0c62 Meyrick, T., & Kennedy, R., (2021). Design for Action: A collective Response to Covid 19. The Third Space Gallery + Digital. Geelong Design Week 2022, 18-28th March. Australia. https://www.thirdspacedigital.online/designed-for-action https://www.geelongcityofdesign.com.au/design-week-events/designed-for-action-a-collective-response-to-covid-19/ Eliott, M., Husband, E., O’Sullivan, K., (2023) Pernicious. (After Fluxus Collective). The Third Space Gallery + Digital. Geelong. 15th February – 16th March 2023. https://www.thirdspacedigital.online/pernicious Loughrey, S., & Ishak, R., (2023) Box Hill 2: A Collaborative Project. The Third Space Gallery + Digital. Geelong. 27th March – 28th April 2023. https://www.thirdspacedigital.online/boxhill2 Mckinnon, B., (2023). Untitled. The Third Space Gallery + Digital. 20th May – 20th June 2023. Australia. https://www.thirdspacedigital.online/brian-mckinnon Boner, M., (2023). Fragments of Geelong. The Third Space Gallery + Digital. 26th May – 26tEditor/Contributor(s)
La Fornara LStart date
2020-06-01End date
2023-09-30Research statement
Background Meyrick’s, curatorial practice explores the socio-cultural systems within which design and creative practice operate in the public domain. Focus is placed on the material accumulation of information which is interrogated to offer novel, testing and engaging experiences for audiences. Knowledge produced from curating 7 exhibitions over a period of 3 years resulting in a curatorial strategy, critically investigating, and experimenting how we construct knowledge through both creative practice and public outcomes contributing to a form of public pedagogy. Contribution My research enhances the knowledge and visibility of public art and curatorial practice through innovative methods, enriching Geelong's socio-cultural landscape. I conducted material-based analysis, exhibition design, concept development, and extensive planning, including EOIs, funding applications, and forming an advisory board. This focused curatorial approach led to 7 public exhibitions involving 65 practitioners (2020-2023), fostering vibrant, dialogic relationships between creatives, exhibitions, and audiences. This work contributed significantly to advancing curatorial practice and expanding the cultural discourse in Geelong. Significance This research was enabled by 7 competitive grants, including a $4K Digital Innovation Festival grant (2020), two $10K Creative Communities grants, two Quick Response Arts grants, and a $100K development grant from the City of Greater Geelong (2021-2023). It supported over 65 artists to explore and exhibit their work through my curatorial efforts, with exhibitions featured Geelong Design Week. Recognized locally and internationally, I've presented this work to UNESCO delegates, City Councillors, and key cultural stakeholders, contributing significantly to Geelong's cultural development.Recognition, awards & prizes
7 successful Cat 2 funding applications 1 x 4k 'Digital Innovation Festival' grant (2020) + City of Greater Geelong grants: 2 x 10k 'Creative Communities' grants (2020-2022) 2 x 4K 'Quick Response Arts' grants (2022-2023) 1 x 50k 'Cultural Development' grant (2021) 1 x 50k 'Cultural Development' grant (2022)Usage metrics
Categories
No categories selectedKeywords
Curatorial PracticePublic ArtSocio-cultural systemsFaculty of Arts & EducationSchool of Communication & Creative Arts210299 Curatorial and Related Studies not elsewhere classified970119 Expanding Knowledge through Studies of the Creative Arts and Writing360699 Visual arts not elsewhere classified330399 Design not elsewhere classified280122 Expanding knowledge in creative arts and writing studies280104 Expanding knowledge in built environment and designInternational/National Significance
Licence
Exports
RefWorks
BibTeX
Ref. manager
Endnote
DataCite
NLM
DC