The Print Club at PPA Cremorne on 17th April 2024 was well attended. Ten members enjoyed a stimulating session. We learnt two plate registration. Big thanks to Robert Ives!  ..read more

8th April Primrose Park The second paper pulp play day was enjoyed by 15 members Play Day was great fun today. Fifteen members caught up with each other and made some wonderful things. A few made sheets of paper, some made 3D works, others were experimenting with strips and woven items. We had a young visitor who made some lovely sheets. There was lots of chatter and laughter. A great day and we look forward to the next one ..read more

Featuring PPA member Mandy Burgess Image from Airspace Exhibition – Cyanotype on mulberry paper by Mandy Burgess For more information about the exhibition click: https://www.airspaceprojects.com.au ..read more

‘My Favourite Things’ 7th March 2024 At Primrose Park, Midora Lane, Cremorne Friends, food and discussion at exhibition opening An enjoyable evening was attended by friends, family and members of PPA. Exhibiting artists were in attendance and happily discussed their artwork. Artwork by Sydney Pemberton Members were encouraged to include samples of their favourite Gelli Prints which were arranged in an arresting display by Gail MacDonald. Primrose Paper arts welcomes everyone who would like to visit the exhibition which will be on display until the morning of Thursday March 28th. Some of the ..read more

March 10th 2024 at Primrose Park We had a very interesting Print Club on Sunday 10 March. Robert Ives assists Juni with her Cyanotype We played with Cyanotype printing which was wonderful. Beautiful Cyanotypes Different sizing of the paper was explored and drypoint printing was further enjoyed. Midori’s drypoint Prints Thank you, Robert, for bringing a lot of joy to the print making processes ..read more

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PPA Member Judith Wilson’s work “The Gardener” included in 2023/24 Biennale in Shanghai The Gardener Congratulations, Judith for being part of this prestigious exhibition. Judith has previously exhibited at Shanghai Biennale 21/22 with her work ‘Courtship’. There are several opportunities to visit the ‘Strange Notions” exhibition by Untethered Fibre Artists group. The first showing was at Gallery Lane Cove Oct/Nov 2023, but if you missed that the exhibition is still available to enjoy: Gallery M - Adelaide – February 9 to March 3 Manning Regional Gallery – Taree – March 28 to 18 May – Official ..read more

Orientation Day Sessions January 15th and 18th 2024 Over 2 sessions on January 15th and 18th new members were welcomed to attend the studio and take part in activities designed to help them see some of what can be participated in. To be shown the resources and equipment available and enjoy some ‘hands-on’ artistic pursuits including Suminagashi, Gelli printing, Stencil making. To hear about upcoming creative initiatives including ‘Altered Books’, view an array of members past work and be introduced to some of the excellent publications available in our library. A warm welcome to new members w ..read more

Altered States was mounted at Willoughby Incinerator art space in October 2023. There was a diverse range of work from the Primrose Paper Arts members. The exhibition was attended by about 600 visitors. As part of this inspiring exhibition there were collaborative works from a group of members alongside individual pieces. The collaborative works were on the theme of ‘Altered Books’. This page showcases some of the works from the exhibition. Left: Leaping Flames – everything changes Centre: Leaves – forever changing Right: Texture – transforms Delicate blossoms stood tall on the finest stems ..read more

Go to the ‘Library Resources’ tab on the website menu Primrose Paper Arts has a wonderful resource, our extensive library. Michele Day and Cecelia Clarke have put in a lot of effort to organise the material and want to encourage members to borrow and delve into the treasury of paper related books we have to offer. There are lavishly illustrated books, books with ‘how to’ information, many diverse and fascinating explorations of everything paper. To encourage you to get started, Michele has reviewed a number of the titles which have been in the top ten of publications borrowed from Primrose Pap ..read more