From the realism of Damien’s imagination comes images of the bush. He has formulated distinctive paintings of the Australian landscape and his own personal visions of sunflowers.
From the observations of Jean-Paul’s eye comes definitions of the female form in all its elegance and sensitivity.
Form to Substance
Jean Paul Zilliacus and Damien Skipper
The Long Gallery
17th February 2022 - 13th March 2022
In conjunction with the exhibition by Jean-Paul Zilliacus and Damien Skipper, Montsalvat is hosting four soiree evenings with unique performances, food and drinks across February and March. The events will be both indoor and outdoor, allowing you to enjoy the weather by the ornamental pool and also view the exhibition and surround yourself with the artworks of Jean-Paul and Damien over a magical summer evening.
Standard Ticket $20
Your ticket includes a complimentary drink on arrival and food, and a cash bar will be available for further drinks.
QR Code Check-In and Proof of Vaccination required on arrival.
ABOUT THE EVENTS
Thursday 17th February 2022, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Providing a sonic spotlight against which to appreciate the visual works will be singer songwriter Gardner (Hamish Brooke), followed finally by the performance debut of three-piece act Waking the Dream (Cam Lopez, August Heide, Dawn Iris Dangkomen).
Friday 25th February 2022, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Melbourne-based pianist Russell Tay is joined by contemporaries Andre Lew on tenor saxophone and Jonah Grant on double bass. All three members of the trio are graduates of the Sir Zelman Cowen School of Music (Monash University) and active performers in the Melbourne music scene. Together, they will be providing a mix of both traditional and modern jazz to delight audiences at the event.
Friday 4th March 2022, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Solo pianist Samuel Lawrence offers a blend of wistful and uplifting tunes from his arsenal, backed by his lively voice in a blend sure to captivate and make you want to dance.
Thursday 10th March 2022, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Pianist and post-classical composer Rose Riebl will be performing her soulful explorations of emotion, joined by cellist and electronic looper extraordinaire Ceridwen McCooey.
