BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Desktop//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Desktop X-ORIGINAL-URL:http://desktopmag.com.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Desktop BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130601 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130602 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130520T140809 LAST-MODIFIED:20130520T141351 UID:70087@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:The Loop VIVID Portfolio Masterclasses DESCRIPTION:As part of Vivid Sydney 2013\, The Loop will be hosting 4 industry specific Portfolio Masterclasses. The Loop’s Portfolio Masterclasses offer a unique opportunity for students and creatives to sit with industry leaders and receive honest feedback on how to improve their portfolio or showreel. Hosted on Level 6 of the MCA\, with impressive views of the harbour\, attendees will sit in a relaxed round table setting and have their portfolios reviewed in a group environment\, allowing the creatives to listen to and benefit from the advice given on their peers’ work as well as their own. Confirmed mentors include: Cam Blackley\, Creative Director: Droga5 Candide McDonald\, Editor: Australian Creative David Park\, Founder: Maud Jane Milledge\, Head of Design: Animal Logic Kristian Saliba\, Digital Head of Art: The Monkeys Lara Allport & Simon Barrett\, Founders: The National Grid & The Drawing Arm Mark & Andrew Moffitt\, Founders & Creative Directors: Moffitt Moffitt Peter Renigeris\, Art Director: M&C Saatchi Tim Buesing\, Creative Director: Reactive More mentors to be announced soon… MASTERCLASS SCHEDULE 1) 09.00 – 10.30 Graphic Design\, Advertising & Illustration http://www.theloop.com.au/courses/The-Loop-Graphic-Design-Portfolio-Masterclass/Sydney/341 http://www.theloop.com.au/courses/The-Loop-Advertising-Portfolio-Masterclass/Sydney/343 http://www.theloop.com.au/courses/The-Loop-Illustration-Portfolio-Masterclass/Sydney/342 2) 11.00 – 12.30 Photography\, Publishing & Styling http://www.theloop.com.au/courses/The-Loop-Photography-Portfolio-Masterclass/Sydney/344 http://www.theloop.com.au/courses/The-Loop-Styling-Portfolio-Masterclass/Sydney/345 3) 13.00 – 14.30 Film\, Television & Animation http://www.theloop.com.au/courses/The-Loop-Film-Showreel-Masterclass/Sydney/349 http://www.theloop.com.au/courses/The-Loop-TV-Showreel-Masterclass-/Sydney/350 http://www.theloop.com.au/courses/The-Loop-Animation-Showreel-Masterclass/Sydney/348 4) 15.00 – 16.30 Web\, Digital & UX Design http://www.theloop.com.au/courses/The-Loop-UI-UX-Design-Masterclass/Sydney/347 http://www.theloop.com.au/courses/The-Loop-Web-Digital-Design-Masterclass/Sydney/346 LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/the-loop-vivid-portfolio-masterclasses/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130524 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130525 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130509T114522 LAST-MODIFIED:20130509T114522 UID:69413@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:National Print Awards DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Palladium at Crown in Melbourne to celebrate the milestone 30th anniversary of the National Print Awards\, and to present gold to those members of the Australian printing industry who possess "The Midas Touch" during a night of glittering fine dining and entertainment. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/national-print-awards/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130524 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130526 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130506T094804 LAST-MODIFIED:20130506T094804 UID:69288@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:Semi-Permanent Sydney 2013 DESCRIPTION:Semi-Permanent\, one of the worlds leading creative events\, is back in Sydney for its 11th year. The event will once again be showcasing a diverse range of talent from many creative industries with a selection of top international and Australian speakers. With side events and parties\, Semi-Permanent is a not to be missed event on your yearly calendar. Speakers include Aaron Rose\, Brian Roettinger\, Stab Magazine\, Saturdays NYC\, Finbarr O'Reilly\, Sandra Dieckmann\, Steve Ayson\, March Studio\, Paul White\, Max Doyle\, Beastman\, Numbskull\, Marty Routledge\, Moving Picture Company + more to be confirmed. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/semi-permanent-sydney-2013/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130507 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130509 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130429T091509 LAST-MODIFIED:20130429T091509 UID:68996@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:Design Thinking™ Sydney Workshops DESCRIPTION:The Design Thinking™ workshops provide an opportunity to engage with Ian Anderson. These 1 day workshops are designed to challenge the Student and Professional alike exploring creative briefs including Impossible Branding (Tuesday) and Narrative in Design (Wednesday)revealing the inner working of Ian’s methodologies and philosophies on design. Limited 25 tickets per Workshop\, please book early to avoid disappointment. Workshop Times: 10am – 4pm Fishburners\, Level 1 608 Harris Street\, Ultimo   LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/design-thinking%e2%84%a2-sydney-workshops/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130506 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130429T091107 LAST-MODIFIED:20130429T091216 UID:68990@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:Design Thinking™ Melbourne Workshops DESCRIPTION:The Design Thinking™ workshops provide an opportunity to engage with Ian Anderson in the intimate environment of the Up Over Down Under™ exhibition space. These 1 day workshops are designed to challenge the Student and Professional alike exploring creative briefs including Impossible Branding (Saturday) and Narrative in Design (Sunday) revealing the inner working of Ian’s methodologies and philosophies on design. Limited 25 tickets per Workshop\, please book early to avoid disappointment. Workshop Times: 11am – 5pm QV Building 34-40 Jane Bell Lane (enter from Russell St)     LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/design-thinking%e2%84%a2-melbourne-workshops/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130521 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130526 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130423T094620 LAST-MODIFIED:20130423T095600 UID:68786@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:PacPrint13 DESCRIPTION:Designers\, marketers & print professionals will converge onMelbourne from 21 — 25 May for PacPrint13. The complete sourcing platform for Australasia’s graphic communication and printing industries\, PacPrint13 showcases the latest in everythingfrom pre-press\, printing\, design and finishing to augmented reality and printed electronics. To attend register online at pacprint.com.au LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/pacprint13/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130601 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130701 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130403T093215 LAST-MODIFIED:20130403T093215 UID:67863@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) The Light in Winter DESCRIPTION:Now in its seventh consecutive year\, The Light in Winter has a long tradition of bringing together local and international artists and designers for a free month-long program of art\, sculpture\, events and the much-loved Solstice Celebration. At its heart is the participation from over 20 of Melbourne’s multicultural communities. The program provides communities with the opportunity to collaborate with other multicultural groups to create new and meaningful artistic works. The program will run daily from dusk during June 2013. Visit fedsquare.com/thelightinwinter for the full program. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-the-light-in-winter-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130412T090000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130512T170000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130402T152128 LAST-MODIFIED:20130402T152128 UID:67806@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) The Rocks Windmill DESCRIPTION:The Rocks Windmill is a new project from Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority – a four-storey modern day mill\, located in the heart of The Rocks\, offering a journey into the past\, present and future. The windmill will offer a unique experiences for all walks of life in a limited four-week season. There are series of events\, including: Windmill live: performances\, screenings and interactions Grist to the mill: workshops\, demonstrations and walks Windmill whispers: talks and seminars Inside these walls: exhibitions and installations The wheat exchange: grind your own flour to take home Kids at the mill: entertaining and educational school holiday workshops Head to therockswindmill.com: for more program details. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-the-rocks-windmill/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130501T160000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130501T200000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130326T101243 LAST-MODIFIED:20130326T101506 UID:67366@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) agIdeas 2013 Futures DESCRIPTION:agIdeas Futures assists in the transition from secondary into the tertiary education sector and explores pathways to a career in a broad range of design disciplines including design for film and television\, graphic design\, industrial and product design\, animation\, illustration\, photography\, architecture\, interactive media and advertising. Speakers include: Kirsty Lindsay (Australia)\, Tony Mott (Australia)\, Neville Page (USA)\, Reiko Sudo (Japan)\, John Barratt (UK)\, Tony Brook (UK)\, Roger Dean (UK)\, Claire Khan (USA) and Alain Le Quernec (France). Tickets: Students $45 / Teachers $45 / Parents $45 You can book tickets here. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/agideas-2013-futures/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130502T070000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130502T100000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130326T100139 LAST-MODIFIED:20130326T101435 UID:67361@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) agIdeas 2013 Advantage DESCRIPTION:The Business Breakfast will feature speakers discussing the link between design\, design thinking and innovation. They 'll present the opportunities for building business advantage and maintaining competitiveness in the global economy. Attending agIdeas Advantage is a must for anyone involved in areas such as product development\, marketing\, retail strategy\, branding\, advertising and corporate communications. Tickets: AMI Members $80 / Business ticket $90 You can book tickets here. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-agideas-advantage/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130504 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130326T094359 LAST-MODIFIED:20130326T100415 UID:67356@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) agIdeas International Design Forum DESCRIPTION:Over 3 days 40 internationally acclaimed designers will share their insights and experiences with delegates from all over the globe. Speakers in 2013 include: Tony Brook\, Ian Anderson\, Andrew Ashton\, Andrés Stalman\, Vince Frost\, Debaser – Aaron Hayward and David Homer\, Voice – Anthony De Leo and Scott Carslake\, Heribert Birnbach\, Gemma O’Brien\, Alain Le Quernec\, Stony Cherng\, Nadine Chahine\, Tony Mott\, Peychwen Lin and Shane McGowan. Read more about the speakers over here. You can book tickets here. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-agideas-international-design-forum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130327T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130327T193000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130322T105428 LAST-MODIFIED:20130322T105428 UID:67202@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Digital Media Portfolio Masterclass DESCRIPTION:Are you aspiring to break into the world of Digital Design? Join The Loop on Wednesday 27 March from 6pm at its Digital Media Portfolio Masterclass. The Apple Store (Bondi) and The Loop are offering emerging designers the unique opportunity to share their portfolio and get expert feedback and advice from top creative\, art and digital directors from Sydney's leading agencies. Brad Eldgride - Soap Creative Jon Christianson - Mentally Friendly Gabe Tamborini - Reactive Kristian Salbia - The Monkeys Ben Pintos-Oliver - Mi9 Craig Brooks - TBWA/Digital Arts Network Mentors will select 30 applicants to join the masterclass from the candidates who inquire about this workshop. So make sure your portfolio on The Loop is up-to-date with your latest and greatest work. RSVP here to be selected LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-digital-media-portfolio-masterclass/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130323T110000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130323T160000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130322T094621 LAST-MODIFIED:20130322T094621 UID:67190@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Craft Hatch DESCRIPTION:Craft Hatch is a quarterly ‘incubator’ market showcasing the work of student and emerging designers and experimental work from more established designers. Craft Hatch is an opportunity for anyone to purchase the freshest\, hand-made products direct from the designer\, including homewares\, jewellery\, clothing\, accessories\, stationery and more. For more information about Craft Hatch email Kim Brockett\, Craft’s Project Coordinator. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-craft-hatch/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130403 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130427 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130321T094824 LAST-MODIFIED:20130321T094824 UID:67015@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) 1:09 DESCRIPTION:In her exhibition 1:09\, senior lecturer in Interior Design ay UTS\, Leisa Tough\, transforms the DAB LAB Research Gallery into an entirely new space with a scale of 1:09. The ambitious project re-fits the gallery space and creates a new manifestation of the interior; by subverting the existing through scale\, materiality and slight shifts in form to create an entirely new space. The gallery is no longer a vessel\, but rather a second interior in dialogue with the existing\, revealing localised conditions and potential complexities which through a series of physical transformations which reveal material matters and behaviours of the white cube. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-109/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130405 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130408 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130321T093420 LAST-MODIFIED:20130321T093420 UID:67001@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Endless Perspectives DESCRIPTION:Just Another and Does present Endless Perspectives\, a new body of work capturing graffiti’s transient nature. Does displays his journey both as an artist and a person through forty canvasses centred around five cities close to his heart – Amsterdam\, Basel\, London\, Paris and Melbourne. A series of films by Stephan Polman accompany the artworks\, allowing you to join him on this pilgrimage around the world seeking creative enlightenment. The title of the show\, Endless Perspectives\, relates to the infinite number of ways that life can be perceived. During the journey that led to the work exhibited\, Does’ perspective evolved continuously. Events that would at first glance appear to be hurdles\, turned out to bring about unsought after opportunities when looked at from a different perspective. It is the artist’s intention for every viewer to perceive the work from his or her own unique perspective. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-endless-perspectives/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130308 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130325 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130319T142023 LAST-MODIFIED:20130319T142023 UID:66714@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Tora Sumi - Tattoos in Art DESCRIPTION:The newest addition to the Tattoo and Art’s scene\, Tora Sumi has launched its first Collective Art exhibition this month – Tattoos in Art. A selection of exhibiting artists include: Bec Winnel \, Phoenix Empire\, Adam Isaac Jackson\, Van Data\, Mia Taninaka\, Lee Harden\, Mister Lui\, Eric Thomas Bostrom \, Janne Kearney\, Edwina Buckley\, Christian Chapman\, Dale Bigeni\, Qwux\, Luke Breedon\, Peter Cagnacci\, and David Maurice Smith. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-tora-sumi-tattoos-in-art/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130314T073000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130314T090000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130313T101106 LAST-MODIFIED:20130313T101106 UID:65886@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Q&A: Professor Roy Green (UTS) DESCRIPTION:Australia’s inability to innovate is receiving international attention. Australia must embrace design thinking if it wishes to produce the innovators of the future. Hargraves Institute established a Design Led Fellowship that has been operating for nearly two years lead by Prof. Sam Bucolo from QUT. Prof. Roy Green will lead a discussion about how Design Led thinking could be our only feasible solution. This is an informal discussion\, over refreshments\, proceeding day two of the Innovation Development Forum conference. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-qa-professor-roy-green-uts/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130411 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130902 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130306T110129 LAST-MODIFIED:20130306T110129 UID:65576@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Mix Tape 1980s DESCRIPTION:Mix Tape 1980s: Appropriation\, Subculture\, Critical Style will explore Australian art of the 1980s; a decade of dynamic social change and fiercely contested viewpoints on contemporary art and culture. Featuring over 120 works\, the exhibition will bring together creative approaches ranging from appropriation and sampling to the DIY aesthetics of post-punk; and from postmodern critiques of authorship and originality to postcolonial revisions of Australian history. Mix Tape 1980s will feature various media – painting\, sculpture\, photography\, drawing\, fashion and furniture design\, as well as selected ephemera including magazines\, records\, films and video which reference the preoccupations of a rapidly changing Australian society and the intersections between art\, music\, theory and popular culture. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/%ef%bb%bfvic-mix-tape-1980s/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130322T084500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130322T160000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130227T150203 LAST-MODIFIED:20130227T150203 UID:64966@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) The Opportunity Cafe DESCRIPTION:An action-packed day for entrepreneurs\, start-ups\, SMEs\, innovators and creative people who are interested in finding new ideas and opportunities and bringing them to market. This one-day session will enable you to find a new business opportunity / idea or improve on the one you have. It will help you nail the IP and the development process\, identify the right business model\, learn how to get grants and woo investors\, maximise your on-line marketing and polish your basic business pitch. You will use Matrix Thinking tools and techniques\, do mind-expanding innovation exercises\, meet fellow entrepreneurs\, network\, get some pitch practice\, ask questions and get your business ideas on track - all in a funky down-town setting. Includes lunch and plenty of coffee... This event is supported by the Victorian Government through Small Business Victoria. Book at trybooking.com/CKMM LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-the-opportunity-cafe/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130306 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130327 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130227T145317 LAST-MODIFIED:20130227T145317 UID:64962@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Le_Temps: Exploration in Phenology DESCRIPTION:Le_Temps : Explorations in Phenology\, an exhibition is an ambitious visualisation project that attempts to respond and explore the contemporary phenomena of photographic imagery and human induced environmental change. The project will take the form of a large-scale projection work\, which attempts to render a large quantity of digital images\, sourced from the Royal Botanic Gardens herbarium\, Climate Watch's crowd sourced database\, and publicly available images from Flickr\, to showcase phenological events in an engaging and interactive way. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-le_temps-exploration-in-phenology/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130324T100000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130324T170000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130227T131958 LAST-MODIFIED:20130227T131958 UID:64937@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Yarra Valley Design Market DESCRIPTION:A new initiatve by the Melbourne Design Market\, the Yarra Valley Design Market will be held at Rochford Wines\, set against the backdrop of the Yarra Valley region. Peruse the stalls and enjoy all things design – object\, lighting\, furniture\, homewares\, textiles and photography – set against the ambiance of music\, food and wine. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-yarra-valley-design-market/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130212T183000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130212T203000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130205T114901 LAST-MODIFIED:20130206T143229 UID:62730@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) A student's guide to digital design DESCRIPTION:Join Apple for this event featuring industry professionals Jon Christensen (co-founder of Tractor Design School)\, Ash Ringrose and Brad Eldridge (creative directors at Soap Creative)\, and John Butterworth (CEO of AIMIA)\, who will share tips and tricks on how to get ahead in the digital design industry. This free event is a great opportunity for designers of any background to find out more about the digital design industry from those who know it. Join the event on Facebook. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-a-students-guide-to-digital-design/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130228T123000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130228T140000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130205T101554 LAST-MODIFIED:20130205T101554 UID:62674@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) The Elephant in the Room DESCRIPTION:The Elephant in the Room – Ideas\, Intellectual Property (IP) & Commercialisation Myths and misconceptions often make IP “the elephant in the room” for developing businesses. It is important to appreciate the value that IP has in a business and how it affects commercialisation. This seminar is for innovators\, start-ups and SMEs. It demystifies IP protection and explains the process of turning an idea into a successful business. The seminar will cover: IP – what is it and how does it work?; Clarifying the myths of IP; Understanding the value of IP; Idea Viability – research and testing; Commercialisation misconceptions & models; Development & costs; Resource eco-system. Click here to register. Places are limited LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/%ef%bb%bf%ef%bb%bfvic-the-elephant-in-the-room/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130207T173000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130207T203000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130205T075919 LAST-MODIFIED:20130205T075919 UID:62658@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) You Can Always Get What You Want DESCRIPTION:The internet has driven disruptions in just about every industry\, but it has also disrupted something more fundamental – how we access what we want. The first era of online marketplaces brought fast\, direct access to all types of consumer goods\, including books\, appliances\, and electronics. But a new generation of online platforms has reimagined this model\, providing on-demand\, frictionless access to services provided by talented online professionals\, luxury drivers\, creators and curators. At this event\, moderator Niki Scevak (founder of Startmate) will lead an interactive discussion with executives from oDesk\, UBER\, and Etsy. Learn how all three companies have stripped away the friction of intermediaries to disrupt the service industries of staffing\, transportation\, and craftsmanship. Explore how your business can leverage this model to become more lean\, engaged\, and innovative than ever before. RSVP to attend. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-you-can-always-get-what-you-want/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130309 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130317 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130131T094428 LAST-MODIFIED:20130131T094428 UID:62303@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) An introduction to stencil printing DESCRIPTION:Join illustrator and publisher of zines such as The Time You Were In Paris and Pubs of the Inner West Leigh Rigozzi for a two-week stencil printing course at the Oxford St Design Store. Participants will learn to use the RISO RP3700 like a photocopier\, print digital files from it and develop their own printing projects. The course will run on two dates - Saturday 9 March and Saturday 16 March from 12pm - 4pm. For bookings and further information: workshop@rizzeria.com LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-an-introduction-to-stencil-printing/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130303 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130131T093002 LAST-MODIFIED:20130131T093002 UID:62299@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Proem DESCRIPTION:Sculptor Carol Crawford and artist Karen Michael will unveil their first joint exhibition ‘Proem’. The friends will exhibit their textured and tactile abstract works in sculpture and oil paint – featuring alabaster\, limestone and soapstone sculptures by Carol Crawford and oil paintings on Belgian linen by Karen Michael. The works both herald from deeply organic and traditional methods the artists engage in their chosen forms. The physical creation of their art creates a poetic synergy between the works that display their passions for nature\, abstract form and the physicality of the creation. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-proem/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130130T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130130T193000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130123T122918 LAST-MODIFIED:20130123T122918 UID:61686@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Portfolio Masterclass: TV & Film DESCRIPTION:Looking to break into the world of television and film? The Loop is hosting a Portfolio Masterclass\, aimed at aspiring directors\, producers\, screen editors and cinematographers who are looking to up their professional profile and find work. Get your showreel reviewed by executive producers\, creatives and directors from leading production companies and broadcasting houses. They’ll be offering career advice\, honest opinions and insights into the industry. Mentors: Margaret Murphy (Head of Arts & Production\, SBS); Nadia Diggins (Senior Post Production Supervisor\, Shine Australia); Stephanie Withey (Executive Producer\, MTV); Ean Thorley (Executive Producer\, Whatever Group); Ben Grant (Director of The Sapphires\, Goalpost); Lisa Gray (Head of Content\, The Feds). Mentors will select 40 applicants to join the masterclass from the candidates who inquire about this workshop. So make sure your portfolio on The Loop is up-to-date with your latest and greatest work. You will be sent a confirmation email if you are selected LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-portfolio-masterclass-tv-film/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130126 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130127 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130122T104436 LAST-MODIFIED:20130122T104436 UID:61549@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Gestures of Trust DESCRIPTION:Project Quad and Konrad Wine present an exhibition 'Gestures of Trust'\, featuring new artworks by local and international artists: Angus Baird\, Renee Cosgrave\, Sabine Kongsted (Denmark) & Magda Wysocka (Poland). Thematically the exhibition responds to the notion that trust is gestural\, a form that binds common meaning to human and social relations. Without trust\, relationships would not be able to build\, restore or transform. The exhibition runs for one-day only also also involves the following events: Generous Konrad wine tasting at 3pm; Lucy Roleff singing 4pm; Herde DJs starting at 6pm; Records spinning all day and an Australian Day BBQ and beer. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-gestures-of-trust/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130307 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130603 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130122T083233 LAST-MODIFIED:20130122T083233 UID:61522@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) The Golden Age of Colour Prints: Uyiko-e DESCRIPTION:'The Golden Age of Colour Prints: Ukiyo-e' is drawn from the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston\, one of the most significant collections of Japanese prints in the world and has previously only ­­been seen in Japan\, where it toured four venues in 2010/11. The Shepparton Art Museum (SAM) is the sole and exclusive venue for the current tour\, after which the works will return to Boston. Focusing on what is known as the golden age of nishiki-ecolour prints\, the Tenmei and Kansei eras (1781-1801)\, The Golden Age showcases 100 ukiyo-e prints and offers a rare opportunity for visitors to appreciate the gorgeous colour aesthetic that is the essence of nishiki-e\, or ukiyo-e printed in multiple colours. Opening event: The Golden Age dinner by Tony Twichett (executive chef\, Taxi) Friday 8 March\, 8pm. $120 per person\, tickets can be purchased by the Riverlinks Box Office or online. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-the-golden-age-of-colour-prints-uyiko-e/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130224T130000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130224T150000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130118T150614 LAST-MODIFIED:20130118T150614 UID:61408@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Melbourne Now Forum: Melbourne Next DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Now\, opening in November\, is an ambitious and far-reaching exhibition that shows how visual artists have contributed to creating a place that is unique\, how it is that art shapes a city in a physical and conceptual way and how a city also shapes its creative practitioners. In anticipation of Melbourne Now\, the NGV gets talking with Melburnians about the latest art\, design\, fashion\, architecture\, music and film in Melbourne. Join us each Sunday in February to explore the issues and subjects that drive our dynamic artistic community. Melbourne Next: 24 Feb Melbourne Next will address issues of contemporary city life through the exploration of new ideas\, discussion on growth of the city\, changing demographics\, ageing population\, transport and ultimately the forward-thinking solutions for urban life. Speakers include Max Delany (Senior Curator\, Contemporary Art\, NGV)\, Bindi Cole (Artist)\, Emily Sexton (Artistic Director\, Next Wave)\, Melissa Loughnan (Director\, Utopian Slumps) and Ewan McEoin (Director\, Studio Propeller). LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-melbourne-now-forum-melbourne-next/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130217T130000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130317T150000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130118T150222 LAST-MODIFIED:20130212T152232 UID:61406@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Melbourne Now Forum: Reduce Reuse Reappropriate DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Now\, opening in November\, is an ambitious and far-reaching exhibition that shows how visual artists have contributed to creating a place that is unique\, how it is that art shapes a city in a physical and conceptual way and how a city also shapes its creative practitioners. In anticipation of Melbourne Now\, the NGV gets talking with Melburnians about the latest art\, design\, fashion\, architecture\, music and film in Melbourne. Join us each Sunday in February to explore the issues and subjects that drive our dynamic artistic community. Reduce Reuse Reappropriate: 17 Feb The trend of recycling in art and design today will be explored – literally in terms of sustainability and recycling of materials\, but also conceptually with regard to recycling trends and movements\, as well as genres and reappropriating them. Speakers include Katie Somerville (Curator\, Australian Fashion & Textiles\, NGV)\, Chaco Kato (Artist & representing Slow Art Collective) Simone LeAmon (Designer & Artist)\, Penny Byrne (Artist) and James Legge (Director\, Six Degrees). LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-melbourne-now-forum-reduce-reuse-reappropriate/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130210T130000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130210T150000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130118T145722 LAST-MODIFIED:20130118T145722 UID:61404@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Mebourne Now Forum: Intersections DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Now\, opening in November\, is an ambitious and far-reaching exhibition that shows how visual artists have contributed to creating a place that is unique\, how it is that art shapes a city in a physical and conceptual way and how a city also shapes its creative practitioners. In anticipation of Melbourne Now\, the NGV gets talking with Melburnians about the latest art\, design\, fashion\, architecture\, music and film in Melbourne. Join us each Sunday in February to explore the issues and subjects that drive our dynamic artistic community. Intersections: 10 Feb Integrated art forms blur the boundaries between music\, art\, fashion and design. Join leading artists and designers on an exploration of works that cross disciplines. Speakers include Fleur Watson (Curator for Design Hub\, RMIT)\, Jon Campbell (Artist and Musician) and Susan Dimasi (Fashion Designer\, MaterialByProduct) and Gideon Obarzanek (Founder\, Chunky Move). LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-mebourne-now-forum-intersections/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130203T130000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130203T150000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130118T145031 LAST-MODIFIED:20130118T145228 UID:61383@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Melbourne Now Forum: Collaborations DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Now\, opening in November 2013\, is an ambitious and far-reaching exhibition that shows how visual artists have contributed to creating a place that is unique\, how it is that art shapes a city in a physical and conceptual way and how a city also shapes its creative practitioners. In anticipation of Melbourne Now\, the NGV gets talking with Melburnians about the latest art\, design\, fashion\, architecture\, music and film in Melbourne. Join us each Sunday in February to explore the issues and subjects that drive our dynamic artistic community. Collaborations: 3 Feb This discussion focuses on Melbourne artists who work collaboratively as a mode of practice\, as well as those who have collaborated with designers\, architects\, musicians and fashion designers on one-off projects that fall outside their usual practice.  Speakers include Tony Ellwood (Director\, NGV)\, Phip Murray (Artist & Writer)\, Susan Cohn (Jewellery Designer) and Ash Keating (Artist) LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-melbourne-now-forum-collaborations/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130301 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130318 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130117T100611 LAST-MODIFIED:20130321T093904 UID:61282@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(SA) Adelaide Festival DESCRIPTION:The annual Adelaide Festival is Australia’s largest multi-arts festival\, with a strong tradition of innovation and excellence. With a focus on the contemporary\, the Festival features the best in theatre\, dance\, music\, literature\, the visual arts and new media\, from around Australia and the world. Featuring premier outdoor entertainment and a purpose-built late night club\, the Festival also incorporates the Adelaide Writers' Week 2 - 7 March 2013. Head to adelaidefestival.com.au for the full line-up. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/sa-adelaide-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130214 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130722 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130115T151459 LAST-MODIFIED:20130115T151459 UID:61087@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Bea Maddock DESCRIPTION:Until 21 July the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) will survey the career of Australian artist Bea Maddock\, spanning her early prints of the 1960s\, the incorporation of photo-etching and mass-media imagery in the 1970s\, as well as her profound later works that explore Australia’s Indigenous history. Bea Maddock is one of Australia’s most acclaimed artists\, recognised in particular for her innovative and evocative prints. Bea Maddock will present over fifty prints\, drawings\, artist’s books and paintings selected from the NGV’s strong holdings\, collected over a thirty year period. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-bea-maddock/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130123 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130203 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130114T150817 LAST-MODIFIED:20130115T082854 UID:61024@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:CATC Open Nights 2013 DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in discovering what the world of design is all about? CATC Design School has Open Nights and Open Days coming up at its Melbourne\, Sydney\, Brisbane and Gold Coast campuses. Go along to immerse yourself in interior design\, graphic design and photography. Experience the design studio life firsthand\, speak with teachers and lecturers – your design career mentors\, and bounce ideas off current students. Course and Careers Advisers will also be available to discuss important course and enrollment information. Bring a friend\, a parent\, or a partner and discover where a career in the creative industries can take you. Gold Coast Wednesday 23 January\, 6pm Level 2\, 9 Bay Street\, Southport Sydney Thursday 24 January\, 6pm Level 4\, 1-5 Hickson Road\, The Rocks Brisbane Wednesday 30 January\, 6pm 10 Costin Street\, Fortitude Valley Melbourne Saturday 2 February\, 10am 595 Little Collins Street\, Melbourne For more details\, or to register today\, please visit catc.edu.au/events LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/catc-open-nights-2013/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130210 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130114T090150 LAST-MODIFIED:20130114T090150 UID:60986@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:Billy Blue LIVE DESCRIPTION:Adventure into design with Billy Blue LIVE 2013 events. Explore the campus and view the work of current students\, Get a feel for Billy Blue\, talk with current students and gain insight from their experiences\, Take the opportunity to acquire invaluable ideas and feedback from Billy Blue lecturers\, and Be hands on\, immerse yourself in interactive workshops and experience different fields of design. Lecturers and course advisers will also be available for any application or enrollment questions you may have. Bring your family and friends and learn more about the working world of design. Melbourne: Saturday 2 February 595 Little Collins Street Sydney: Saturday 9 February 171 Pacific Highway\, North Sydney Brisbane: Saturday 9 February 10 Costin Street\, Fortitude Valley LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/billy-blue-live/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130203 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130225 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130111T130550 LAST-MODIFIED:20130122T100244 UID:60957@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) NGV Summer Sunday Sessions DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the best of Summer on Sunday afternoons in Melbourne’s best backyard. There’ll be a BBQ on the lawn where you can kick back to DJs and enjoy family-friendly activities for free. Guest DJs include Andras Fox\, Simon Winkler\, Mike Gurrieri and Edd Fisher. Running on Sunday 3\, 10\, 17 & 24 February from 1 - 5pm in the Grollo Equiset Garden. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-ngv-summer-sunday-sessions/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130202T100000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130202T140000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130109T142246 LAST-MODIFIED:20130125T083937 UID:60769@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) CATC Design School Open Day DESCRIPTION:CATC invites you\, and your creative point of view\, to its upcoming Open Day. Immerse yourself in design studio life\, speak with teachers – your design career mentors\, bounce off current students and gain important course/enrolment information in preparation for the February intake. CATC Melbourne offers one year diploma courses in: * Graphic Design * Interior Design * Photography It’s a joint Open Day with sister school Billy Blue College of Design. RSVP at catc.edu.au/events LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-catc-design-school-open-day/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130202T100000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130202T140000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130109T141751 LAST-MODIFIED:20130109T141751 UID:60766@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Billy Blue LIVE! Melbourne DESCRIPTION:The Billy Blue LIVE! interactive Open Day gives you the chance to participate in interactive workshops\, experience purpose built facilities and studio spaces\, view design projects and gain creative careers insight\, ideas and feedback from Billy Blue teachers\, lecturers\, industry practitioners and support staff. Bring your family and friends\, explore your study options with Billy Blue and gain insight into exciting creative career pathways in Communication Design and Branded Fashion. It’s a joint open day with sister school CATC Design School. RSVP at billyblue.edu.au/events. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-billy-blue-live-melbourne/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130505 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130108T153916 LAST-MODIFIED:20130108T153916 UID:60660@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Double Dutch DESCRIPTION:To the Dutch\, Design is taking action to change an existing situation into a preferred one. In the Netherlands\, a low and definitely horizontal country\, where millions live in a small swamp about half the size of Tasmania; where everyone contributes to keep feet\, hoofs and everything else more or less dry; and where everything you can see except the wide-open sky and the sea lapping at the constructed coastline is defined and controlled by people. Every tree is considered\, planned and planted\, growing beautifully\, an unfinished experiment in creation. Join Bruno Herfst and Niko Spellbrink in this specialised day of design\, exploring the many aspects and principles of Dutch design\, as you work to solve a series of design problems from a purely Dutch perspective. Your day of hands-on Dutch design practice will introduce everything that is Dutch\, including Dutch food\, and Dutch Graphic Design Case Studies of a selection of designers and other well-known cultural figures. Expect a great day when you also get your two cents worth into some pretty lively discussions. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-double-dutch/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130620 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130728 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130108T153404 LAST-MODIFIED:20130108T154545 UID:60658@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Hand Made Type • Level 2 DESCRIPTION:Create your own hand rendered characters and fonts in an intense two day workshop  - Saturday 20 & 27 June 10am - 5pm In part two of this hugely popular area of knowledge and expertise\, you will continue to build on the skills and knowledge you acquired in Level One. You will apply your new thinking and skills via ideas based on world alphabets\, demonstration of different skills\, and work on hand made letter construction projects that are large scale. Prerequisite: Hand Made Type Level One LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-hand-made-type-%e2%80%a2-level-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130526 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130108T152755 LAST-MODIFIED:20130108T154525 UID:60656@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Hand Made Type • Level 1 DESCRIPTION:Create your own hand rendered characters and fonts in an intense two day workshop - Saturday 18 & 25 May. In this introductory course\, Old School will guide you through the fundamentals of signwriting technique with its resident sign writer who completed his apprenticeship at the Melbourne School of Painting and Decorating in 1970. You will then use these skills to move forward when we explore various hand techniques that will enable you to understand what the difference is between hand lettering and an alphabet. Two sessions of six hours over two consecutive weeks plus time outside of class to develop your personal project. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-hand-made-type-%e2%80%a2-level-1/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130420T100000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130511T100000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130108T152027 LAST-MODIFIED:20130108T154336 UID:60652@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Face Lift - Slow Typography Masterclass DESCRIPTION:20 April & 11 May Two Full Days 10am till 4.30 Face Lift is an advanced type ­design workshop where each participant will be guided trough the dynamic process of fabricating letters and creating clear legible\, beautiful words. The participant will receive tips and techniques\, and explore the shape that forms the word\, then they will lift the design to real-world prototypes. This course is for the type-obsessed who want to improve their typographic knowledge\, and wish to draw their own specialised typeface. Course participants will have the opportunity to tap into the advanced skills of two two special guest lecturers from the Netherlands\, to guide them through working with type at an advanced level. Due to demand\, numbers for this workshop are strictly limited. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-face-lift-slow-typography-masterclass/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130427T100000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130427T163000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130108T151429 LAST-MODIFIED:20130108T152312 UID:60648@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Bind your own book in a day DESCRIPTION:In this hands on one day workshop you will bind two hard cover professional books. A multi-page book\, and a concertina. You will learn about the importance of grain in various papers\, and especially correct grain for the use of your cover. You will learn what can go wrong\, and useful techniques to make the whole process faster\, so that your book looks clean and professional. Completing this course will provide you with the useful techniques and knowledge to go ahead and work creatively to make all sorts of exciting books\, now that you have the core skills and knowledge. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-bind-your-own-book-in-a-day/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130121 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130108T124552 LAST-MODIFIED:20130108T124624 UID:60612@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Never Really There DESCRIPTION:Recently returning from exhibiting in the 15th Asian Art Biennale\, Sydney based animator Todd Fuller will transform the walls of The Tate into an evolving animated installation. Drawing directly onto the walls\, he erases\, rubs and alters it constantly\, documenting as he goes. Movement is simulated and a film from within the wall results. The opening starts at 6pm on 16 January. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-never-really-there/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130903 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130905 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20130107T161751 LAST-MODIFIED:20130108T124634 UID:60576@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(QLD) The Artful Business Conference DESCRIPTION:The Artful Business Conference is an experience born from a desire to develop a high quality business event in Australia geared to the creative business owner and creatives looking to start a business. The event focuses on assisting creatives to grow their business\, extend their reach and increase their profits; all without losing sight of their true passion and artistic flair. 2013 will see up to 150 attendees at the Brisbane event and up to 1000 virtual attendees watching online. The Artful Business Conference is hosted by Elle and Robyn of Studio Exsto. Early bird tickets on sale 1 February 2013. More info: artfulbusinessconference.com LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/qld-the-artful-business-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121208T000000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121208T000000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121206T141208 LAST-MODIFIED:20130108T124645 UID:58961@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) The PM Side Market DESCRIPTION:This week's market theme is 'Emerging Designers\, Artists and Crafters'. For just $2 you can roam the wares of Melbourne's most creative. Don't forget that 50% of the cover charge is donated to charity so you are doing a good deed by coming along! LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-the-pm-side-market/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121220T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121220T210000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121206T132026 LAST-MODIFIED:20121206T132106 UID:58952@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) EVOKE DESCRIPTION:CATC Design School Sydney\, EVOKE Photographic Exhibition highlights the individual ideas and skills of Australia’s most promising photographers. EVOKE showcases work by emerging photography students and brings together a highly personalised vision and creativity to the subject each student has chosen.  This exhibition provides an unparalleled opportunity for the audience to encounter innovative new work and discover the exceptional flair of students that speaks of the many issues of daily life. Image: Emily Glover LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/evoke/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121213T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121213T210000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121205T142239 LAST-MODIFIED:20121205T142239 UID:58840@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Cardboard City DESCRIPTION:Cardboard city is a group show exhibiting 25 Australian artists in the areas of photography\, fine art\, street art\, and everything in between. Each artist will exhibit 10 different original pieces on cardboard. Works are expected to go quick\, because each piece is being sold at an affordable price of $100. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-cardboard-city/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121213 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121216 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121205T134835 LAST-MODIFIED:20121205T134835 UID:58834@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Square Scapes DESCRIPTION:A solo exhibition and book launch by Sydney-based photographer\, Simon Bernhardt. Through Square Scapes\, Bernhardt explores his fascination with the minutiae of the urban wilderness. His search for beauty in the most unlikely places captures the stark urban landscapes and warms otherwise alienating locations. Commonly overlooked things that he finds interesting\, be it car parks\, street signs or factory walls are subjects of Bernhardt’s photography. The exhibition’s opening night will also be the launch his second self-published book. It took close to three months to engineer the pop-up enclosed in the book which follows from Bernhardt’s first exhibition and book Polaroid Holiday. ‘Square Scapes’ will be exhibited at Oxford Street’s He Made She Made Gallery\, 70 Oxford Street Darlinghurst\, from LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-square-scapes/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121222 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121129T082033 LAST-MODIFIED:20121129T082033 UID:58131@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) What Why How When DESCRIPTION:Opening at the University of Technology\, Sydney's DAB LAB Research gallery\, and coinciding with the Designing Out Crime conference\, is exhibition\, Who Why How When. It's an exhibition centered on the exploration of research methods\, used by the Designing Out Crime research centre. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-what-why-how-when/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130318 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121123T145556 LAST-MODIFIED:20130122T081848 UID:57780@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Thomas Demand DESCRIPTION:One of the world’s most influential contemporary artists\, Thomas Demand\, will be the subject of an exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria this summer. The exhibition will be the first major Australian survey of the artist’s work and will comprise large scale photographs and films never before shown in Australia. Works in the exhibition will span the artist’s career from 1997 to 2012. Open 10am – 5pm daily\, closed Tuesdays. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-thomas-demans/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121129T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121129T200000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121123T144314 LAST-MODIFIED:20121123T144314 UID:57771@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) The Loop Fashion Portfolio Masterclass DESCRIPTION:Take your fashion portfolio to the next level... join The Loop's Fashion Portfolio Masterclass. It's an opportunity to show your portfolio and get expert advice from Sydney’s top fashion designers\, buyers and creatives including: Francesco De Chirico & Kaga Bryan\, The Iconic Jeremy Somers\, We Are Handsome Rama McCabe\, The Critical Slide Society Simeon Merivale\, Bleach (Insight\, Ksubi) Jenny Zhang\, David Jones Pacific Brands (Diesel\, Stussy\, Bonds) Mentors will select 40 photographers to join the masterclass from the candidates who inquire about this workshop. So make sure your portfolio on The Loop is up-to-date with your latest and greatest work. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-the-loop-fashion-portfolio-masterclass/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130319 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130322 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121121T145849 LAST-MODIFIED:20121122T074935 UID:57467@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Circus DESCRIPTION:For three days\, a display of the world’s most influential thinkers\, innovators and artists will be on show to inspire and entertain. Commercial creativity in all its forms will be under the spotlight\, with luminaries from all corners of the business taking part in discussions\, idea generation and more. Speakers in 2013 include Jonathan Mildenhall (vice president\, global advertising strategy and content excellence from The Coca-Cola Company and Rebecca Van Dyk (head of consumer marketing at Facebook). LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-circus/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130318 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121114T134007 LAST-MODIFIED:20121114T134007 UID:56955@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Jeff Wall Photographs DESCRIPTION:This summer the National Gallery of Victoria presents a survey of the work of contemporary photographer Jeff Wall. Jeff Wall Photographs will bring together twenty-six of the artist’s works from the 1970s to the present day. This exhibition will showcase the diversity of Jeff Wall’s photographic practice; from large scale photographs back lit by light boxes\, some as big as two by three metres\, to smaller prints. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-jeff-wall-photographs/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121114T170000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130227T220000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121113T111950 LAST-MODIFIED:20121113T111950 UID:56880@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Blender Lane Market DESCRIPTION:Introducing the Blender Lane Night Market\, a new city market located in one of Melbourne's most iconic street-art covered lane ways. You can find a selection of some of Melbourne's finest local artists and designers\, live bands\, a great coffee stand\, while the infamous blender studios opens its doors to the public for all to marvel at some of the cities most talented artists at work. The market runs every Wednesday night until 27 February 2013. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-blender-lane-market/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121125T100000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121125T170000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121109T152221 LAST-MODIFIED:20121109T152221 UID:56676@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Markit@FedSquare DESCRIPTION:For one day\, the light-filled Atrium & BMW Edge Theatre will be home to approximately 100 of Australia’s most coveted independent designers and illustrators. This is a curated market focusing purely on illustrative and decorative design products with limited edition pieces ranging from fashion to jewellery\, homewares and collectables. To buy or simply to admire\, this is an event not to be missed. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-markitfedsquare/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121114 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121109T151358 LAST-MODIFIED:20121109T151358 UID:56669@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Ryan Schembri Wedding Photography Workshop DESCRIPTION:In this workshop Ryan Schembri explains how to develop and hone your skills to a point that you can approach every wedding day or pre-wedding day shoot with confidence\, inspiration and with the full ability to find the correct light\, know how to pose as well as the thought process for handling different high-pressure situations on shoots. Suitable for all levels. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-ryan-schembri-wedding-photography-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121122T183000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121122T220000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121109T145609 LAST-MODIFIED:20121109T145609 UID:56665@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Selling yourself or selling out? DESCRIPTION:Why Return on Investment is changing the role of design.  The world has changed. And so has the role of design - and designers. Where once clients had seemingly endless pots of money to spend on creative solutions\, they are now almost singularly focused on the bottom line. And they are scared. For designers\, there is an ever-increasing demand on us to be strategic thinkers and to deliver a return on investment beyond our normal remit. In this challenging business environment\, doing it ‘quicker and cheaper’ just won’t cut it. ‘Creative outcomes’ now means delivering business solutions that positively impact on the bottom line. Nick Morgan will address the challenge of ‘ROI in design’ and the need to create real value in our own IP. He'll talk about the urgency of investing in our own ideas\, developing business solutions\, selling vision and outcomes\, not just services\, in order to save our industry. Members $75 (inc.wine with dinner) / Non members $100 (inc. wine with dinner) ENQUIRIES: Anita Lyons – 9975 4008 or nsw@agda.com.au LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-selling-yourself-or-selling-out/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121213T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121213T200000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121109T144236 LAST-MODIFIED:20121109T144236 UID:56657@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Industry Speaker Night DESCRIPTION:Join Billy Blue College of Design for a special industry night at the Melbourne campus and meet some local folk who have been a key influence within Australia's branded fashion and communication design fields. You will have an opportunity to view some of their past and current projects and get the inside word on the fashion and communication design industries with: * Real Branded Fashion and Communication Design career insights *What to expect when looking for jobs *Tips on presenting your portfolio at interviews; and importantly *Your study options going forward. Perfect for those considering a career in fashion or communication design. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-industry-speaker-night/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121127 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121201 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121102T154745 LAST-MODIFIED:20121102T154745 UID:56128@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) The Future of Industrial Design DESCRIPTION:See the future of design at the University of Technology\, Sydney’s industrial design graduate show\, ID 12 which will highlight the major works of final year industrial design students who have designed a product or system solution founded upon their research. This year the event will span three days\, opening on the 27 November on the level four\, foyer space\, in the UTS Tower Building. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-the-future-of-industrial-design/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121112 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121030T111155 LAST-MODIFIED:20121030T111155 UID:55803@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) GRAPHIC DESCRIPTION:GRAPHIC is a weekend of graphic storytelling\, animation and music at Sydney Opera House. Go behind the screens of Pixar with Lee Unkrich\, the Academy Award winning director of Toy Story 3 and co-director of Finding Nemo and Monsters Inc. who will take attendees from the drawing board to the big screen and guide fans through 25 years of groundbreaking work. Comic illustrator Peter Bagge will give an in-depth insight into his darkly comic and hysterical semi-autobiographical work. Additionally\, the stories of one of the world’s best loved visual storytellers\, Dr. Seuss will be retold through beats\, rhymes and animation\, in a world-wide exclusive featuring over 30 musicians from The Herd\, Hermitude\, Urthboy and more. Watch a sneak preview of Unkle Ho’s Green Eggs and Ham. For the full line up and tickets visit graphic.sydneyoperahouse.com LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-graphic/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121120T183000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121120T213000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121024T124847 LAST-MODIFIED:20121024T124937 UID:55459@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Tractor Digital Design Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Tractor Design School presents the Industry Digital Design Exhibition – for one night only. Tractor took a group of 12 traditional graphic designers who wanted to develop their digital design skills and matched them with some of the top digital studios in Sydney\, teaching them real skills to apply to their future projects and the importance of good ideas. Over the 10-week course\, Tractor worked directly with the studios responding to a variety of briefs including wireframes\, responsive web design\, tablet and smart phone design\, experimental design and UX/UI as well as working on a major project with a real not-for-­profit client The Sydney Tramway Museum. Register to attend here. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-tractor-digital-design-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121203 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121022T143327 LAST-MODIFIED:20121022T143327 UID:55305@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) The Devil Made Me Do It DESCRIPTION:Hyper XX and He Made She Made present The Devil Made Me Do It – an exhibition of creepy weirdness. Contributors include Agogwe\, Andrew Yee\, Bafcat\, Benja Harney\, Bryn Desmond-Jones\, Cupco\, Dion Horstmans\, Johanna Ng\, Jonathan Verzosa\, Lisa King\, Mega (France)\, Morning Breath (US)\, Mulga\, Ox\, Rebecca Murphy\, Sam Hoh\, Sheryo (US)\, Tonia Bell\, Will Duncan and The Yok. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-the-devil-made-me-do-it/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121030 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121104 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121018T153717 LAST-MODIFIED:20121018T153717 UID:55212@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) CONSTRUCTIONS DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTIONS is an installation\, featuring hybrid material objects\, which are conceived as static mutations between object\, textile and space. Beginning from studies of nature\, and the idea of continual transformation\, the designers work through an iterative process which involves abstractions and re-combinations of digital and analogue technologies. Each designer though their particular expertise\, engages with the experimental process to create the final artwork. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-constructions/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121030T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121030T210000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121017T151121 LAST-MODIFIED:20121017T151254 UID:55157@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Commerical Lighting Workshop DESCRIPTION:Learn the specific techniques used by leading fashion and beauty industry photographers to create eye catching fashion imagery in-camera. The workshop covers the art of fashion studio lighting using various techniques\, including delay and flash sequencing for multi exposure single capture and approaches for creative blur and shutter lag. Suitable for all levels. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-commerical-lighting-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121024 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121029 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121017T150427 LAST-MODIFIED:20121017T150427 UID:55153@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Cockatoo Island Film Festival DESCRIPTION:Sydney will play host to the biggest competitive international film festival ever staged in the country - The Cockatoo Island Film Festival. Films will be shown over five days in four digital cinemas\, all to be built from the ground-up\, on Cockatoo Island. The cinemas include a 1100-seat 3D cinema in the giant Turbine Shop in the centre of the island\, once used as part of Australia’s naval ship building programs for World War II. Another will be an outdoor ’silent’ cinema with the soundtrack delivered through wireless headphones. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-cockatoo-island-film-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121227 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121017T143849 LAST-MODIFIED:20121017T143918 UID:55150@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) La Mirada Film Festival 2012 DESCRIPTION:The La Mirada Film Festival returns in November 2012\, in a new date slot and on more screens than ever before. Co Programmed by Pedro Almodovar and Rocio Garcia; Guest Curators Wes Anderson\, Pelle Almqvist and Gael Garcia Bernal\, it's screening at two venues – the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) and Cinema Nova. La Mirada presents the best and most exciting Spanish and Latin American films of the last year plus a selection of Spanish film classics selected by some of the world’s finest filmmakers. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-la-mirada-film-festival-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121103T100000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121103T160000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121016T111303 LAST-MODIFIED:20121025T085509 UID:55021@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Arrr’t & Design Market DESCRIPTION:The Lightbulb Lounge Room and The Anchor Bar & Restaurant present their inaugural Arrr’t & Design Market. Interested artists\, designers and jewellers are invited to submit their work for sale. To be involved or to find out more information\, please email info@thelightbulbloungeroom.com.au. Submissions close Saturday October 27 and there are limited spaces. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-arrr%e2%80%99t-design-market/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121208 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121009T100733 LAST-MODIFIED:20121009T100733 UID:54610@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Field Trip DESCRIPTION:After a successful event in Melbourne in April\, it’s finally Sydney’s turn for Field Trip. Presented by The Jacky Winter Group and Australian Infront it’s a day-long conference with a difference – each speaker is encouraged to either work through a project in real-time or walk the audience through an actual brief from start to finish. Featured speakers are all Jacky Winter Group talents: Maricor/Maricar\, Benja Harney\, Gemma O’Brien\, Nigel Buchanan\, Anthony Calvert\, Forge & Morrow and Flutter. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-field-trip/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121005 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121104 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20121002T094536 LAST-MODIFIED:20121002T094536 UID:54065@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Mr. Echo - Tim Sterling DESCRIPTION:Tim’s exhibition ‘Mr. Echo’ explores his interest in how perceptions of our environment are built. Architecture and weaving are used as analogies for perceptions built from social\, institutional and media influences. Large drawings made from repetitive mark making represent architectural structures and building materials. The hand drawn quality of these drawings transforms and undermines associations of repetition with stability and control. Similarly the 3-dimensional objects’ hand made and repetitive textural surfaces work as both structural support and as a shifting surface. Tim Sterling received the Anne and Gordon Samstag scholarship in 2004 enabling him to be awarded a Master’s of Fine Arts from Sandberg Institute\, Amsterdam. He has been a recipient of two Australia Council Studio residencies in Milan 2008 and Tokyo 2010. Tim’s work has been exhibited in various places across Australia and around the world such as hatched (WA)\, Primavera (NSW)\, Roslyn Oxley 9 (NSW)\, AEAF (SA)\, The Physics Room (NZ) and Consortium (Netherlands). He also participated in Model Mania a workshop presented by The Domus Academy with Olafur Eliasson in Venice\, Italy 2005. Tim is represented in Adelaide by Hugo Mitchell Gallery. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-mr-echo-tim-sterling/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121007 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120927T113135 LAST-MODIFIED:20120927T113135 UID:53904@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) David Blaine - Electrified DESCRIPTION:In his first performance in four years\, David Blaine will stay awake for three days and three nights at Pier 54 in New York City\, with a live stream at Customs House in Sydney on 6 October. Check youtube.com/electrified for updates. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-david-blaine-electrified/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121011 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121012 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120918T151428 LAST-MODIFIED:20120918T151428 UID:53208@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Fuji Xerox Australia Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Fuji Xerox Australia is launching a new Sustainability guide (part of its ProfitAccelerator® suite)\, to provide research and insights that are most relevant for business. Fuji Xerox will have a range of guest speakers to showcase industry best practice\, including Dr Martin Blake who has over 25 years of experience in providing strategic advice and developing sustainability business cases around the world across all industries. This event will be a perfect opportunity to learn and gain insights about how sustainable business practices can improve the bottom line. Register here. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-fuji-xerox-australia-breakfast/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120914 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120915 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120912T164003 LAST-MODIFIED:20120912T164014 UID:52979@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Lecture: Shadow catchers DESCRIPTION:Join Dr Isobel Crombie\, senior curator\, photography\, in a lecture that explores the intriguing history of photograms and the resurgence of interest in these camera-less images by contemporary photographers. It's also your last chance to see Light Works\, a contemporary photography exhibition that explores various artists’ approaches to light - a fundamental element in the creation of photography. Entry to the exhibition is free. Light Works closes 16 September. Information and bookings: 03 8662 1555\, 10am - 5pm daily LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-lecture-shadow-catchers-%e2%80%93-the-history-of-the-photogram/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120921 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120924 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120912T143351 LAST-MODIFIED:20120912T145021 UID:52964@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) NEW EARTH: Photographs by Jacob Ring DESCRIPTION:An exhibition curated by Joseph Allen Shea. Opening Thursday\, 20th of September\, 6-8pm. Other viewing hours: Fri 21 Sept 6-8pm Sat 22 Sept 10am-4pm Sun 23 Sept 11am-3pm New Earth will be accompanied by a limited release\, 32-page publication by Izrock Pressings. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-new-earth-photographs-by-jacob-ring/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120915T100000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120915T140000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120903T104735 LAST-MODIFIED:20120904T101532 UID:52180@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Billy Blue Open Day DESCRIPTION:Join Billy Blue at its Open Day on Saturday September 15 and find out why its is one of the leaders in design education. View the purpose built campus in the heart of Melbourne Speak with current students and get a feel for the Billy Blue life Receive invaluable feedback on your current portfolio from industry lecturers Interact with Program Managers\, who will speak on all things Billy Blue while taking you through the 2012 qualifications and study options. Bring your family and friends and learn more about the working world of design. Courses: Communication Design & Branded Fashion LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-billy-blue-open-day/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120910T183000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120910T213000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120823T132903 LAST-MODIFIED:20120823T132903 UID:51657@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) How to run a Successful Branding Studio DESCRIPTION:Damian Borchok\, CEO of Interbrand Australia\, looks at the discipline of running a branding business. He'll explore the principles for driving success without the need for compromising professionalism or creativity. He'll cover a wide range of subjects including: • Deciding what kind of business you do and don't want to be – and sticking to it\, • Having something interesting to say: The power of POV\, • BIG talent\, • Why new business should be an extreme sport\, • Curating your portfolio\, and • Profits set you free. Buy tickets here. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-how-to-run-a-successful-branding-studio/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120828T183000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120828T200000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120823T103641 LAST-MODIFIED:20120823T103641 UID:51611@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY: (VIC) AGDA Question Time Series 7 DESCRIPTION:Every month\, three creatives are invited to sit beneath the spotlight\, be poked and prodded by questions on all things professional. The series aims to promote open\, stimulating dialogue between students\, young designers and established professionals. This month: Stuart Geddes (Chase & Galley)\, Nick Hallam (Positive Posters) & Marc Clancy (Navy Design). Free entry to AGDA members\, $25 entry to non members. Book online here. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-agda-question-time-series-7/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120823 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120827 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120821T153409 LAST-MODIFIED:20120821T153409 UID:51423@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) 'SURFACE' Launch x Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Six Years Later is proud to present 'Surface'. It's a launch party and exhibition to celebrate the second issue of the Six Years Later magazine. No ads\, no articles... just art. The organisers have curated a fantastic group show with 25 of our contributing artists to show-off their recent work LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-surface-launch-x-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120801 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120910 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120817T105118 LAST-MODIFIED:20120817T105118 UID:50607@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Linda Jackson Bush Couture DESCRIPTION:This exhibition explores the first 20 years of Linda Jackson’s career when she established herself as one of Australia’s pre-eminent creative fashion designers. The exhibition comprises over 35 works and is drawn from the NGV Collection and the artist’s own archive\, and features seminal works created by Jackson from the mid-1970s to the 1990s\, including a number of rare and unique early pieces that embody the dynamic period during which she defined her style. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-linda-jackson-bush-couture/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120801 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120917 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120817T104940 LAST-MODIFIED:20120817T104940 UID:50604@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Light Works DESCRIPTION:'Light Works' is a contemporary photography exhibition that explores various artists’ approaches to light – a fundamental element in the creation of photography. The 15 works on display show how photographers have exploited the creative potentials of natural and artificial light in their artworks. Works included range from photograms (camera-less images) to large-scale installations and photographs produced using digital light-based technologies\, highlighting the depth of the NGV’s remarkable photography collection.   LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-light-works/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120908 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121031 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120817T103153 LAST-MODIFIED:20120817T103153 UID:50597@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Rudder DESCRIPTION:Rudder is the visual arts mentoring program of the Artful Dodgers Studios. Young artists with a passion for art have chosen a mentor from a pool of established visual artists. The mentoring partnerships will inhabit the NGV Studio with an exhibition showing artistic outcomes and the process of collaboration\, experimentation and work in progress. Mediums explored include hand-drawn and stop motion animation\, installation\, digital imaging\, video\, mixed media drawing\, painting and sculpture. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-rudder/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120908 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121104 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120817T102956 LAST-MODIFIED:20120817T102956 UID:50626@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Nick Mount: Glass DESCRIPTION:Nick Mount is one of Australia’s most accomplished and celebrated studio glass artists. He has been at the forefront of innovation and achievement since the early 1970s. As such\, it was only fitting that he was awarded the status of Object’s seventh Living Treasure in the Masters of Australian Craft series. His sculptural assemblages\, ranging in scale and character\, offer ‘limitless potential’ and combine a respect for traditional Venetian glassmaking techniques with a wry Australian wit. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-nick-mount-glass/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120908 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120909 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120817T102613 LAST-MODIFIED:20120817T102613 UID:50548@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(ACT) TEDxCanberra DESCRIPTION:TEDxCanberra is a volunteer run\, non-profit ideas forum that brings the internationally recognised TED brand to the national capital once a year (in spring) for an independently organised TEDx event. This year marks Canberra’s third event\, with the 2012 program featuring 19 leaders from a diverse range of fields\, including urban design\, social justice\, economics and molecular biology. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/act-tedxcanberra/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120908 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121104 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120817T102304 LAST-MODIFIED:20120817T102405 UID:50535@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Daniel.Emma & Thomas Llewellyn DESCRIPTION:Daniel.Emma and Thomas Llewellyn are the joint winners of Annual Manual: Australian Design Now 2011. In 2009\, Daniel.Emma was awarded the Blueprint ‘most promising talent’ at 100% Design London and won the Bombay Sapphire Australian Design Discovery award. Thomas Llewellyn is a trained industrial designer interested in making objects with artistic enquiry. His cross-media works encourage the viewer to re-examine their relationship with objects and view the potential they have to be transformed. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-daniel-emma-thomas-llewellyn/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120910 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120913 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120817T102146 LAST-MODIFIED:20120817T102146 UID:50616@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) 5th International Urban Design Conference DESCRIPTION:Established in 2007\, the International Urban Design Conference mobilises conversation on design thinking in relation to the environmental\, financial\, social and digital challenges urban designers face in the developed world. The theme for 2012 is Opportunistic Urban Design and keynote speakers include Alexandros Washburn from the Department of City Planning\, New York City and Chris Bailey from Westway Development Trust\, London. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-5th-international-urban-design-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120914 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120916 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120817T101904 LAST-MODIFIED:20120817T101904 UID:50576@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Semi-Permanent Melbourne DESCRIPTION:Semi-Permanent is one of the world’s largest art and design events\, and is set to return to Melbourne in September. It brings with it 14 of the world’s most creative people at the top of their game. The speaker list includes Melbourne-based tattooist Bugsy and artist Beci Orpin. International guests include photographer Mike Piscitelli from Los Angeles\, Michael Leon of Nike from Portland and New York-based photographer Boogie.   LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-semi-permanent-melbourne/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120920 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121022 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120817T100544 LAST-MODIFIED:20120817T100544 UID:50591@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(QLD) Bubble and Speak Seminar 3 DESCRIPTION:The Bubble and Speak Inspiration Breakfast Series offers a welcome career-oriented wake-up call with unique behind the scenes insight into the practice of some of Australia’s most interesting and established design professionals. Each seminar features guest speakers\, a question and answer session\, and hot breakfast prepared exclusively for the Design Institute of Australia. Seminar 3 presents Christian Wagstaff\, creative director of Creative Production Services\, and Shaun Lockyer of Shaun Lockyer Architects. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/qld-bubble-and-speak-seminar-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120921 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121024 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120817T095658 LAST-MODIFIED:20120817T095658 UID:50583@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:Grand Designs Australia Live DESCRIPTION:Drawing inspiration from the television series\, Grand Designs Live launches for the first time in Melbourne. Over 220 premium exhibitors will showcase the latest innovations in the areas of building\, interiors\, kitchens and bathrooms\, and outdoors in showroom and live demonstration format. Experts include UK founder and host of Grand Designs UK\, Kevin McCloud\, award-winning architect and host of Grand Designs Australia\, Peter Maddison\, as well as Andrew Winter\, Bryce Holdaway\, Veronica Morgan\, just to name a few. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/grand-designs-australia-live/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120924 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120925 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120817T095403 LAST-MODIFIED:20120817T095403 UID:50641@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) GASAA Printovation Awards Dinner DESCRIPTION:The GASAA Printovation Awards are a celebration of innovation\, creativity and high quality in print. The Printovation Awards recognise and celebrate innovation\, creativity and high quality in print by acknowledging· Australian creative and print professionals who push the boundaries of print at a consistently high standard. The awards are judged across a range of key categories including Offset\, Web\, Digital (non-variable and variable/cross media)\, Point of Sale\, Outdoor\, Embelishment/Finishing and and general. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-gasaa-printovation-awards-dinner/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120924 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120927 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120817T094611 LAST-MODIFIED:20120817T094611 UID:50632@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Printcom Expo 2012 DESCRIPTION:The 2012 PrintCom Expo is run by the Graphic Arts Services Association of Australia. GASAA is a not-for-profit business association dedicated to providing information and educational and training resources and events to members and the wider graphic arts community. The 2012 PrintCom Expo builds on the success of the 2010 PrintWorks Expo and 2011 PrintCom Expo to bring in 2012 the very best and most recent innovations in print and communications technology and solutions. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-printcom-expo-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120928 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120929 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120801T113604 LAST-MODIFIED:20120817T093409 UID:50587@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Sex, Drugs & Helvetica DESCRIPTION:Graphic design conference\, Sex\, Drugs & Helvetica\, returns this month with a new line-up and format. Six speakers\, including Motherbird and Hungry Workshop\, will take you through one of their projects from start to finish\, giving you an insight into what actually goes into creating incredible work. Early bird tickets $60. Late bird tickets $80. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-sex-drugs-helvetica-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120719 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120923 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120723T152906 LAST-MODIFIED:20120723T152906 UID:49187@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Pretty Air and Useful Things DESCRIPTION:Focusing on current streams of local practice\, Pretty Air and Useful Things invokes the magnetism and friction of objects\, and our relationship to them. Featuring artists Dan Bell\, Sanné Mestrom and Alex Vivian\, Pretty Air and Useful Things presents sculptural and installation works that reference the body through form\, clothing\, stains or scent; and the utilitarian via elements of design and commodity. In the spaces between are processes of speculation\, transference\, fermentation\, connection\, function and distortion. Using a combination of found\, adapted and handmade materials\, the intangible\, perhaps mystical\, qualities of objects are suggested. Curated by Rosemary Forde\, there is also an artists talk featuring Dan Bell\, Sanné Mestrom\, Alex Vivian scheduled for Tuesday 31st July at 1pm. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-pretty-air-and-useful-things/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120818T100000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120818T140000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120720T104856 LAST-MODIFIED:20130125T084449 UID:49946@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:CATC Design School Open Day DESCRIPTION:A great opportunity to immerse yourself in design studio life\, speak with teachers – your design career mentors\, bounce off current students and gain important course/enrollment information. It's a joint open day with sister school Billy Blue College of Design. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/catc-design-school-open-day/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120818T100000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120818T140000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120720T104404 LAST-MODIFIED:20120720T104419 UID:49941@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:Billy Blue Open Day DESCRIPTION:Find out why Billy Blue is a leader in design education: View the purpose built design campus\, Speak with current students and get a feel for the Billy Blue life\, Receive invaluable feedback on your current portfolio from industry lecturers\, and\, Learn about your study options. It's a joint open day with sister school CATC Design School - LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/billy-blue-open-day/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120721 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120826 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120718T173225 LAST-MODIFIED:20120718T173225 UID:49615@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Antonio Balletta ‘Terra Misteriosa’ DESCRIPTION:Antonio Balletta’s newest works have strong visual narratives that lend themselves to a playful and refreshing innocence. Over his extensive travels throughout Europe\, Balletta has developed a bold vocabulary that is weighted with decorative symbolism\, touching on memories and personal experiences. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-antonio-balletta-%e2%80%98terra-misteriosa%e2%80%99/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120730 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120731 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120718T173130 LAST-MODIFIED:20120718T173130 UID:49717@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) AGDA Question Time DESCRIPTION:Every month\, three creatives are invited to sit beneath the spotlight\, be poked and prodded by your questions on all things professional. AGDA Question Time aims to promote open\, stimulating dialogue between students\, young designers and established professionals. This month\, the panel includes: Laura Cornhill from Studio Binocular Paul Marcus Fuog from Coop Tim Sutherland from Studio Brave Bookings are essential as seating is limited. Email vic@agda.com.au for tickets and more information. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-agda-question-time-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120801T190000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120801T230000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120718T172651 LAST-MODIFIED:20120718T172651 UID:49619@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) French Dinner Series – Jacques Reymond DESCRIPTION:Over five special nights\, some of Melbourne’s most renowned Francophile chefs will pay tribute to the National Gallery of Victoria’s latest Melbourne Winter Masterpieces Collection\, Napoleon: Revolution to Empire. Jacques Reymond will run an exclusive dinner in collaboration with Persimmon’s own Terry Clark. For a completely revolutionary experience\, guests are encouraged to enjoy a pre-dinner viewing of Napoleon: Revolution to Empire before immersing themselves in a tailored six-course degustation matched with French and local wines. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-french-dinner-series-%e2%80%93-jacques-reymond/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120811 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120813 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120718T172537 LAST-MODIFIED:20120718T172537 UID:49634@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Craft Punk DESCRIPTION:Craft Punk strives to harness the energy of a crafty community who meet up\, make and share their creative skills in a cool collaborative setting. Featuring a series of drop-in and ticketed weekend programs\, led by design industry experts in the fields of draping\, constructing\, coiling and decoration\, Craft Punk is suitable for kids and adults alike.   LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-craft-punk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120812T110000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120812T130000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120718T172429 LAST-MODIFIED:20120718T172429 UID:49664@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Dany Cooper: Editing Masterclass DESCRIPTION:As part of the Melbourne International Film Festival Accelerator program\, this masterclass by Australian film editor\, Dany Cooper\, explores the art\, secrets and techniques of film editing. Cooper is one of Australia’s most in demand editors with film credits including Candy\, Beneath Hill 60 and Oranges and Sunshine\, as well as MIFF’s opening night film and Cannes film festival favourite\, The Sapphires. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-dany-cooper-editing-masterclass/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120815 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120913 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120718T172259 LAST-MODIFIED:20120718T172259 UID:49645@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:Israeli Film Festival DESCRIPTION:The AICE Israeli Film Festival is spreading its wings in 2012\, taking the best of Israeli cinema across Australia. Put together by Palace Cinemas and the Australia Israel Cultural Exchange\, the exciting selection of films in this year’s program reflects the growing success of the Israeli film industry. The event features prize-winners from prestigious festivals including Sundance\, Berlin and Jerusalem\, as well as winners from the 2011 Ophirs (Israeli ‘Oscars’). LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/israeli-film-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120830 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120831 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120718T123134 LAST-MODIFIED:20120718T123134 UID:49652@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(QLD) Semi-Permanent Brisbane DESCRIPTION:Semi-Permanent\, one of Australia’s most creative and affordable art and design conferences\, returns to Brisbane for 2012. This year it will feature talks from some of Australia’s best illustration and art talent\, including Beci Orpin\, Bec Winnel\, Paul Davies\, Toby & Pete and Beastman\, as well as award- winning multimedia producers The Monkeys and photographer Andrew Quilty. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/qld-semi-permanent-brisbane-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121012 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121015 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120718T123032 LAST-MODIFIED:20120718T123032 UID:49699@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) UTS: Sydney International Animation Festival DESCRIPTION:Showcasing the latest highlights of world animation\, the eagerly anticipated UTS: Sydney International Animation Festival returns to the screen from 12 to 14 October 2012 at the University of Technology\, Sydney. Program highlights include Australian feature film premieres of the critically-acclaimed\, Alois Nebel\, and Vanessa Paradis’s latest film\, A Monster in Paris. For more information visit siaf.uts.edu.au LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-uts-sydney-international-animation-festival-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120707 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120714 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120706T111554 LAST-MODIFIED:20120706T111554 UID:49023@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) 8 BIT DESCRIPTION:8 BIT is touted as 'a rad exhibition for geeks by Fitz Fitzpatrick'. Opening drinks 4-6pm Saturday 7 July\, while the show runs 11am Saturday 7 - 4pm Friday 13 July. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-8-bit/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120723 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120824 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120706T110944 LAST-MODIFIED:20120706T111014 UID:49019@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) The Craft of Street Art DESCRIPTION:World-renowned street artist and illustrator Pose will visit Melbourne on Monday 23 July for the unveiling of an art installation\, handcrafted in collaboration with Coopers Dark Ale. The Chicago-based artist will utilise his signature style and a few special\, yet to be revealed\, secret ingredients to handcraft a public art installation on behalf of the Australian\, family-owned brewer. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-the-craft-of-street-art/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120717 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120803 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120703T154252 LAST-MODIFIED:20120703T155315 UID:48707@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:Adobe Creative Suite 6 and Creative Cloud Roadshows DESCRIPTION:At the Roadshow events Adobe evangelists\, partners and customers will be leading a combination of keynote presentations and breakout sessions that will give unique insights into exactly how the creative tools in CS6 can revolutionise creative processes and digital experiences. An outline of CS6 roadshow dates and locations can be found below. For more information head here. Auckland\, 17 July 9.00am - 4.30pm (Registration from 8.30am) Viaduct Center\, 181 Halsey St\, Auckland 1141 Melbourne\, 24 July 9.00am - 4.30pm (Registration from 8.30am) Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Center 1 Convention Centre Place\, South Wharf VIC 3006 Sydney\, 26 July 9.00am - 4.30pm (Registration from 8.30am) Sydney Convention and Exhibition Center Darling Drive\, Sydney NSW 2000 Brisbane\, 2 Aug 9.00am - 4.30pm (Registration from 8.30am) The Sofitel Brisbane Hotel 249 Turbot St\, Brisbane QLD 4000 Brisbane LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/adobe-creative-suite-6-and-creative-cloud-roadshows/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120615 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120729 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120626T165418 LAST-MODIFIED:20120626T165418 UID:47575@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) ffiXXed: non-working title DESCRIPTION:ffiXXed’s sculptural forms investigate the use and function of lifestyle products in contemporary culture. In non-working title\, ffiXXed has expanded the use of a series of objects that traditionally fall into the category of home furnishings. Currently based in China\, Melbourne duo Kain Picken and Fiona Lau are the collaborators behind fashion/object house ffiXXed. Their practice revolves around an ongoing experiment with new ideas for the consumption and production of contemporary culture. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-ffixxed-non-working-title/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120615 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120729 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120626T165332 LAST-MODIFIED:20120626T165332 UID:47573@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Beck Wheeler Domestic Deities DESCRIPTION:Domesticated Deities sees New Zealand artist Beck Wheeler explore the historical relationship between the human and the animal\, exploring the aesthetic of objects made by man/woman during the worship and the consumption of animals. The shape of each work is determined by the domestic objects used to create it. These shapes are then manipulated and given a skin of colour and texture with the exterior skin made up of paintwork reminiscent of tribal mark making. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-beck-wheeler-domestic-deities/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120614 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120820 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120626T165235 LAST-MODIFIED:20120626T165235 UID:47579@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Two Years on the Wall DESCRIPTION:Two Years on the Wall is a biannual competition sponsored by TarraWarra Estate in the Yarra Valley\, which awards a $9000 prize to an emerging Victorian artist\, as well as a public space on Union Dining’s terrace to display their work for two years.   LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-two-years-on-the-wall/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120615 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120729 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120626T165200 LAST-MODIFIED:20120626T165200 UID:47577@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Tai Snaith and Lucy James: Why I Eyes Ya’ DESCRIPTION:Why I Eyes Ya’ is the brainchild of collaborating artists Tai Snaith and Lucy James. Their works on paper\, collaged from cat books and magazines\, create a new breed of feline\, from the ridiculously cute to the plain ridiculous. Succumbing to a crazy cat lady-like obsession\, Snaith and James have created a wonderland of collage\, showcasing their dedication to precision that features in their individual practices\, while pushing the limits of cute and grotesque. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-tai-snaith-and-lucy-james-why-i-eyes-ya%e2%80%99/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120626 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120721 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120626T165053 LAST-MODIFIED:20120626T165053 UID:47568@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Yardmaster DESCRIPTION:Yardmaster is an exhibition of research by Christian Tietz\, Tasman Munro and Greg Norman examining the response to overcrowding issues shown in data from the National Indigenous Housing Guide. Yardmaster takes a design-based approach to address the problem by introducing power\, water\, shelter\, lighting\, work benches\, washing facilities and storage to outdoor living spaces. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-yardmaster/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120701 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120816 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120626T164756 LAST-MODIFIED:20120626T164756 UID:47583@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Surviving Progress DESCRIPTION:Screening as part of ACMI’s Long Play Program\, Surviving Progress is produced by Martin Scorsese\, directed by Mathieu Roy and inspired by Ronald Wright’s best-selling book A Short History of Progress. The documentary explores the challenging way in which humans are to survive the future in relation to science\, economics\, environmentalism\, politics and culture. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-surviving-progress/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120705 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120728 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120626T164717 LAST-MODIFIED:20120626T164717 UID:47588@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Nocturnal Transmissions: the Cinema of Guy Maddin DESCRIPTION:Ghouls\, ghosts\, black and white\, incest\, saga and Isabella Rossellini all form part of ACMI’s latest Focus On series. Nocturnal Transmissions is one of the largest retrospectives in Australia of Guy Maddin’s career. Including the selection of fan favourites such as My Winnipeg to shorts rarely seen on the big screen\, this collection will also feature the Australian premiere of Keyhole. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-nocturnal-transmissions-the-cinema-of-guy-maddin/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120707 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120709 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120614T162809 LAST-MODIFIED:20120614T162809 UID:47591@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) SugarLove Masterclass DESCRIPTION:SugarLove Pictures is presenting its inaugural photography workshop\, which will inspire\, motivate and arm the seasoned professional or budding photographer with tricks of the trade. Conducted by celebrity photographer Bradley Patrick\, whose subjects include Academy Award-winners Jodie Foster\, Morgan Freeman\, Nicole Kidman and screen icons Elizabeth Taylor and Sir Michael Caine\, this event covers the general art of photography\, practical hands-on tuition and critique\, as well as access to several industry keynote speakers. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-sugarlove-masterclass/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120707 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120709 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120614T162633 LAST-MODIFIED:20120614T162633 UID:47590@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(QLD) The Finders Keepers Markets DESCRIPTION:The Finders Keepers Independent Art and Design Markets returns to Brisbane for its biannual autumn/winter event. Comprising over 120 stalls from homewares to fashion\, accessories\, textiles\, object design and art\, the market will also feature live music\, a garden bar and food stalls. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/qld-the-finders-keepers-markets/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120708 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120725 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120614T162401 LAST-MODIFIED:20120614T162401 UID:47597@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) aesthetics room DESCRIPTION:aesthetics room explores simple and elegant approaches to art-arranging as opposed to art-making. Curated by Kim Brockett\, the exhibition reflects upon the Japanese postwar aesthetic movement Mono-ha and its concern with the encounter between natural and artificial materials. This is the first Australian showing of work by Carson Fisk-Vittori and Sol Hashemi. The exhibition also features Melbourne-based artists Leah Jackson and Antuong Nguyen/Adam Wood. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-aesthetics-room/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120712 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120716 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120614T162307 LAST-MODIFIED:20120614T162307 UID:47524@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Always on Vacation DESCRIPTION:Featuring an assortment of Sydney’s most promising up and coming artists and musical acts\, Always on Vacation explores the world of the vacation – the promise of a break from monotony that sustains desperate vacationers through the drudgery. This generation is on perpetual holiday and will display artworks\, installations\, film and sound adventures. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-always-on-vacation/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120725 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120728 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120614T162110 LAST-MODIFIED:20120614T162110 UID:47527@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Audio Architecture DESCRIPTION:Audio Architecture is a free talks program and 24-hour design camp for students of art\, design and architecture on the theme of cities and sound. The program brings together leading architects\, sound designers\, theorists and artists to contemplate how we can use sound to make better spaces. Audio Architecture marks the reopening of Hamer Hall and is a celebration of this new meeting point for sound\, architecture and design in Melbourne. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-audio-architecture/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120726 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120727 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120614T161805 LAST-MODIFIED:20120614T161805 UID:47601@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Game of Thrones: Let the Games Begin DESCRIPTION:Delve into the world of Westeros with its murderous plots\, incest\, gender role discussions\, harsh terrain and even harsher familial codes. Paul Verhoeven (Triple J) will be joined by Dr Djomi Baker and author George Ivanoff (Gamers series) to discuss the contentious topic\, ‘Is Game of Thrones The Sopranos in Middle Earth’? LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-game-of-thrones-let-the-games-begin/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120727 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120728 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120614T161727 LAST-MODIFIED:20120614T161727 UID:47536@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(QLD) Semi-Permanent Brisbane DESCRIPTION:Semi-Permanent\, one of Australia’s most creative and affordable art and design conferences\, heads to Brisbane again in July. Speakers include Bec Winnel\, Boogie\, Beastman\, Paul Davies\, Toby and Pete\, The Monkeys\, plus more to be confirmed. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/qld-semi-permanent-brisbane/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120728 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120730 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120614T161428 LAST-MODIFIED:20120614T161557 UID:47604@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Open House Melbourne DESCRIPTION:For one weekend in July\, Open House Melbourne will unlock 100 of the city’s significant buildings to explore – and all for free. Open House Melbourne offers a rare opportunity once a year for history\, culture\, architecture and design aficionados to access and explore a great array of notable contemporary\, historic and sustainable buildings and spaces across the city. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-open-house-melbourne/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121203 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120614T161203 LAST-MODIFIED:20121109T152442 UID:47546@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Melbourne Design Market DESCRIPTION:The original Melbourne Design Market showcases the best of Melbourne’s creativity\, design and style. Discover the exciting things more than 50 local artisans have been toiling over\, including a number of new and innovative stallholders\, all delivering a curated mix of eclectic homewares\, fashions\, innovative ideas and products. Meet the designers\, enjoy fine food and coffee\, and be part of the Melbourne Design Market’s own style in fostering and promoting design. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-melbourne-design-market-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120531 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120716 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120531T150007 LAST-MODIFIED:20120531T150007 UID:46590@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Top Designs Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Top Designs is an annual exhibition at Melbourne Museum presenting work created by students who completed VCE Media\, Design and Technology\, Food and Technology\, Systems Engineering\, Visual Communication and Design\, and VCE VET Interactive Digital Media. Exhibits include innovative objects made from wood\, metal or plastic\, fashion garments and articles using fibre\, yarn and fabric\, digital graphic and product design\, interactive media\, print\, photography\, food\, mechanical and electronic projects. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-top-designs-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120606 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120718 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120531T145928 LAST-MODIFIED:20120531T145928 UID:46603@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) The 59th Annual Sydney Film Festival DESCRIPTION:The 59th Sydney Film Festival brings the CBD to life with screenings of more than 150 films\, red carpet galas\, talks and forums\, events and international guests. The Sydney Film Festival will showcase the best in cinema from across Australia and around the world\, including a diverse array of features\, documentaries\, short films\, retrospectives\, restorations and animation for all to see.   LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-the-59th-annual-sydney-film-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120607 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120725 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120531T145850 LAST-MODIFIED:20120531T145850 UID:46599@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Adnate 'Lost Cultures' DESCRIPTION:Adnate is a renowned street artist whose energy for the street has been captured by Rtist gallery for its next exhibition. Adnate’s style and subject matter pushes pre-existing boundaries between different historical cultures\, raises questions and evokes emotions in the viewer through a set of vibrant and punchy portraits. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-adnate-lost-cultures/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120615 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120616 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120531T145744 LAST-MODIFIED:20120531T145744 UID:46609@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Assistant and Emerging Photographer Award DESCRIPTION:The Assistant and Emerging Photographer award celebrates the creative flair and innovative talent of emerging and upcoming photographers. The award is partnered with Canon Australia and Broncolor\, sponsoring over $10\,000 in prizes along with Sun Studios packages. It is an opportunity to showcase the works of emerging photographers in a sponsored photographic exhibition opening night that aims to provide an opportunity and launching pad for these newcomers to break into the industry. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-assistant-and-emerging-photographer-award/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120627 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120917 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120531T145559 LAST-MODIFIED:20120531T145559 UID:46613@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) The 18th Biennale of Sydney DESCRIPTION:The Biennale of Sydney is Australia’s largest contemporary visual arts event. Under the artistic direction of Catherine de Zegher and Gerald McMaster\, the theme for 2012 is ‘All Our Relations’ and focuses on inclusionary practices of generative thinking such as collaboration\, conversation and compassion\, in the face of coercion and destruction. Program highlights include Thai artist Nipan Oranniwesna\, interdisciplinary arts collective Postcommodity and the Museum of Contemporary Art\, which will present 26 artists and 47 artworks in its newly redeveloped gallery spaces. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-the-18th-biennale-of-sydney/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120531T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120531T210000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120530T150926 LAST-MODIFIED:20120530T150926 UID:46504@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Ascent DESCRIPTION:Ascent is a silent art auction held in conjunction with Modern Love Art Collective and Conduit Arts\, with the aim of raising funds for Amnesty International. It includes a collection of contemporary works from New Zealand and Australian artists and is a chance to pick up a piece of exceptional original art. Artists include: Tai Snaith\, Vexta\, Jason Lingard and MISO. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-ascent/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120522 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120523 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120522T144128 LAST-MODIFIED:20120522T144128 UID:46169@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Universal Remote DESCRIPTION:Join artist Wade Marynowsky and MCA curator Anna Davis for a discussion of his latest work and practice\, with viewing and refreshments from 5pm.  Presented in association with Artspace. Wade Marynowsky's work critiques the role technology plays in every day life\, exhibited through  woodcarving\, photography and installation. He explores techno-fetishism and the intriguing promise of devices designed to make every day life easier. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-universal-remote/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120608 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120611 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120522T092136 LAST-MODIFIED:20120522T144023 UID:46160@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) X Media Lab DESCRIPTION:X Media Lab has worked proficiently across the digital media projects related to ABC’s Rage\, The Chaser\, The Loop and 99dresses and is offering digital and creative industry entrepreneurs an invaluable opportunity to workshop their projects with some of the world’s leading new media experts in Sydney from 8-10 June as part of Vivid Sydney. The event will feature a Pro-Day Conference at Sydney Opera House followed by an intensive two-day creative workshop at the Museum of Contemporary Art for selected project teams to work directly on their project ideas with a mix of internationally renowned mentors. To submit a project to the Lab and to purchase tickets for the Pro Day Conference visit: www.xmedialab.com   LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-x-media-lab/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120516 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120528 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120515T164223 LAST-MODIFIED:20120515T164343 UID:45706@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Echoes of Others DESCRIPTION:As part of the Human Rights Arts & Film Festival is the exhibition 'Echoes of Others\, Gaps Amidst Translation'. In today's world\, new forms of digital technologies facilitate global communication\, traversing the once impermeable political and geographic borders in unprecedented and unimaginable ways. What are the consequences of our globalised world on the way we relate to and communicate with those around us? How does the translation of information affect our responses to human rights and global issues? In the context of this exhibition\, echoes become a way of reflecting these ambiguous translations. The work exhibited explores echoes both materially and conceptually\, as voices are silenced\, images fade\, and meaning is reconstructed. Featured artists include: Alexia Germain\, Marliène Blain\, Louis Philippelèvesque\, Anita Belia\, Baden Pailthorpe\, Brad Haylock\, Dinalie Dabarera\, The Keiskamma Trust\, Lex Randolph\, Louise Hunter\, Minela Krupic\, Nasim Nasr\, Sue Kneebone\, and Veronica Grow. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-echoes-of-others-gaps-amidst-translation/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120503 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120526 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120509T155338 LAST-MODIFIED:20120509T155346 UID:44582@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Shadowman DESCRIPTION:Australian photographer Jonny Lewis’s latest exhibition\, Shadowman investigates shadow as a rite of passage for both novice and professional photographer alike. The exhibition explores “the spaces in between” as a zone where images appear to the photographer in a dream-like state. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/syd-shadowman/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120514 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120515 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120509T155054 LAST-MODIFIED:20120531T150219 UID:44576@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Soda_Jerk DESCRIPTION:The Carousel is a video performance lecture that pries open the crypt of cinema’s undead. Navigating through a matrix of film samples\, Soda_Jerk draw out the peculiar temporality of cinema and the spectacle of death that lurks beneath it. This work emerged from the artists ongoing investigation of hauntology\, an area of research that also informs their video series The Dark Matter Cycle. Developed during studio residencies at Fremantle Art Centre and Künstlerhaus Bethanien Berlin\, The Carousel will be presented in Sydney as part of the University of Technology's annual Image Studies Lecture Series\, hosted by the department of Photography and Situated Media. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/syd-soda_jerk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120602T100000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120602T170000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120509T145614 LAST-MODIFIED:20120509T145625 UID:45286@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Sneaky Minds DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Billy Blue and CATC\, this open forum will explore how design and creativity can be applied to local community problems. Register to be involved in the ‘generative ecology’ – a culture of invention\, ideas and knowledge. Contributors include: Dr Gjoko Muratovski\, Vince Frost\, The Design Kids\, E2\, Second Road\, Chris Doyle\, Glen Barry\, Kimberley Croft\, Andrew Barnum\, Jess Scully\, The Distillery\, False Behaving Animals\, Idea Farmers\, The MCA\, Brain Art\, The Loop\, and more. Registrations are essential. General admission $15.00 LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-sneaky-minds/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120424 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120528 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120501T150221 LAST-MODIFIED:20120501T150221 UID:44137@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) William Kentridge: Five Themes DESCRIPTION:An exhibition by one of the world’s leading contemporary artists\, William Kentridge. Premiering in Australia after travelling to San Francisco\, New York\, Paris\, Vienna\, Jerusalem and Moscow\, the exhibition explores five key themes that have captivated Kentridge throughout his career. Born in South Africa and well-known for his stop motion films of charcoal drawings\, Kentridge’s multidisciplinary approach will be showcased through over 60 works ranging from animations\, drawings and prints to theatre models\, sculptures and books. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-william-kentridge-five-themes-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120424 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120527 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120501T150007 LAST-MODIFIED:20120501T150007 UID:44149@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Ben Ashton-Bell: If the World Made Sense DESCRIPTION:Ben Ashton-Bell’s If the World Made Sense presents a body of work that shows Ashton-Bell’s exponential growth and development into his visual style. Used as an opportunity to create pure hand-crafted pieces\, the work has been created using a combination of pencil\, airbrush\, gauche and watercolour to achieve the desired effect. Through his work\, Ashton-Bell explores themes of humanity and nature. The concept behind If the World Made Sense is propelled by the chaos of our world\, touching on the sometimes senseless act of humans destroying what’s around them. The exhibition examines a futuristic fictional world\, exploring the remnants of war and the evolution of nature taking back its rightful place. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-ben-ashton-bell-if-the-world-made-sense/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120527 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120528 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120501T145758 LAST-MODIFIED:20120501T145758 UID:44573@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Mark It DESCRIPTION:For one day\, the light-filled Atrium & BMW Edge Theatre will be home to approximately 100 of Australia’s most coveted independent designers and illustrators. This is a curated market focusing purely on illustrative and decorative design products with limited edition pieces ranging from fashion to jewellery\, homewares and collectables. Markit@ FedSquare is an opportunity to speak directly with the creator\, talk with them about the designs and purchase something beautiful. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-mark-it/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120520 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120501T145703 LAST-MODIFIED:20120501T145703 UID:44568@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(QLD) We Heart Numbers DESCRIPTION:The "We Heart" Collective are at it again\, this time "hearting" numbers. The 14 artists of the collective have decided to celebrate these under-valued typographical characters in a variety of ways\, with a collaborative art exhibition. Each artist has taken their own unique approach to the theme\, with photographer Camille Santiago profiling nine creatives in a series of stunning numerology portraits\, illustrator Racheal McCosh is working madly on finishing a deck of playing cards filled with her distinctive McCosh characters and tactile typographer Dominique Falla is making colourblind tests out of buttons. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/qld-we-heart-numbers/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120424 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120507 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120501T145549 LAST-MODIFIED:20120501T145549 UID:44200@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Group Work DESCRIPTION:Mr Kitly in Brunswick presents Group Work\, an ongoing collaborative project where artists\, makers & designers come together to consider everyday objects and moments. In this exhibition titled Project 001: Something To Hold On To\, Melbourne based artists\, makers and designers present new ideas about the objects people touch everyday and the objects that they employ to do the grasping for them. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-group-work/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120502T183000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120502T210000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120501T145345 LAST-MODIFIED:20120501T145345 UID:44197@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(SYD) Type Cast DESCRIPTION:Type Cast is a panel discussion on lettering and typography which features Luca Ionescu: (Like Minded Studio)\, Gemma O’Brien\, Keith Morris and Wayne Thompson (Australian Type Foundry) held at Apple Studios\, Sydney in May. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/syd-type-cast/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120430 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120505 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120501T134555 LAST-MODIFIED:20120501T134555 UID:44175@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Volume Control DESCRIPTION:Monash University continues its own weekly design speaker series Volume Control. Speakers for the coming weeks are: April 30: Gwynneth Porter\, Clouds Publishing May 07: Bruce Mutard\, Writing with images: an examination of how comics or graphic stories communicate May 14: Mimmo Cozzolino\, Collecting for design Talks begin at 5pm in Lecture Theatre G1.04 at Faculty of Art Design & Architecture\, Monash University (Building G\, 900 Dandenong Road\, Caulfield East Victoria 3145). Entry is free. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-volume-control/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120601 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120619 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120501T133847 LAST-MODIFIED:20120501T133847 UID:44165@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Woody Allen: A Documentary DESCRIPTION:As part of its Long Play program\, the Australian Centre of the Moving Image (ACMI) presents the Australian premiere of Woody Allen: A Documentary. Spanning the remarkable career of arguably America’s premier auteur\, comedian and neurotic\, the documentary features interviews with Allen\, his collaborators and admirers\, such as Diane Keaton\, Penelope Cruz and Martin Scorsese. It explores his career and artistic practice comprehensively for both those new to Allen\, and for those who have been with him since the early days. Woody Allen: A Documentary screens as an extended run in conjunction with ACMI’s Jazz On Film program within this year’s Melbourne International Jazz Festival. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-woody-allen-a-documentary/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120601 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120618 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120501T133502 LAST-MODIFIED:20120501T133502 UID:44163@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Eames: The Architect and The Painter DESCRIPTION:As part of its Long Play program\, the Australian Centre of the Moving Image (ACMI) presents the Australian premiere of Eames: The Architect & The Painter. James Franco narrates the story of 40 years of creativity from powerhouse couple Charles and Ray Eames. Film makers Jason Cohn and Bill Jersey cleverly collate and curate an abundant Eames archive to create an engaging story of master Modernists whose designs reshaped post-war America and inspired the design world. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-eames-the-architect-and-the-painter/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120424 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120708 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120501T133257 LAST-MODIFIED:20120501T133257 UID:44159@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Narelle Jubelin: Vision in Motion DESCRIPTION:Art comes face to face with architecture in 'Vision in Motion'\, a major project by artist Narelle Jubelin. 'Vision in Motion' animates an Australian history of modernism\, presenting a survey of Jubelin’s intricately sewn petit points of the past three decades alongside newly commissioned works inspired by architecture and the built environment. Jubelin has also developed a new site specific installation\, working with Percy Everett’s 1950s building originally designed for the Caulfield Technical School\, now Monash University’s Faculty of Art\, Design and Architecture\, an iconic local modernist building. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-narelle-jubelin-vision-in-motion/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120601 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120702 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120424T160141 LAST-MODIFIED:20120501T133351 UID:44161@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) The Light in Winter DESCRIPTION:As winter shrouds Melbourne\, the city will bask in the warmth of The Light in Winter – Federation Square’s annual celebration of light and community. Light in Winter brings together local and international artists\, designers\, architects\, filmmakers and multicultural groups in a free\, month-long program of light sculptures\, talks\, events\, workshops\, performances and the much-loved Solstice Celebration. Directed by Robyn Archer\, this year’s program draws inspiration from the National Year of Reading\, celebrating the way that reading enlightens people everyday. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-the-light-in-winter/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120506T120000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120506T140000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120419T173342 LAST-MODIFIED:20120423T173450 UID:43851@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Andy Mac Collection auction DESCRIPTION:Street and Fine art from Citylights Projects 1992-2012: Andy Mac\, renowned Melbourne street artist and founder of Melbourne’s City Lights project\, has engaged Leonard Joel to auction his entire collection of Australian and International street art\, furniture and objects. Some 500 lots make up the collection and of particular interest is Andrew’s vast survey of some 300 works of street art that he has assembled over the last two decades. You can view the catalogue here. Previews: Wednesday 2 May 2012 10am - 8pm; Thursday 3 May 2012 10am - 4pm; Friday 4 May 2012 10am - 4pm; Saturday 5 May 2012 10am - 5pm LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-the-andy-mac-collection-auction/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120501T181500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120501T210000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120418T130131 LAST-MODIFIED:20120531T150243 UID:43743@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Substance is the new style DESCRIPTION:Design thinking is no longer just for designers. The methodology is now considered by business leaders to be an effective approach in creating game-changing solutions and gaining a long-term competitive advantage. This talk will examine how design thinking has been employed across the globe to deliver innovative solutions that change industry standards and redefine market positions. Alex Ritchie and Robbie Robertson\, co-founders of experience design agency e2\, will give their insights into the process of design thinking and how this approach has given their business a competitive advantage. Order tickets online: $20 student members\, $30 members $35 student non members\, $60 non members LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-substance-is-the-new-style/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120417 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120427 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120417T165125 LAST-MODIFIED:20120418T151200 UID:43690@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Aaron Seymour: The Sorrows Multiply DESCRIPTION:In The Sorrows Multiply\, designer and artist Aaron Seymour explores the poetics of information and the power of design strategies to evoke the innumerable scale of contemporary lived experience. A direct response to the situation in Iraq\, the exhibition attempts to visualise the scale and human tragedy of the war. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-aaron-seymour-the-sorrows-multiply/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120418T183000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120418T223000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120415T175034 LAST-MODIFIED:20120415T175043 UID:43578@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Trivia is the new pursuit DESCRIPTION:Designers\, studios\, students and educators\, head along to the annual AGDA Trivia Night. Sean Aley 'quizmaster extraordinaire'\, will lead the teams in an evening of both design and general trivia. Whether you are part of the design industry or just like a fun night\, join in for a great evening while supporting a worthy cause. The Gordon Andrews Scholarship is a $3\,000 prize awarded to an AGDA student member undertaking inspirational design research through full time study at a formal tertiary program. PLUS!  The auction prize donated by Adobe is a copy of the CS5.5 Design Premium Mac Full Edition worth $2\,000+. Get together a group of ten friends or workmates\, or form a studio team. $350 for table of ten or individual tickets - member $35\, non-members $40 Order tickets online LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-trivia-is-the-new-pursuit/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120320 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120531 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120327T111625 LAST-MODIFIED:20120327T111625 UID:42467@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) [thousand words] DESCRIPTION:[thousand words] is a photography exhibition in Sydney’s newest public art space\, Lane Four at The Galeries. Curated by aMBUSH Gallery in a collaboration with William York of York Production\, ten photographers have been invited to submit a single thought-provoking image\, accompanied by 100 words to describe the inspiration and story behind it. Photographers include Montalbetti + Campbell\, Andrew Quilty\, Tim Georgeson\, Amanda Prior and Stephen Dupont. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-thousand-words/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120713 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120716 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120327T105647 LAST-MODIFIED:20120327T105647 UID:42462@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Maison INstyle DESCRIPTION:Maison Instyle is Australia’s first and only boutique trade event dedicated to interiors. Expect an intimate and exciting atmosphere bursting with a creative mix of quality products covering furniture\, home accessories\, home textiles\, lighting\, interior surfaces\, kitchens and baths and emerging sectors. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-maison-instyle/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120413 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120505 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120327T104638 LAST-MODIFIED:20120402T140546 UID:42454@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:Web Course Info Session DESCRIPTION:Shillington College will be running information sessions for its upcoming Web Course in Sydney\, Melbourne and Brisbane. No booking required. Just arrive at 6pm to find out more about what you'll learn in the course. NSW: 6pm on Friday 13 April\, L3\, 50 Margaret Street\, Sydney NSW 2000. VIC: 6pm\, Friday 27 April\, L9\, 55 Swanston St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, Australia\, 3000 QLD: 6pm\, Friday 4 May\, L7\, 157 Ann Street\, Brisbane QLD 4000   LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-web-course-info-session/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120408 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120223T145148 LAST-MODIFIED:20120531T150256 UID:40526@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Slax Appeal DESCRIPTION:Lamington Drive's most recent exhibition\, Slax Appeal by Christopher Nielsen\, explores the dichotomy that lies between comprehension and interpretation\, and their constant struggle to co-exist. This message is rendered through Nielsen’s love of vintage advertising\, signage and pop art\, adopting key characteristics from these mediums to create a body of work that celebrates discarded ephemera from a lost era. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-slax-appeal/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120523 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120524 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120223T123625 LAST-MODIFIED:20120223T123658 UID:40464@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) agIdeas 2012 Futures DESCRIPTION:‘Futures’ is agIdeas' secondary school design forum\, an initiative helping students realise their design dreams outside of the schoolyard. ‘Futures’ will encompass a series of live talks by industry experts giving insight into their chosen field\, and allow students to investigate potential career paths by visiting the many information stalls held by universities and tafes that offer design-related courses. Guest speakers this year will include: Typographer Marian Bantjes (Canada); photographer Poras Chaudhary (India); interior designer Jeffery Copolov (Australia); furniture designer Ross Didier (Australia); digital designer Domenic Di Giorgio (Australia); creative consultants/directors Paul Austin and Ben Parker from MadeThought (UK); founder of interdisciplinary studio ART+COM Joachim Sauter (Germany);milliner Kerrie Stanley (Australia); Academy Award winning illustrator Shaun Tan (Australia); and multimedia artist Ree Treweek (South Africa). LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-agideas-2012-futures/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120524 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120525 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120223T123549 LAST-MODIFIED:20120223T123643 UID:40453@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) agIdeas 2012 Advantage DESCRIPTION:Don't skip the most important meal of the day. Advantage is agIdeas' international business breakfast and seminar\, offering business leaders counsel and insight in how design can be advantageously used as a vantage point to leverage businesses above their competitors. Drawing from case studies\, key speakers Dana Arnett (USA)\, Dale Herigstad (USA) and Mauro Porcini (Italy) will deconstruct design and discuss how to pragmatically integrate it into your workplace\, aiming to increase your overall business performance. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-agideas-2012-advantage/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120523 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120526 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120223T123504 LAST-MODIFIED:20120223T123651 UID:40445@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) agIdeas 2012 International Design Forum DESCRIPTION:This three-day event will give over 40 internationally acclaimed designers an opportunity to address like-minded audiences on interest areas including graphic design\, product design\, motion graphics\, design for film and television\, new media\, web design\, animation\, illustration\, typography\, architecture\, fashion and textiles\, sound design\, performance art\, and advertising. An unmissable event for those looking to expand their design dialogue and be inspired by creative innovators such as Marian Bantjes (Canada)\, Shaun Tan (Australia)\, and Paul Marcus Fuog (Australia) to name a few. A full list of guest speakers and ticketing information can be found here.   LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-agideas-2012-international-design-forum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120309 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120408 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120222T090208 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T090208 UID:40204@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Figure and Ground DESCRIPTION:Figure and Ground\, curated by Melissa Loughnan and Jane O’Neill\, will feature work from eight local and international artists: Marco Chiandetti (UK)\, Sarah crowEST\, Rebecca Delange\, Misha Hollenbach\, Claire Lambe\, Rob McLeish\, Sanné Mestrom and Stephen Ralph. The exhibition will investigate the use of earthenware in contemporary art practices\, particularly concerning intersections between ceramics and collage\, the human figure and abstraction. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-figure-and-ground/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120317 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120429 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120222T090122 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T090122 UID:40233@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Allan Mitelman DESCRIPTION:APW’s 2011 Collie Print Trust Printmaking Fellowship was awarded to one of Australia’s most highly regarded contemporary artists\, Allan Mitelman. This fellowship\, awarded each year by APW\, allows recipients to work with APW printers to produce a major body of work in their preferred print medium. Working in collaboration with APW senior printer\, Martin King\, Allan Mitelman’s Fellowship project resulted in this exquisite suite of 12 multi-plate etchings. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-allan-mitelman/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120313 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120314 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120222T090015 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T090348 UID:40214@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(WA) Graphic Designer Contracts Seminar DESCRIPTION:David Stewart\, from intellectual property firm Wrays\, leads a series of talks to AGDA members across the broad range of technical and legal mumbo-jumbo. This first workshop focuses on basic graphic designers’ contracts and standard agreements and will cover topics including: warranties and indemnities\, moral rights clauses\, copyright and perils in contracts with illustrators\, photographers and other contractors. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/wa-graphic-designer-contracts-seminar/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120315 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120316 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120222T085926 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T090337 UID:40224@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Bikefest Bike Runway DESCRIPTION:A dedicated runway show celebrating the art of fashionable riding. Expect a visual feast of new and old\, functional and improbable\, ready to wear and OTT bike-related design. The Bike Runway will leave no doubt that style matters more than speed on the bike lanes of Melbourne. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-bikefest-bike-runway/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120316 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120317 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120222T085810 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T085810 UID:40227@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(TAS) TADA Presentation Night DESCRIPTION:The Tasmania Advertising and Design Awards aims to establish and nurture a uniquely Tasmanian commercial creative vernacular\, to raise standards in commercial creativity and to celebrate the very best of what Tasmanians do. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/tas-tada-presentation-night/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120307 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120318 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120222T085713 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T085713 UID:40184@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Australian Film Festival DESCRIPTION:The Australian Film Festival returns for its third year\, screening the best in Australian film. Held at the iconic art deco Randwick Ritz\, the 10-day long festival features a jam-packed food and film street fair and an outdoor movie under the stars on Clovelly Beach\, as well as activities and films taking place at Coogee\, Clovelly Beach\, Metro Screen and the Australian Film Television and Radio School. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-australian-film-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120308 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120316 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120222T085604 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T085604 UID:40177@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Click! Fashion Photographers on Film DESCRIPTION:Presented as part of the 2012 L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival's Cultural Program\, ACMI will take audiences behind the camera lens enabling the discovery of the world's most successful fashion photographers. The film program consists of David Bailey: Four Beats to the Bar and No Cheating\, Bill Cunningham New York\, Beaton by Bailey (aka Bailey on Beaton) + Dressed for Summer 2012\, Blow-Up\, and Duffy: The Man Who Shot the 60s. For individual session times and box office queries head to acmi.net.au.   LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-click-fashion-photographers-on-film/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120408 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120222T085525 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T085525 UID:40175@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Hany Armanious: The Golden Thread DESCRIPTION:The Monash Museum of Art will host the Australian premier of Hany Armanious' exhibition The Golden Thread. The exhibition was unveiled last year at the 54th Venice Biennale to much acclaim and features cast sculptural figures that reveal the energy and absurdity embedded within inanimate objects. The exhibition will also coincide with the launch of an artist's book for MUMA. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-hany-armanious-the-golden-thread/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120408 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120222T085425 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T090445 UID:40163@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Adrian Paci: Per Speculum DESCRIPTION:Having fled his native Albania due to civil war in 1997\, Adrian Paci's work explores the experience of exile\, displacement and immigration. His latest exhibition is no exception\, adhering to these themes in the production of a 35mm film installation called Per Speculum. The film follows the allegorical adventures of children living in idyllic environments\, and how this reality comes under threat and begins to crumble. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-adrian-paci-per-speculum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120308 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120328 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120222T085320 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T085320 UID:40197@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) William Kentridge: Five Themes DESCRIPTION:An exhibition by one of the world’s leading contemporary artists\, William Kentridge. Premiering in Australia after travelling to San Francisco\, New York\, Paris\, Vienna\, Jerusalem and Moscow\, the exhibition explores five key themes that have captivated Kentridge throughout his career. Born in South Africa and well-known for his stop motion films of charcoal drawings\, Kentridge has a multidisciplinary approach\, which will be showcased through more than 60 works ranging from animations\, drawings and prints to theatre models\, sculptures and books. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-william-kentridge-five-themes/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120328 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120329 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120221T141054 LAST-MODIFIED:20120223T081236 UID:40159@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Battle of Big Thinking DESCRIPTION:The Battle of Big Thinking is back again in 2012 as part of the Communications Council 'Circus' Festival of Commercial Creativity. This year's lineup of speakers includes Tim Costello (World Vision)\, James Hurman (Ogilvy Shanghai)\, Debra Richards (Ausfilm)\, Stephan Elliot (Director\, Priscilla Queen of the Desert) and more\, who will each present an idea of their own that concerns Business\, Advertising/Marketing/Media\, Government\, Social/Community and Storytelling in a salon style discussion. The Chasers Julian Morrow will act at Battle MC and the adjudicating will be left up to the audience\, who will award the 2012 'Biggest Thinker' on the day. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-battle-of-big-thinking-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120220 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120124T155433 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T090401 UID:38433@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Typography Course DESCRIPTION:Get your hands dirty with the poster course – a creative opportunity to experiment with letterpress techniques using the Penrith Museum of Printing’s collection of 100-year- old wooden type to produce an A4/A2 typographic poster. No experience is needed (only two people per course). Contact 0435 139 203. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-typography-course/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120210 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120304 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120124T155316 LAST-MODIFIED:20120124T155334 UID:38425@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(WA) Perth International Arts Festival DESCRIPTION:Joyous and celebratory\, thought-provoking and poignant\, cutting edge and contemporary – the 2012 Perth International Arts Festival program offers a feast of culture for arts lovers of all ages and persuasions\, spilling across the unique venues and spaces of one of the most beautiful cities in Australia. The Perth International Arts Festival is Australia’s original and oldest international arts festival\, with a worldwide reputation for excellence. In 2012\, the Festival celebrates its 60th birthday with an invigorating new vision from incoming artistic director\, Jonathan Holloway. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/wa-perth-international-arts-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120211 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120124T155205 LAST-MODIFIED:20120124T155205 UID:38421@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(QLD) Seven with Another/Fourth Edition DESCRIPTION:At Seven With Another\, great minds really do think alike\, no matter how different they are. By inviting seven pairs of creatives from diverse fields including advertising\, design\, architecture\, fine art\, photography\, fashion\, sound and even robotics art to look past their vastly different creative processes and work together\, we’re challenging them to concentrate on what they do best – being creative. The resulting collaborative artworks could be disastrous or mind-blowing... but they definitely won’t be boring. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/qld-seven-with-anotherfourth-edition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120124 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120403 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120124T155004 LAST-MODIFIED:20120124T155004 UID:38403@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(TAS) Wim Delvoye Exhibition DESCRIPTION:MONA presents the Wim Delvoye retrospective\, showcasing the controversial creations of this contemporary artist. From his Louis Vuitton tattooed skinned pigs to X-ray images of copulating couples\, Delvoye’s work\, for better or worse\, does not go unnoticed. Through Delvoye’s no-holds- barred attitude\, the business of being human\, our biological urges and man vs. machine will all be interrogated and contested in MONA’s latest installation. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/tas-wim-delvoye-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120124 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120305 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120124T154843 LAST-MODIFIED:20120124T154843 UID:38399@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) The Mad Square DESCRIPTION:Focusing on the modernity movement in German art between 1910 and 1937\, The Mad Square follows the pursuits of artists struggling to live in a modern world affected by war and political instability. The exhibition brings together a collection of over 200 works experimenting with the avant-garde movements that flourished in this era\, including Expressionism\, Dada\, Constructivism\, Bauhaus and New Objectivity. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-the-mad-square/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120203 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120208 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120124T154744 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T090420 UID:38408@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Type Camp DESCRIPTION:Type Camp Australia is for typophiles of all backgrounds\, promising to strengthen your skills in an intensive five-day educational and professional training camp. The camp features workshops that cover everything from letterform structure to letter anatomy and typesetting techniques. Experienced instructors including Stephen Coles (head of typographica.org)\, Marina Chaccur (Brazilian lettering artist) and Dr Shelley Gruendler (Type Camp founder) will also be conducting seminars and be assisting participants personal typography projects. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-type-camp/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120124 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120206 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120124T154601 LAST-MODIFIED:20120124T154601 UID:38391@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Midsumma Festival DESCRIPTION:Midsumma Festival celebrates queer arts and culture. Held once a year in Melbourne\, this year’s program boasts theatre performances\, art exhibitions\, film screenings and a series of social and community events. The Visual Arts program includes Cycles&Sequences\, an exhibition marking the 25th anniversary of artist Ross Watson’s career\, showcasing works featuring Bel Ami stars and Lance Corporal James Wharton. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-midsumma-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120119 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120120 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120123T150220 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T090452 UID:38029@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(QLD) Nine Lives Gallery Final Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Nine Lives Gallery is a full-time gallery no more\, and to bid au revoir their final exhibition will feature one of their first exhibiting artists\, English illustrator French.  A collection of his new prints and a zine will be revealed. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/qld-nine-lives-gallery-final-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120202 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120123T150148 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T090438 UID:38017@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Photographic Portrait Exhibition DESCRIPTION:CATC Design College are presenting 'Sugarface'\, a photography collective featuring the works of CATC students. Complimentary cocktails and canapés will be provided. Be sure to RSVP by 27 January at info@kitakaboodle.com.au. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-photographic-portrait-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120203 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120301 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120110T154001 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T090610 UID:37307@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Glasshouse Summerfest 2012 DESCRIPTION:Glasshouse Port Macquarie presents Summerfest 2012\, showcasing this coastal town's best local offerings. The festival ends 29 February\, giving patrons and visitors of the city ample time and opportunity to wade through the events\, including live performances by by Joe Robinson\, John Waters and Arrebato Ensemble\, market stalls\, local tours\, art exhibitions and children's art workshops. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-glasshouse-summerfest-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120213 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120110T153816 LAST-MODIFIED:20120110T153816 UID:37304@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Melbourne Indigenous Arts Festival DESCRIPTION:ACMI will be partaking in the celebration of the Melbourne Indigenous Arts Festival this February by adding some special events to their program. The festival aims to diversify and heighten public awareness of contemporary Indigenous arts and will feature a series of talks\, exhibitions and screenings. The program will open with 'National Indigenous Photomedia Forum' co-programmed by ACMI’s Artist in Residence Reko Rennie and Arts Victoria in association with the Centre of Contemporary Photography. Followed by a looped screening (from 10am - 6pm on 11 February) of 'Shadow Life: Moving Image'\, exploring films made and produced by Indigenous artists including Vernon Ah Kee (Whitefella Normal\, Blackfella Me\, 2004)\, Bindi Cole (Seventy Times Seven\, 2011) and more. And concluding with 'Remembered By' a dual event featuring a screening and seminar on Indigenous representations in contemporary film. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-melbourne-indigenous-arts-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120209 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120304 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120110T153622 LAST-MODIFIED:20120110T161849 UID:37280@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Falling Down exhibition DESCRIPTION:Utopian Slumps presents Falling Down\, featuring the works of Melbourne-based artists Ry Haskings\, James Lynch and Dan Moynihan. The exhibition is drawn together by themes concerning the cinematic and theatrical individually by each artist. Ry Haskings will contribute a series of floor and wall screen prints inspired by the popular Maxim\, 'I'd prefer not to'\, James Lynch will showcase a series of portraits where he asked friends to pose like Michael Douglas in Falling Down\, and James Lynch explores the self reflexive chime 'It's not you\, it's me' with the 'seeing portrait'. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-falling-down-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120115 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120110T153429 LAST-MODIFIED:20120110T153429 UID:37314@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Sugar Mountain Festival DESCRIPTION:This one-day long festival is packed to the brim with local and international musical and visual artists. Sugar Mountain will take over Melbourne's Forum Theatre\, transforming the the iconic venue into three mini makeshift venues housed within: The Womb\, Mess & Noise Stage\, and The Summit. Each stage will incorporate installations by the festival's guest visual artists including Maya Hayuk\, Kyle Ranson\, Lucy Benson\, Matsuri Yamana\, Rhys Mitchell and Raphael Rizzo and make way for headline musical acts Deerhoof\, Tune-Yards\, Thee Oh Sees and more. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-sugar-mountain-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120214 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120217 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20120110T152940 LAST-MODIFIED:20120110T152940 UID:37328@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:Portable presents Product Design 2012 DESCRIPTION:The Portable Talks series is back again\, this time with a focus on product design in 2012. The two-hour presentation will take a look at the complexities associated with conceiving an idea and rendering that idea palpable\, with advice from expert panelists including Leni Mayo (founding investor of 99designs) and Shainiel Deo (CEO of the game design house Halfbrick). This one-day event will be held at The Edge (QLD)\, Museum of Sydney (NSW) and ACMI (VIC)\, giving audiences across the nation a thorough glimpse into product design. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/portable-presents-product-design-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111122 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111218 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111206T163046 LAST-MODIFIED:20111206T163046 UID:35309@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Significant Other DESCRIPTION:Dark Horse Experiment will depart from their regular program for this unique pre-Christmas exhibition focusing on works encompassing the theme 'significant other'. Artworks in this exhibition include paintings and drawings by Charles Blackman\, Sidney Nolan\, John Perceval\, Robert Dickerson\, David Boyd\, Ray Crooke\, Geoff Dyer\, Andrew Sibley\, James Clayden\, David Milne\, Nicholas Blowers and Cristina Popovici. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-significant-other/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111224 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111206T163012 LAST-MODIFIED:20111206T163012 UID:35282@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Obscura Gallery end of year show DESCRIPTION:Obscura Gallery marks the end of the year with a gallery party and group show including the works of Mark Alsweiler\, Nikki Lam\, Ben Walsh\, Jeremy Blincoe\, Chloe Vallance\, Melissa Mcveigh\, Sian pascale\, Matto lucas\, Eric Algra\,  Aaron Citti\, Eva Collins\, Tiziana Borghese and  Linda Pottage. The opening night festivities will commence from Thursday December 8\, 6.30-8.30 pm. The exhibition will remain open until Friday December 23. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-obscura-gallery-end-of-year-show/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111216 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120213 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111206T162934 LAST-MODIFIED:20111206T162934 UID:35270@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Rafael Lozano-Hemmer DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Contemporary Art will present interactive artist Rafael Lozano-Hemmer's digital artworks in his first Australian solo exhibition this summer. The exhibition will be part of the Sydney International Arts Series and give audiences a first-hand look at one of MCA's refurbished galleries\, ahead of the opening of its new and expanded facility in March 2012. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-rafael-lozano-hemmer/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120224 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111206T162819 LAST-MODIFIED:20111206T162856 UID:35302@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) 2012 Schmart Marketing Conference DESCRIPTION:The 2012 Schmart Marketing Conference aims to assist business and marketing professionals in bridging the gap between traditional and social forms of media. The conference brings together some of the industries most knowledgeable professionals in a series of talks and discussion panels with guests including Jeffrey Hayzlett (bestselling author and global business celebrity)\, Scott Stratten (president and author of UnMarketing: Stop Marketing\, Start Engaging) and Dan Gregory (founder and CEO\, The Impossible Institute). LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-2012-schmart-marketing-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121204T183000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121204T210000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111203T125554 LAST-MODIFIED:20121129T075133 UID:16671@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Junior DESCRIPTION:Junior – it’s a chance for young creatives to get together and start some sort of revolution. Drink cheaply\, trade stories and make grand plans. Perfect. The next Junior in Melbourne kicks off on 4 December at 6.30pm\, with the guest speaker starting at around 7.30pm. This time the speaker is... Jason Deacon\, Associate Creative Director at DT Digital giving his top 10 tips in 10 minutes. For more information\, head to lifeatthebottom.com.   LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/junior/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111225 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111124T125453 LAST-MODIFIED:20111124T125453 UID:34331@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) In the Gardens exhibition DESCRIPTION:Utopian Slums presents In the Gardens\, a new exhibition curated by Perks and Mini's Misha Hollenbach. The exhibition will showcase a series of rugs woven in Tibet designed by a collective of artists heralding from Japan\, Australia\, the UK and the USA. Participating artists include Christian Hidaka\, Misha Hollenbach\, Chris Johanson\, Misaki Kawai\, Barry McGee\, Keegan McHargue and Constance Zikos. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-in-the-gardens-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111204 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111124T125422 LAST-MODIFIED:20111124T125422 UID:34343@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Exhibiting Time DESCRIPTION:Alongside each other\, Jeremy Smart and Joanna Mortreux present dual exhibitions at Obscura Gallery. Jeremy Smart's In Lunacy\, comments on the great tragedies that envelope society during rapid social and economical development through a series of fictitious figures. Meanwhile Joanna Mortreux's works in her exhibition\, The awkwardness of living and dying simultaneously\, explore  the timelessness of living eternally in the present. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-exhibiting-time/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111125 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111202 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111124T125359 LAST-MODIFIED:20111124T125359 UID:34336@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Kabul Kids DESCRIPTION:Kabul Kids began as a photography initiative by Sydney-based photographer Palwesha Yusaf in 2009\, which gave six Afghanistani children the opportunity to document their life from behind the lens. The children chosen were from Kabul orphanage\, run by Australian aid organisation Mahboba’s Promise\, with the hopes that they would capture life outside of the orphanage enclave. This exhibition showcases their results\, depicting moments of war\, friendship and spirit. An opening night discussion panel featuring SBS Dateline's Yalda Hakim will be held on Friday November 25. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-kabul-kids/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111203T190000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111203T230000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111114T144140 LAST-MODIFIED:20111115T075206 UID:32994@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) War of the Walls DESCRIPTION:War of the Walls returns Saturday 3 December\, hot on the heels of last year’s explosive inaugural battle. Five urban street artists will emerge from the alleys and studios to go head to head in a duel of aerosol genius and a larger-than-life race against the clock. War of the Walls will welcome RAD 11\, ohnoes\, Mr Reliable\, eltoasto & Broes for an action-packed two-hour showdown. The illustrious DJ Tom Showtime will send the crowd on a trip with a culmination of hip-hop\, funk and all things smooth. Industry experts including last year’s winner Adnate and you\, (our most awesome audience) will judge these willing combatants and their works. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-war-of-the-walls/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120121 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120123 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111111T081610 LAST-MODIFIED:20111111T081610 UID:32652@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Brickvention Australia 2011 DESCRIPTION:Brickvention is Australia’s premier LEGO® fan convention bringing together\, over 2 days\, LEGO fans to view creations built by Australian modelers and collectors. The event features a huge collection of LEGO models including trains\, castles\, space ships\, planes\, sculptures and more. There will also be competitions\, face painting and LEGO sets and merchandise for sale. So if you love LEGO\, come along to Brickvention. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-brickvention-australia-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110922 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120130 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111111T081503 LAST-MODIFIED:20111111T081503 UID:32650@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Star Voyager: Exploring Space on Screen DESCRIPTION:Star Voyager is a major exhibition charting the history and future of space exploration as experienced through over 100 years of the moving image. Combining scientific and documentary footage together with feature films (Alien\, Apollo 13\, Moon\, Avatar) and video artworks\, the exhibition examines how the creative imagination and a desire for discovery has inspired artists\, filmmakers and scientists through generations. Featuring rare film\, TV and documentary footage\, artworks\, models\, costumes and production materials – and extraordinary interactives. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-star-voyager-exploring-space-on-screen/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111215 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111216 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111111T081323 LAST-MODIFIED:20111111T081323 UID:32571@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Happy Feet 2 screening DESCRIPTION:The eagerly awaited sequel to the Academy Award-winning hit Happy Feet\, finds tap-dancing penguin Mumble and his pals using their smooth moves to save the penguin nation. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-happy-feet-2-screening/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120409 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111111T081043 LAST-MODIFIED:20111111T081043 UID:32566@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Here, There and Everywhere DESCRIPTION:The international experience of leading Australian artist Jenny Watson will be the focus of a major survey exhibition titled Jenny Watson: Here\, There and Everywhere. The exhibition\, the first career survey of Watson’s art since the 1980s\, will feature more than 60 works that relate to her extensive international career. Here\, There and Everywhere includes previously unseen works made overseas\, artworks exclusively exhibited internationally\, and a new work based on the artist’s recent international travels (her first major video work). LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-here-there-and-everywhere/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111215 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111216 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111111T080855 LAST-MODIFIED:20111111T080855 UID:32560@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Artillery magazine Chapter Five launch DESCRIPTION:Artillery magazine celebrates the launch of Chapter Five. Two years in the making\, Artillery is an independent publication dedicated to the creative struggle\, determination and rawness of the world’s best graffiti artists. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-artillery-magazine-chapter-five-launch/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111206 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111111T074117 LAST-MODIFIED:20111111T074117 UID:32500@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(HK) Business of Design Week DESCRIPTION:Business of Design Week (BODW) remains an inspiring\, must-attend ideas exchange platform for Asia’s most innovative thinkers and business leaders. Now in its ninth year\, BODW continues to inspire valuable dialogue through an unrivalled blend of forums\, seminars\, exhibitions and outreach programs for designers\, business leaders\, educators\, SMEs and the public to exchange ideas and address a wide array of 21st century challenges. Speakers include Dieter Rams and Erik Spiekermann. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/hk-business-of-design-week/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111113T090000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111113T160000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111111T073515 LAST-MODIFIED:20111111T073515 UID:32688@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Market Sessions at Queen Victoria Market DESCRIPTION:Start the working week eve at the Queen Victoria Market\, beginning November 13 and running every second Sunday until February. Unwind to musicians in the beer garden\, shop at the artisan design market and purge those hunger pains with the gourmet delights on offer. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-market-sessions-at-queen-victoria-market/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111119T000000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111119T220000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111110T161936 LAST-MODIFIED:20111114T115819 UID:32719@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Twoone open studio DESCRIPTION:Discover artist Twoone's artworks\, working spaces and processes whilst taking a glass in the sunshine. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-twoone-open-studio/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111121 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111110T151459 LAST-MODIFIED:20111111T082011 UID:32682@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) This Time It's Personal DESCRIPTION:This Time It's Personal is an exhibition devoted to showcasing the personal work of some of Australia's leading photographers including Max Doyle\, Derek Henderson\, Paul Westlake\, David Mandelberg\, Harold David\, Hugh Stewart\, Simon Upton and Liz Ham\, amongst others. All work is available for purchase by silent auction and with all proceeds going to Movember\, it's art for a great cause. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-this-time-its-personal/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111120 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111110T145653 LAST-MODIFIED:20111111T073410 UID:32676@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) CUT.SLICE.FOLD DESCRIPTION:Don't deny it\, you love paper. It's so fresh\, crisp and perfect. The Paper Convention loves paper too. After the success of their A4 Paper Festival in Sydney earlier this year\, they've decided to bring a series of live talks and workshops to Melbourne. There's more to paper than occasional paper cuts and Reflex\, and a group of creatives will explain\, including our own Brendan McKnight\, along with Emma Van Leest\, Benjamin Ducroz and Lisa Loxley by offering a glimpse into the world of paper and visual culture. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-cut-slice-fold/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111124 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111204 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111110T142605 LAST-MODIFIED:20111111T081800 UID:32667@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Mixed Messages DESCRIPTION:Numskull presents his latest exhibition Mixed Messages\, inspired the advertisements and media slogans that infiltrate our everyday life. The exhibition\, held at Kind Of Gallery\, will showcase wood font collages\, sculptures\, installations and paintings each incorporating Numskull's signature typographic style and found objects. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-mixed-messages/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111227 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120109 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111110T140011 LAST-MODIFIED:20111111T081705 UID:32665@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey DESCRIPTION:You've probably tickled him or learned the alphabet from him at some stage in your life and now is your chance to witness the man behind the puppet. Elmo has long been one of Sesame Street's most enduring and loved characters and Kevin Clash is responsible\, one of this generation's favourite puppeteers. Being Elmo charts his puppetry obsession\, his motivations and techniques in this candid documentary narrated by Whoopi Goldberg. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-being-elmo-a-puppeteers-journey/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111210T110000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111210T160000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111110T132637 LAST-MODIFIED:20111116T133443 UID:32630@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Blackbird Markets DESCRIPTION:A monthly indoor market held at The Workers’ Club on the corner of Brunswick and Gertrude Streets in Melbourne. Showcasing Melbourne designers and craft addicts\, here you will find handcrafted jewellery\, accessories\, clothing\, stationery and even cycling accessories. Enjoy a beer in the bar’s beer garden while you shop. (Blackbird Markets runs every second Saturday of the month)) LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-blackbird-markets/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111211 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111110T120346 LAST-MODIFIED:20111111T081144 UID:32568@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Grab/Getty Images DESCRIPTION:Getty Images continues its search for iconic Australian images with the return of Grab\, a photographic competition that gives enthusiasts the opportunity to become Getty Images contributors and win a share in over $8000 worth of Nikon camera equipment. Grab aims to provide a platform for the outstanding talent that Australia has to offer. The competition will exhibit the most compelling works by those who find inspiration around them and can capture this through photography. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-grabgetty-images/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120123 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111110T113838 LAST-MODIFIED:20111111T080751 UID:32556@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(TAS) MONA FOMA DESCRIPTION:MOFO 2012 will see curator Brian Ritchie\, once again gather the noble troubadours of the weird\, world famous and never- heard-before music\, dance\, theatre\, visual art\, and sound. Featured artists include PJ Harvey (UK)\, Ryoji Ikeda (Japan)\, Pierre Henry (France)\, Dresden Dolls (USA) Amiina (Iceland) BalletLab (Aus) and IHOS (Aus). LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/tas-mona-foma/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111220 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120709 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111110T113131 LAST-MODIFIED:20111111T080703 UID:32554@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Best of the Independent Games Festival DESCRIPTION:Play brilliant new games for free when the Best of the Independent Games Festival returns to ACMI. Dubbed the ‘Sundance of the game world’\, the annual festival encourages innovation in game development and recognises the best work of indie designers from all around the world. ACMI presents 14 international award-winners that expand our expectation of what a video game can be\, from the instant classic Minecraft\, to the mind-bending challenges of Australia’s own Antichamber. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-best-of-the-independent-games-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111205 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111110T112556 LAST-MODIFIED:20111206T121417 UID:32541@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Melbourne Design Market DESCRIPTION:The Christmas version of the Melbourne Design Market pops up just in time for inspired gifts at Federation Square’s undercover car park. Held twice a year in the car park of Federation Square\, the market attracts over 10\,000 to each one-day event. It’s about seeing new products\, meeting designers\, having great coffee and food\, listening to great music and mingling with the people of Melbourne\, who have made this such an outstanding event since 2004. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-melbourne-design-market-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111203 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120220 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111110T111838 LAST-MODIFIED:20111206T121446 UID:32535@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Finding Antarctica DESCRIPTION:Finding Antarctica showcases over 100 extraordinarily rare and contemporary maps from the 15th to 20th centuries\, which highlight local and international efforts to chart the last continent on earth. View beautiful hand-coloured Dutch maps from the 17th century\, huge Coronelli globe gores and survey maps from the heroic age of the early 20th century. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-finding-antarctica-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111204 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111110T110137 LAST-MODIFIED:20111206T121624 UID:32530@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) The Finders Keepers Spring/Summer Markets Sydney DESCRIPTION:Over 65 independent and emerging Australian designers and artists will showcase their wares over two days at CarriageWorks in Sydney. Expect to see artwork\, clothing\, accessories\, homewares\, object design\, ceramics and more\, free live music with a café and bar open all day. Featuring the Zine Society workshop\, Leeloo’s On the Wall exhibition and Lomography-based workshops. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-the-finders-keepers-springsummer-markets-sydney/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111204 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111110T101352 LAST-MODIFIED:20111111T074306 UID:32518@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(WA) The AGDA WA Quiz 2011 DESCRIPTION:Packed full of fun\, the AGDA WA Quiz 2011 (presented by Spicers) is now open for registrations for tables of eight. Featuring all the fanfare you’d expect from the annual AGDA WA Quiz\, this year we have expanded the amazing prizes\, side games\, special novelty rounds\, brain-teasing table sheets and studio-on-studio\, head-to-head action for only $10 per head. Your first challenge is to assemble your sharpest minds. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/wa-the-agda-wa-quiz-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111127 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111128 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111103T143144 LAST-MODIFIED:20111103T143144 UID:31863@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) My Space, Your Space, Our Space Start DESCRIPTION:Modern culture has been nourished by space science throughout the history of space exploration. As part of ACMI’s Star Voyager exhibition\, the talk ‘My Space\, Your Space\, Our Space’ will discuss how space science has influenced technology\, art\, design and architecture. Guests include Vicki Sowry (Australian Network for Art and Technology) and Oscar Hillerstrom (film journalist and presenter on the Sci Fi Channel) with more announced soon. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-my-space-your-space-our-space-start/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111114 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111103T140317 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T090528 UID:31843@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Faber-Castell 250th anniversary DESCRIPTION:The year 2011 marks the 250th anniversary of Faber-Castell\, one of the oldest and most renowned industrial companies in the world. To celebrate this important milestone\, Faber-Castell will be hosting numerous events across Sydney\, including a birthday party open to the public at the Art Gallery of New South Wales\, which will include a number of interactive activities for the whole family. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-faber-castell-250th-anniversary/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111125 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111126 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111103T135349 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T090511 UID:31840@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Cinemix: Midnight Juggernauts play Look at Life DESCRIPTION:As part of the Cinemix program\, local synth-pop trio Midnight Juggernauts will perform its own brand of kaleidoscopic jams to accompany selections of the rare British newsreel series\, Look at Life. Traversing the jet age\, new advances in science and the swinging 60s\, these films represent a fascinating snapshot of a moment in time\, but with a firm eye on the future. Presented in associated with Melbourne Music Week. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-cinemix-midnight-juggernauts-play-look-at-life/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111203 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111103T133541 LAST-MODIFIED:20111103T133541 UID:31831@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Self-Est DESCRIPTION:Self Est is a four day art event exploring contemporary art from alternative backgrounds. This first installment of Self Est (short for Self Established) investigates the study of letterforms and pavement-based education. Self Est presents art created outside the traditional academy that has infiltrated the institution. Thursday 17 November\, 6pm\, Open to 20 November Paintings and installations by Roid\, Horfé & Dmote kind of — gallery\, 72 Oxford St\, Darlinghurst Friday 18 November\, 6pm\, Open to 2 December Paintings and installations by Jeff Canham & Ben Barretto Gallery A.S. 53-55 Brisbane st\, Surry Hills Saturday 19 November\, 12-1.30pm Conversations: A discussion and Q and A with Self Est. artists and experts on unconventional sources for fine art. Gallery A.S\, 53-55 Brisbane st Surry Hills Saturday 19 November\, 4-9pm Murals by Roid\, Horfé\, & sign painting by Jeff Canham Kippax & Lt Riley St LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-self-est/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111109T173000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111109T220000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111026T103310 LAST-MODIFIED:20111026T103310 UID:31026@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) 30 Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Each year Positive Posters holds an exhibition of the top 30 entries from the competition. If you are in Melbourne on Wednesday 9th November\, head down to 1000£ Bend\, check out the posters and be the first to hear find out who the judges award the best poster of 2011. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-30-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111028T183000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111028T213000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111025T154900 LAST-MODIFIED:20111025T154900 UID:30944@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(QLD) 100 days, 100 designs DESCRIPTION:Since 18 July\, Made in the Now has created an anthology of news-inspired t-shirt designs. We've covered everything from the tragedy in Norway to porn midgets and lost forest boys\, so now it's time to celebrate 100 designs. Join us at the Sub\, where you can check out the designs\, buy from our back catalogue and clink beers with the people behind the tees. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/qld-100-days-100-designs/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111015T040000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111015T200000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111011T105221 LAST-MODIFIED:20111011T105221 UID:29714@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) How do you want me? DESCRIPTION:Sydney photographer Luke Austin is most accustomed to shooting beautiful people perfectly primped and prepared – and yet for his first exhibition of personal work he has chosen the polar opposite\, and has shot his entire exhibition of 68 portraits free from any artifice. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-how-do-you-want-me/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111012T150000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111012T180000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111005T133310 LAST-MODIFIED:20111005T133310 UID:29389@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(AUS) Adobe Design for Impact DESCRIPTION:Join Adobe Design for Impact Live Virtual Event as experts come together to share their design inspirations and what defines their design philosophy. Join Adobe Evangelists - Michael Stoddart\, Paul Burnett\, and Karl Soule as they share the essential tips and tricks and best practices on digital imaging\, layout\, interactive and motion design\, which will help you to be more efficient. Watch the exchange of ideas at this live video streaming event – register here. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/aus-adobe-design-for-impact/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111024 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111005T131453 LAST-MODIFIED:20111005T131453 UID:29383@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(QLD) Know Your Product DESCRIPTION:Nine Lives presents\, ‘Know Your Product\,’ three weeks of short group exhibitions curated by the Nine Lives interns; Stephanie Pohlman\, Ellie Anderson and Anna Oh. The exhibitions feature 32\, local\, home grown artists experimenting within different mediums\, in a showcase of painting\, illustration and photography. Show one: Painting Opening: 6 October at 6pm and continuing until 9 October. Show two: Illustration Opening: 13 October at 6pm and continuing until 16 October. Show three: Photography Opening: 20 October at 6pm and continuing until 23 October. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/qld-know-your-product/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111011 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111016 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111005T125116 LAST-MODIFIED:20111005T125116 UID:29380@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Chimera / Jodee Knowles DESCRIPTION:Jodee Knowles\, who counts pop stars Pink and Bryan Adams as fans\, follows her recent back-to-back sell-out Sydney shows with the exhibition Chimera\, viewing exclusively at Showcase Gallery in October. The ten pieces in Chimera are heavily fashion based\, with use of form and fabric. They feature all the hallmarks of the artist’s work; big\, melancholy filled eyes on female forms with a tortured innocence that combine with the elements of fantasy behind the hybrid ‘Chimera’\, animal of Greek mythology. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-chimera-jodee-knowles/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111021 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111101 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111005T124033 LAST-MODIFIED:20111005T124033 UID:29371@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) AGDA Poster Annual Exhibition DESCRIPTION:The AGDA Poster Annual celebrates the grace and tactility of the poster and its power to engage and motivate. The AGDA Poster Annual exhibition is intended to captivate the general public and creative industries with the finest works of Australian graphic designers. Entrants have been invited to be inspired by the culture of music to create ideological posters. The resulting posters will be shown at the Gaffa Gallery in Sydney from October 21 in an exhibition curated by Mark Gowing. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-agda-poster-annual-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111014 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111017 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20111005T114341 LAST-MODIFIED:20111005T114341 UID:29360@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) IA Annual 9x5 Exhibition DESCRIPTION:An annual exhibition and auction run by Illustrators Australia. Opening night: 14 October (includes auction\, drinks and nibbles) Gallery closed on Saturday for the seminar\, 'new avenues for illustrators' Gallery open on Sunday 16th October 10am-3pm Peoples Choice Award will be awarded a $100 voucher from Art Spectrum for the main category and a set of 3 DVDs from Madman Entertainment for the Student category. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-ia-annual-9x5-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111008 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111015 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110929T165957 LAST-MODIFIED:20110929T165957 UID:29139@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(QLD) Seven with Another/3rd Edition DESCRIPTION:At Seven With Another great minds really do think alike\, no matter how different they are. By inviting seven pairs of creatives from diverse fields including advertising\, design\, architecture\, fine art\, photography\, fashion\, sound and even robotics art to look past their vastly different creative processes and work together\, we’re challenging them to concentrate on what they do best – being creative. The resulting collaborative artworks could be disasterous or mind-blowing… but they definitely won’t be boring. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/qld-seven-with-another3rd-edition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111023 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110929T162309 LAST-MODIFIED:20110929T162309 UID:29133@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Melbourne Festival DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Festival is one of Australia’s most celebrated flagship cultural events\, exclusively debuting some of the world’s finest artists and companies. Now in its 26th year\, Melbourne Festival presents the best possible artistic experience to as many people as possible each October. Over 17 days and nights\, the festival will feature over fifty of the world’s best dance\, theatre\, music\, visual arts\, multimedia and outdoor events\, offering a wide variety of venues and ticket prices\, plus many free events. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-melbourne-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110929 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111004 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110928T102856 LAST-MODIFIED:20110928T102856 UID:28982@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Electrofringe DESCRIPTION:Electrofringe presents an annual festival and year-round program of experimental electronic arts and culture dedicated to presentation\, skills development and artistic exchange. The program focuses on uncovering emergent forms with an emphasis on encouraging interaction between emerging and established artists. Electrofringe is just one part of the convergence of writers\, performers\, thinkers\, independent and industry musicians\, creative researchers\, electronic artists\, dilettantes\, and DIY culture makers in a showcase that is This is Not Art. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-electrofringe/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111008 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110926T152254 LAST-MODIFIED:20110926T152254 UID:28868@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Letterpress in Sydney - Launch Party DESCRIPTION:The Distillery is a commercial letterpress studio in Sydney and is holding a launch party for designers and creatives. Come along and watch their press "Wolfgang" as he crafts custom letterpress prints. You'll also received limited edition sample packs of letterpress goodies\, printed on luscious cotton paper stocks. Booze and canapes will be served. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-letterpress-in-sydney-launch-party/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111026T060000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111026T230000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110916T100838 LAST-MODIFIED:20110916T100848 UID:28358@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Mobile Screenfest Awards DESCRIPTION:Mobile Screenfest\, the film and photo festival where everything is shot on mobile phones\, will be making Australian cinematic history by having the first full screening of ‘Mobile Movies’ in Australian commercial cinema. The Mobile Screenfest International Awards 2011 is a red carpet event where the audience will be able to watch the mobile films\, enjoy the Award presentation (similar to a mobile phone Oscars night)  and vote for the People’s Choice Award. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-mobile-screenfest/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110906 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110911 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110908T103019 LAST-MODIFIED:20110908T103019 UID:27780@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) I Am by Simon Lister DESCRIPTION:Adventuring through many countries of the world\, Simon takes the road less travelled to uncover places not found on the tourism map. With a camera and his Royal Enfield motorbike he rides over the highest mountain roads in the world taking on some of the most extreme conditions. Over the Sahara and through the craziest traffic of India\, on these journeys Simon captures rare glimpses of local culture and its people. 'I Am' is a collection of portraits from the townships of South Africa to the deserts of Morocco and the mountains of Ladakh India. All proceeds from print sales will be donated to SAHAS\, which is a charity organisation based in India that supports women and children affected by AIDS/HIV. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-i-am-by-simon-lister/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110910T090000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110910T130000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110908T102213 LAST-MODIFIED:20110908T102213 UID:27774@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Spit and Polish: Dreamjob 101 DESCRIPTION:Dreamjob 101 will take you through everything you need to know about getting started in design\, from how to prepare when you make initial contact with your potential employer to how to interview successfully and follow up. And then\, in the second half\, you will have the opportunity to interrogate an expert panel from some of Melbourne's major studios on what they're looking for when they hire graduates. The panel includes: Caitlin Thomas (Director\, Zeigler Design); Tim Kotsiakos (Creative Director\, Reactive); Daniel Peterson (Senior Designer\, Fabio Ongorato Design); Donna Reynolds (Account Manager\, Hoyne Design); Tommy Payne (Junior Designer\, Elmwood). LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-spit-and-polish-dreamjob-101/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110928T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110928T210000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110902T115102 LAST-MODIFIED:20110902T115102 UID:27566@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Perspective on Success DESCRIPTION:With over 30 illustrators giving their personal perspective on success\, you'll walk away from this exhibition with greater insight into the meaning of success. Each print on display will be one of a limited edition of two A2 prints. If you want one of these prints you have two options: Choose the artwork you feel the strongest affection with and write the name of the artist and a short personal story about why you connect to that particular artwork on a note. Then pop that note in the box with the heart on it. Write the name of the artist and a dollar value on a note. Then pop that note in the box with the dollar sign on it. After the exhibition the artists will read the connections and choose who gets one print and the other print will go to the person who wrote the highest dollar value. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-perspective-on-success/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110825T091500 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110825T163000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110822T172240 LAST-MODIFIED:20110822T172240 UID:26922@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Sex, Drugs & Helvetica DESCRIPTION:It beats studying accounting\, but being a graphic design student can be tough and it takes major guts to take the step from student to pro and kill it. We reckon there are a bunch of little things that can make a huge difference to your life and design career\, so we have tailor-made a conference: one day for vis-com students\, jam-packed with tips\, tricks and stuff that you just need to know. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-sex-drugs-helvetica/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110824T183000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110824T203000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110819T123359 LAST-MODIFIED:20110819T123359 UID:26740@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Night of Comedy DESCRIPTION:Hosted by The Communications Council\, the Night of Comedy will provide insights on how humour works in different media and how you can best apply it in communications. Featuring Eddie Perfect\, Kate McLennan and Dan Ilic. Image courtesy Toko. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-night-of-comedy/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110913 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110916 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110818T132549 LAST-MODIFIED:20110818T132720 UID:26665@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Visual Impact Image Expo DESCRIPTION:Visual Impact Promotions and Image Expo has combined to showcase to the visual graphics industries\, which include signage\, digital printing\, routing\, awards\, vinyl application\, design\, airbrush\, screen printing\, display solutions and engraving. Tuesday 13 September 10.00am - 5.00pm; Wednesday 14 September 10.00am - 5.00pm and Thursday 15 September 10.00am - 4.00pm. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-visual-impact-image-expo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110913 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110916 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110815T144959 LAST-MODIFIED:20110907T121124 UID:26553@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) PrintCom Expo 2011 DESCRIPTION:The Graphic Arts Services Association of Australia (GASAA) invites you to celebrate the effectiveness of print at the GASAA PrintCom Expo 2011 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Celebrate the effectiveness of print with at 2011's largest southern print event – meet 7\,000+ buyers\, sellers and users of print this event featuring five trade events for print professionals. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-printcom-expo-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110810 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110811 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110810T170018 LAST-MODIFIED:20110810T170018 UID:26317@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Look See DESCRIPTION:This is the second year Look See has come out to Newcastle. Not only does it come along with Look Hear – but it brings the chance to exhibit the work of some inspiring designers and artists in Australia.Featuring Work by: WeBuyYourKids / Bec Winnel / Beci Orpin / Beastman / Numskull / The Hungry Workshop / Zookraft / Mike Watt / Deb / Sarah Larnach / Trevor Dickinson. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-look-see/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110803 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110825 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110810T165225 LAST-MODIFIED:20110810T171201 UID:26309@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Look Hear DESCRIPTION:Described as part-conference\, part-club house and part-playground\, the Look Hear speaker series is held over four Wednesday nights this month (3\, 10\, 17\, 24 August). The art and design scene in Newcastle is given a boost\, as Look Hear involves talks from a selection of hand-picked speakers from the design industry. Look out for Jeremy Wortsman (The Jacky Winter Group)\, Suzanne Boccalatte (Boccalatte)\, Simon and Jenna Hipgrave (The Hungry Workshop) and desktop’s very own editor\, Brendan McKnight\, talking about their inspirations and design industry insights. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-look-hear/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110923 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110927 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110810T163227 LAST-MODIFIED:20110810T163350 UID:26293@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) UTS Sydney International Animation Festival DESCRIPTION:This year’s festival marks an increased focus on the ideas\, craft and processes behind animated filmmaking\, with an engaging program of expert panels\, discussions and student workshops\, along with the annual SIXTY40 Proto-Ninja Prize. Special guests presenting at the festival include award-winning Australian filmmaker Jonathan Nix with his beautiful animated film The Missing Key\, and Australian composer and sound designer Peter Miller\, who worked for two years as sound designer and co-supervising sound editor on the animated epic Rango. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-uts-sydney-international-animation-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110820 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110821 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110805T093403 LAST-MODIFIED:20110805T093403 UID:25948@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Holmesglen Open Day DESCRIPTION:Taking place on all three campuses\, Chadstone\, Moorabbin and Waverley\, Holmesglen Open Day will provide you with the opportunity to: discover new courses; find out about little known or high demand careers; attend information sessions; test your skills at career based activities; explore the facilities; talk to current students and meet the teachers. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-holmesglen-open-day/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110730 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110806 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110803T172955 LAST-MODIFIED:20110803T173039 UID:25820@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Zoë Sadokierski - Type Horses DESCRIPTION:For years\, before computers and phones and i-things took over\, anyone who had anything to say relied on the typewriter to make it happen. This exhibition explores the relationship between famous writers and their ‘work horses’\, shedding light on why these obsolete machines are still revered today. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-zoe-sadokierski-type-horse/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110803 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110809 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110803T171853 LAST-MODIFIED:20110803T171853 UID:25812@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Resistance, Rebellion and Rhetoric DESCRIPTION:'Resistance\, Rebellion and Rhetoric' the photographic installation created by Jared O' Sullivan – lends the viewer his unique gaze\, which looks beyond the cynical recognition of societies evils and revels in its absurdity. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-resistance-rebellion-and-rhetoric/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110818 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110821 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110803T162820 LAST-MODIFIED:20110803T162820 UID:25793@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Matt Taylor Comic book launch DESCRIPTION:Matt Taylor from Sixty40 will launch his new comic book Lars the Last Viking Goes to the End of the World and an exhibition of the original pages. Graphic novelist Pat Grant will officially open the book launch and exhibition\, which runs from 19th to 20th August. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-matt-taylor-comic-book-launch/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110729 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110806 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110803T085241 LAST-MODIFIED:20110803T085241 UID:25745@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Production Line DESCRIPTION:The Production Line is a collection of works by four emerging artists which redefines the notion of affordable and accessible art. Art is admired and enjoyed by most people\, however\, what is considered ‘affordable art’ is plainly unrealistic for many. This group of artists has decided to take action - to have their own exhibition and create real affordable art that is accessible to all levels of income. This exhibition breaks down walls between artists and the high-brow folk who buy their work. This exhibition is a statement that art needs to be affordable and accessible to everyday people\, too. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-production-line/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110804 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110805 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110803T084236 LAST-MODIFIED:20110803T084236 UID:25742@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Lluis Fuzzhound exhibition DESCRIPTION:Over 30 years of caricutures from cartoonist Lluis Fuzzhound. The exhibition will showcase homegrown and international rock 'n' roll\, blues\, country and swing artists from the past and present. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-lluis-fuzzhound-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110722 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110801 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110721T093410 LAST-MODIFIED:20110721T093410 UID:25046@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Gertrude Street Projection Festival DESCRIPTION:As part of the State of Design Festival in Melbourne\, Gertrude Street comes alive at night with a week of projected media. Walk\, ride or drive through the outdoor gallery by night. 24 sites will project moving\, still and installation work where you least expect it. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-gertrude-street-projection-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120327 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120330 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110719T114017 LAST-MODIFIED:20120515T164429 UID:24893@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Circus - Festival of Commercial Creativity DESCRIPTION:The festival will see high calibre international keynotes sharing insights on industry trends\, the APG Battle of Big Thinking\, where diverse minds contest the ‘biggest idea' and the industry’s creative awards\, the AWARD Awards. This year will also see the introduction of a series of master classes focusing on the practical application of specialist areas\, hosted by industry heavyweights.   LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-circus-festival-of-commercial-creativity/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110715T100000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110715T144500 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110712T171657 LAST-MODIFIED:20110712T171657 UID:24432@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Emily Tenzer Santoro workshop DESCRIPTION:Emily Tenzer Santoro\, adjunct instructor at Pratt Institute\, Queens College and New York University and SUN/FIT\, brings her background in anthropology (BA\, Barnard College\, 1984) to the culture of graphic design. This feeds her understanding of the social codes that factor into design projects. Emily will be conducting an interactive workshop for secondary school teachers\, university lecturers\, senior students\, graduates and industry professionals. The workshop will explore concepts\, creative thinking and visualisation. The workshop provides the opportunity to work through a design brief with Emily and to gain insight into her teaching in New York. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-emily-tenzer-santoro-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110723T033000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110723T163000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110712T171139 LAST-MODIFIED:20110719T121119 UID:24428@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) The Gift: Redaction and Decontamination DESCRIPTION:A performance by Slave Pianos on the final day of exhibition Slave Pianos | Punkasila | Pipeline to Oblivion: 3 Projects by Danius Kesminas and Collaborators. The closing day performance will combine theatre\, music and art to activate elements of the exhibition. Featuring actor Richard Piper\, a tesla coil (a high voltage discharge device) and members of Slave Pianos in an execution and musical ultra-reduction of sound works from the avant garde. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-the-gift-redaction-and-decontamination/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110714 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110731 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110712T170236 LAST-MODIFIED:20110712T170236 UID:24422@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) The New Field DESCRIPTION:Stephen Nall and co-directors Adrian Doyle and Joel Gailer invite you to the gallery launch of Dark Horse Experiment. The inaugural exhibition The New Field will open the gallery. Artists include: Matthew Bax\, Nicholas Blowers\, James Clayden\, Luke Cornish (E.L.K.)\, Adrian Doyle\, Geoff Dyer\, Ben Frost\, Drew Funk\, Joel Gailer\, PJ Hickman\, Bruce Hunt\, Andy Hutson\, Aldo Iacobelli\, Tony Irving\, Damon Kowarsky\, Cristina Popovici\, Craig Poore (ADi)\, Pip Ryan\, Andrew Sibley\, Dan Sibley\, Tim Sterling\, Regan Tamanui (HAHA)\, Jason Waterhouse LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-the-new-field/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111002 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110712T165006 LAST-MODIFIED:20110712T165733 UID:24409@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) NICA Melbourne Circus Festival DESCRIPTION:The National Institute of Circus Arts\, NICA\, will present the NICA Melbourne Circus Festival celebrating the work of NICA's alumni and others as part of its 10th anniversary celebrations this year. The week-long festival will feature cabaret style entertainment celebrating the artists who have graduated from NICA since 2001 as well as shows for children during the day LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-nica-melbourne-circus-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110727 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110729 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110712T092754 LAST-MODIFIED:20110712T094654 UID:24296@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Advertising, Marketing and Media Summit DESCRIPTION:Hot Topics include: Establishing a new brand; The art of story telling; Building brand hype; Effective use of brand apps; Brand heritage – The Blundstone story; Who\, what when & where?; The secrets behind powerful brand design; The art of seamless integration; Exploring the campaign cycle and lots more… LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-advertising-marketing-and-media-summit/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110801T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110801T200000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110708T161435 LAST-MODIFIED:20110708T161435 UID:24194@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Designer in Flux - Andrew Ashton DESCRIPTION:As part of Sydney Design 2011\, AGDA NSW presents Andrew Ashton from Studio Pip & Co. in Melbourne. Twelve years ago Ashton left Sydney to turn his first decade of design practice on its head\, with the hope of finding something more than doing work\, making money and moving up. Exploring design practice\, Ashton has put together a dialogue which investigates change\, freedom\, curiosity\, along with other tall stories\, pictures of design outcomes\, half baked manifestos\, tales of excess and assorted heady exaggerations. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-designer-in-flux-andrew-ashton/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110913T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110913T200000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110708T144402 LAST-MODIFIED:20110708T144402 UID:24163@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Printovation Awards 2011 DESCRIPTION:The Printovation Awards have been developed to recognise innovation\, creativity and high quality in print. These awards celebrate and reward Australian print and their innovative print designer client’s  pushing the boundaries of print at a consistently high standard across five categories including wide format\, offset/web\, digital (non-variable)\, digital (variable) and general. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-printovation-awards-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110708T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110709T000000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110707T171251 LAST-MODIFIED:20110708T091447 UID:24064@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Visual Response 05: Woman Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exhibition of 20 works submitted by the Australian INfront community on the theme of 'Woman' in the latest Visual Response competition. The beers are on Tiger\, the works are looking great and it will be our first big event in Melbourne\, so we'd love to meet you all. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-visual-response-05-woman-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110821T100000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110821T160000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110704T132221 LAST-MODIFIED:20110712T165800 UID:23920@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Swinburne Open Day DESCRIPTION:Open Day is your chance to explore our campuses\, learn about the courses we offer and receive the advice you need. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-swinburne-open-day/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110724T100000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110724T170000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110704T102004 LAST-MODIFIED:20110712T165809 UID:23850@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Melbourne Design Market DESCRIPTION:Held twice a year in the car park of Federation Square\, the Melbourne Design Market attracts over 10\,000 to each event over one day. It's about seeing new products\, meeting designers\, having great coffee and food\, listening to great music and mingling with the people of Melbourne who have made this such an outstanding event since 2004. Thumbnail credit: mrkitly.com.au. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-melbourne-design-market/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110701T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110702T000000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110630T155940 LAST-MODIFIED:20110712T165821 UID:23722@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Vol No. 1 - Personality Portfolio DESCRIPTION:The Billy Blue Exhibition; ‘Vol No.1 - Personality Portfolio’ is the first in a series of two exhibitions for 2011. In this exhibition we invite industry to experience an interview narrative that introduces our students. This is not your typical\, portfolio only graduate exhibition. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-vol-no-1-personality-portfolio/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110613 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110623 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110603T145724 LAST-MODIFIED:20110603T145724 UID:22101@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(AUS) AGDA International Speaker Tour DESCRIPTION:AGDA is proud to present Paul Barnes and Christian Schwartz from Commercial Type (commercialtype.com) for the 13th International Speaker Tour. Renowned for their influential typographic design and editorial consultancy\, the pair have worked with clients/projects including The Guardian\, GQ\, Wallpaper* and Condé Nast. Paul and Christian will be speaking at events across Australia\, and also running exclusive workshops in Melbourne and Sydney. Head to AGDA's site to find out when the tour will hit your city.   LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/aus-agda-international-speaker-tour/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110608 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110620 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110603T140712 LAST-MODIFIED:20110603T140712 UID:22095@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Sydney Film Festival DESCRIPTION:Now in its 58th year the Sydney Film Festival is one of the longest running events of its kind in the world\, bringing the best new films from around the world to Sydney. It will feature around 120 premiere screenings\, including brand new features from more than forty countries\, the festival screen shorts\, Australian films\, documentaries and restorations. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-sydney-film-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110602 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110603 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110602T113110 LAST-MODIFIED:20110602T113110 UID:22004@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(QLD) Dreamworld PT.2 by Dylan Quirk DESCRIPTION:Sydney artist Dylan Quirk has exhibited extensively\, working across sculpture\, video\, drawing\, painting and performance. Using his art as a learning curve\, his work is largely focused on the process which created it. Bringing some spectacle to the often serious art world\, Dylan uses a sling shot and balloons to apply paint to canvas. His performance of action painting is not to be missed. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/qld-dreamworld-pt-2-by-dylan-quirk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110531 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110606 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110601T143954 LAST-MODIFIED:20110601T143954 UID:21948@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Into the Woods DESCRIPTION:A collection of illustrations by Adam Oehlers that draw inspiration from classic tales and that of his own creation. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-into-the-woods/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110622 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110702 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110601T143020 LAST-MODIFIED:20110606T161916 UID:21944@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) CODA DESCRIPTION:CODA is National Institute of Circus Arts' (NICA) latest offering of stunning contemporary circus and will transport audiences to a place of memory\, reality and fantasy where past and present collide. CODA features a cast of 23 second-year students mid-way through their Bachelor of Circus Arts Degree. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/21944/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110617 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110620 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110601T101147 LAST-MODIFIED:20110601T165127 UID:21896@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Illustrators Australia A3 Print Show DESCRIPTION:IA members have produced an amazing array of artwork for this group show. Last year's exhibition showcased over 70 images\, and this year's show will prove to be just as diverse. All prints are professionally produced on 300gsm archival watercolour paper\, open editioned\, and available for $125 each with all proceeds going to the artists. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-illustrators-australia-a3-print-show/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110526 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110527 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110526T142937 LAST-MODIFIED:20110526T142937 UID:21388@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(QLD) Rocks and Water DESCRIPTION:A selection of textual photographs based around the kaleidoscope patterns found in water and rocks. After a long period of mutual respect for the other’s work Pedro Ramos and Angus McDiarmid have come together to produce a series of photographs deeply embedded in a nature aesthetic. From sea scapes and rock formations to documenting the people around them engaging in the water that inspires them\, both artists have strong ties to the natural world. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/qld-rocks-and-water/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110616 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110617 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110526T142034 LAST-MODIFIED:20110601T165136 UID:21385@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Up Close DESCRIPTION:A group exhibition to support and celebrate the birth of Colour By Numbers Gallery – a new transitional gallery coming soon to Sydney and Melbourne LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-up-close/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110610 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110611 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110526T135926 LAST-MODIFIED:20110526T135926 UID:21383@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Global Media Ideas ProDay Conference DESCRIPTION:A highlight event for entrepreneurs in the digital media and creative industries sectors\, Global Media Ideas is one day of intense thought leadership featuring the insights and expertise of 16 world-class digital media authorities that you can apply to your creative project or business immediately. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-global-media-ideas-proday-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110610 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110611 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110526T135647 LAST-MODIFIED:20110601T165143 UID:21379@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) XMediaLab: Global Media Ideas DESCRIPTION:A highlight event for entrepreneurs in the digital media and creative industries sectors\, Global Media Ideas is one day of intense thought leadership featuring the insights and expertise of 16 world-class digital media authorities that you can apply to your creative project or business immediately. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-xmedialab-global-media-ideas/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110628 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110629 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110526T134529 LAST-MODIFIED:20110601T165112 UID:21372@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Business in the Social Age DESCRIPTION:While consumer engagement with social media is now well entrenched\, a second wave of social media activity is rippling through Australia as the business community large and small starts to respond to the opportunities and challenges presented by the social age. Join us on 28 June as we aim to help Australian businesses to make more informed decisions about how to use social media channels to engage with consumers. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-business-in-the-social-age/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110511 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110524 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110510T161923 LAST-MODIFIED:20110510T161923 UID:20020@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Amoroso exhibition DESCRIPTION:Sydney comic creator\, illustrator and artist Matt Huynh\, presents the fourth and final show in a series of illustration exhibitions\, coinciding with each season\, that started last June. Amoroso showcases a collection of new mixed media artwork. Opening reception 6pm\, May 12 2011. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-amoroso-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110623 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110624 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110510T160147 LAST-MODIFIED:20110601T165119 UID:20013@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(QLD) The Future of Digital Advertising DESCRIPTION:AIMIA invites you to gain a competitive insight into the future of the digital advertising industry in our Queensland edition of the Future of Digital Advertising. Following an action packed year for digital advertising\, it’s time to turn our attention to the future and what it has in store for us. If you want to learn from industry and business leaders ideas\, views and trends that could shape your own business direction\, then this is an event you must attend. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/qld-the-future-of-digital-advertising/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110529T120000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110529T170000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110510T091933 LAST-MODIFIED:20110601T165153 UID:19879@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Charles St Artists Market DESCRIPTION:The Charles St Artists Market and Workshop is the latest market to hit vibrant Brunswick. This is more than just a market\, it’s a fusion of art and artists coming together getting noticed\, having fun and doing what we do best. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-charles-st-artists-market/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110508 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110516 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110510T084635 LAST-MODIFIED:20110510T084635 UID:19872@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Get Trucked DESCRIPTION:Get Trucked is an annual group exhibition featuring customised trucker caps. artists of different styles and mediums donate their time to create original work on the caps which are then sold with all proceeds going to help raise money for Cancer Awareness. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-get-trucked/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110526 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110527 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110509T171232 LAST-MODIFIED:20110601T165200 UID:19861@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) The Future of Digital Publishing: Measuring, Building and Monetising Digital DESCRIPTION:AIMIA and Publishers Australia join forces to present the Future of Digital Publishing\, a half day seminar in Sydney on May 26 2011. Speakers\, drawn from across the magazine\, news and web publishing sectors\, will discuss how they are preparing for the future. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-the-future-of-digital-publishing-measuring-building-and-monetising-digital/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110510 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110513 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110505T095322 LAST-MODIFIED:20110505T095346 UID:19699@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Nexus Festival DESCRIPTION:The festival will celebrate multiple aspects of visual culture but also address and explore the connections and emerging relationships between them\, providing a fertile ground for cross-pollination\, inspiration and innovation. There will be a gallery exhibition\, screenings\, a book fair\, panel discussions\, master classes\, seminars and innovative performances. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-nexus-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110513 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110514 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110503T155951 LAST-MODIFIED:20110601T165211 UID:19606@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(QLD) Analogue/Digital DESCRIPTION:Analogue/Digital is a regional creative conference which delivers high profile creative leaders to the intimate backdrop of your local nook/cranny. This year’s Sunshine Coast conference features six exceptional speakers from a range of diverse backgrounds\, cultures and creative avenues including: Claudio Kirac: Art Director\, Vaughan Blakey: Editor\, Sofles/ Luke Shirlaw: Graffiti Artists\, Simon Degroot: Fine Artist\, Jeremy Wortsman: Agency DIrector & introducing Matthew O’Brien: Photographer. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/qld-analoguedigital/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110510 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110515 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110502T130045 LAST-MODIFIED:20110502T130052 UID:19464@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Connected DESCRIPTION:Chunky Move return to Sydney Theatre this May with their newest dance work CONNECTED. Teaming up with Californian artist\, Reuben Margolin\, Chunky Move’s Gideon Obarzanek animates both the body and the machine through physical connection between the dancers and Margolin’s purpose-built\, kinetic sculpture. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/connected/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110506 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110509 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110502T123943 LAST-MODIFIED:20110526T134624 UID:19459@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Stop flooding my record collection DESCRIPTION:Stop flooding my record collection is a charity exhibition where artists have created new covers for jazz records salvaged from the Brisbane floods. Join us at Smiley McSlidey to add a special record to your collection and contribute to a great cause. Participating artists: Alan Crowne\, Andrew Fiscalini\, Andrew Kwa\, Bo Stahlman\, Carmela Ruffino\, Catherine Insch\, Celine Paquet\, Corey Silva\, Elizabeth Carruthers\, Eric John Ocson\, French\, Hank & Matlok\, Haw The Hungry Workshop\, Jack Tierney\, Karen Chan\, Kasia Pawlikowski\, Lifelounge\, Marijke Arkley\, Matthew Brown\, Monique Kneepkens\, Michael Tan\, Peter Binek\, Peter Salmon-Lomas\, Reidar Oksavik\, Rudi DeWet\, Shane Loorham\, Simon Buutveld\, Spew Corp\, Trent Hendrick\, Tin & Ed\, Victoria Topping\, Webuyyourkids. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/stop-flooding-my-record-collection/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110527 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110620 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110420T095500 LAST-MODIFIED:20110420T095500 UID:19152@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) John Kelly DESCRIPTION:John Kelly’s work returns again and again to issues of freedom and control. He takes on the establishment and punctures bombast wherever he sees it. Despite his surreal imagery and\, at times\, wacky humour\, issues of control and identity lie at the heart of his work. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-john-kelly/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110417 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110408T162231 LAST-MODIFIED:20110408T162231 UID:18600@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Networks (cells and silos) DESCRIPTION:Networks (cells and silos) explores connections between artistic representations of networks; patterns and structures found in nature; and the rapidly evolving field of network science\, communications and human relations. Presenting the work of Australian and international artists\, the exhibition reflects the organising principles and dynamics of our increasingly networked society. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-networks-cells-and-silos/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110420 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110425 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110408T160145 LAST-MODIFIED:20110429T152520 UID:18593@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Modern Workshop by Daniel Askill DESCRIPTION:Gallery A.S. presents an exhibition of new works by filmmaker and artist\, Daniel Askill. Modern Worship follows Askill’s 2009 exhibition\, Artefacts From The Fifth Ritual\, in a series of works that will culminate in his first long-form film project. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-modern-workshop-by-daniel-askill/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110406 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110418 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110406T171027 LAST-MODIFIED:20110406T171027 UID:18441@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Rethink Refugees DESCRIPTION:Amnesty International will hold an art exhibition entitled Rethink Refugees. Featuring diverse works by established Melbourne artists\, refugees and asylum seekers\, the exhibition will examine the real stories of the people behind the headlines. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-rethink-refugees/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110414T183000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110414T203000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110406T111749 LAST-MODIFIED:20110406T111749 UID:18341@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) AGDA Question Time DESCRIPTION:Every second month\, three AGDA members will be invited to sit beneath the spotlight and be poked and prodded by your questions on all things professional. Seats will be limited to just 20 AGDA members. This month: Tim Kotsiakos - Reactive; Tobie Cameron - A Bit Like This; Tony Prysten - Igloo LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-agda-question-time/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110504T070000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110504T100000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110405T102344 LAST-MODIFIED:20110405T102344 UID:18222@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) agIdeas 2011 Advantage Business Breakfast DESCRIPTION:This business breakfast will present international pioneers from the new frontier of digital connectivity. They will share their insights into the use of experiential technologies\, augmented realities and immersive communications for successfully connecting with customers LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-agideas-2011-advantage-business-breakfast/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110415 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110419 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110331T100219 LAST-MODIFIED:20110331T100307 UID:17984@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Six Years Later Magazine launch and exhibition DESCRIPTION:To celebrate the first issue of the Six Years Later magazine a massive opening night is planned. An exhibition featuring work from contributors\, more work from creatives that have jumped on the Six Years Later bandwagon\, and The Hungry Workshop are bringing its charity exhibition\, 'Queenslake'. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-six-years-later-magazine-launch-and-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110331T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110331T180000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110329T155348 LAST-MODIFIED:20110329T155348 UID:17818@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Little Ease by Joel Dickens DESCRIPTION:This new collection of large scale ‘history paintings’ challenges the viewer to contemplate a range of topics\, from animal rights in China to the tragedy at Christmas Island. Joel’s work is held in private collections both nationally and internationally. He is represented by Arthouse Gallery\, Sydney and Branco Gallerie\, Buenos Aires. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-little-ease-by-joel-dickens/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110325 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110326 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110325T105705 LAST-MODIFIED:20110325T105925 UID:17631@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Welcome Stranger DESCRIPTION:WS010 – an exhibition of recent works accompanied by a live performance from Siberia Records artists. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-welcome-stranger/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110407 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110411 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110324T160013 LAST-MODIFIED:20110328T130510 UID:17602@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Design Needs Less Mercenaries and More Guerrillas DESCRIPTION:Exploring the relationship between social responsibility and business success\, a group of UTS design students have playfully subverted advertising messages in an exhibition of poster prints. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/design-needs-less-mercenaries-and-more-guerrillas/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110502T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110502T190000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110324T131532 LAST-MODIFIED:20110324T131532 UID:17590@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) agIdeas 2011 - In Conversation DESCRIPTION:Be part of the audience for In Conversation for this one-hour public seminar that will reveal the insights and opinions of a panel of four leading designers from diverse design disciplines. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-agideas-2011-in-conversation/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110429 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110502 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110324T125815 LAST-MODIFIED:20110429T152329 UID:17580@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Carbon DESCRIPTION:Between 29 April and 1 May\, Melbourne will play host to Carbon\, an event that brings together some of today’s most interesting creative minds to present\, discuss and share their experiences with local audiences. weareallcarbon.com LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-carbon/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110324T000000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110324T000000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110324T124746 LAST-MODIFIED:20110325T104129 UID:17575@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) PrintEx11 DESCRIPTION:PrintEx11 is Australia’s premier print and design exhibition in 2011 presented by the Graphic Arts Merchants Association of Australia (GAMAA) and the Printing Industries Association of Australia (Printing Industries). LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-printex11/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110506 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110324T122534 LAST-MODIFIED:20110429T151648 UID:17571@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) agIdeas International Design Week 2011 DESCRIPTION:Whether you're a professional or emerging designers\, design student or educator\, an executive in business or government\, or just love keeping up with the latest ideas\, you'll find events organised to meet your needs and interests. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/agideas-international-design-week-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110720 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110801 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110324T121752 LAST-MODIFIED:20110328T153104 UID:17566@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) State of Design DESCRIPTION:Established in 2004\, the State of Design festival is the largest and most innovative design event in Australia and the heart of design thinking and design activity each year. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-state-of-design/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110513 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110516 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110324T115809 LAST-MODIFIED:20110413T142607 UID:17557@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Longing to be knotted together DESCRIPTION:Masked warriors\, savage girls\, iconic objects\, swarming insects and other wild creatures emerge straight out from the jungle in which Mega imagination leads his insatiable artistic struggle. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-longing-to-be-knotted-together/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110321 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110404 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110322T141143 LAST-MODIFIED:20110429T151936 UID:17412@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) BOMBAY SAPPHIRE Design Discovery Award finalist exhibition DESCRIPTION:A chance to admire the re-imagined everyday objects that have made it to the finals\, cast your vote for the People's Choice Award\, sip a few cocktails and chat with members of the design community. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-bombay-sapphire-design-discovery-award-finalist-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110529T100000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110529T170000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110322T140528 LAST-MODIFIED:20110512T091819 UID:17409@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) MARKit DESCRIPTION:For one day\, Federation Square will be transformed into a marketplace where you can get fashion\, jewellery\, homewares and collectibles by 50 of Australia's most coveted independent artists and designers. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-markit/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110922 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110923 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110310T090401 LAST-MODIFIED:20110916T101041 UID:16944@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) 2011 Qantm Create Design Awards DESCRIPTION:Now in its 7th year\, The 2011 Qantm Create Design Awards celebrates Australia's world-class creative industry\, awarding exceptional talent over a vast array of creative fields. For full details visit createawards.com.au.   LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/2011-qantm-create-design-awards/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110416 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110417 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110310T090028 LAST-MODIFIED:20110429T152531 UID:16919@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Spit and Polish: Web Design/ Before you open Photoshop DESCRIPTION:Tim Kotsiakos and Simon Mundy take participants through a series of simple low-fi exercises in a workshop that aims to help designers understand how they can apply their design experience to the unique challenges of web design.   LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/vic-spit-and-polish-web-design-before-you-open-photoshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110414T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110414T210000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110310T085814 LAST-MODIFIED:20110310T085814 UID:16938@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) The Empty Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Get up close and personal with international and Australian artists at this group show and launch party for the 20th issue of Empty magazine. Artists include David Kassan and Nic Plowman.   LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/nsw-the-empty-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110413 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110414 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110303T162011 LAST-MODIFIED:20110304T103820 UID:16682@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Secret Wars Melbourne Grand Final DESCRIPTION:Secret Wars is the world’s premier live art battle and\, after a seven-month series\, it’s Grand Final time. Come and witness two of Melbourne’s artist elite go head-to-head in a ‘winner takes all’ battle. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/secret-wars-melbourne-grand-final/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110317 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110318 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110303T155135 LAST-MODIFIED:20110304T104021 UID:16659@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) DIA GOTYA (Graduate of the Year Awards) DESCRIPTION:The Design Institute of Australia\, Victorian and Tasmanian Graduate of the Year Awards (GOTYA) program seeks to identify and recognise excellence in emerging design graduates. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/dia-victas-gotya-graduate-of-the-year-awards/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110401 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110405 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110303T155034 LAST-MODIFIED:20110304T103944 UID:16667@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Brian Eno: Another Green World DESCRIPTION:ACMI presents the First Look season of Brian Eno: Another Green World. Eno offered filmmaker Nicola Roberts unprecedented access to observe him working in his studio and talking with friends and colleagues. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/brian-eno-another-green-world/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110316T183000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110316T220000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110303T152623 LAST-MODIFIED:20110304T104050 UID:16656@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Secret Wars DESCRIPTION:Witness two of Sydney’s premier street artists batttle it out in the third series of Secret Wars in Australia. Mystery verses Sprinkles. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/secret-wars/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110316 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110322 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110303T145134 LAST-MODIFIED:20110304T104103 UID:16652@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Leap exhibition DESCRIPTION:Canyon is presenting a selection of 40 creative works from its magazine\, Leap. Leap provides a place where Melbourne’s creative community come together to celebrate the wealth and diversity of talent. Four editions have been published\, with a total of 150 submissions. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/leap-exhibition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110314 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110321 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110303T143700 LAST-MODIFIED:20110304T104110 UID:16649@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival DESCRIPTION: 2011 will be a reinvigorated year for the L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival (LMFF)\, with the addition of new events\, exciting international guests and industry forums. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/l%e2%80%99oreal-melbourne-fashion-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110311 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110313 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110303T143418 LAST-MODIFIED:20110304T104146 UID:16645@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(HK) Semi-Permanent Hong Kong DESCRIPTION:Semi-Permanent\, the internationally acclaimed conference for designers and creative people\, will hold its first Asian event in Hong Kong. Speakers include Stefan Sagmeister\, Jeremyville and Danny Yount of Prologue Films. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/semi-permanent-hong-kong/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110311 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110321 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110303T132039 LAST-MODIFIED:20110304T104137 UID:16637@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Chunky Move Connected DESCRIPTION:Choreographer Gideon Obarzanek’s visionary new work is a collaboration between Chunky Move and the incredible talents of US kinetic sculptor Reuben Margolin\, whose work taps into the dazzling mechanics that underpin the most ordinary of nature’s phenomena. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/chunky-move-connected/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110310 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110318 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110303T130350 LAST-MODIFIED:20110304T104255 UID:16631@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Fashion Models on Film DESCRIPTION:Explore the modelling industry from the inner workings of a 1980s agency\, via the supermodels in the 1990s\, through to the state of modelling today. Films include Picture Me: A Model’s Diary\, featuring former teen model Sara Ziff. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/fashion-models-on-film/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110310 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110312 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110303T130101 LAST-MODIFIED:20110304T104238 UID:16629@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Fairy Tales Re-imagined DESCRIPTION:A two-day symposium that will explore how traditional fairy tales are being reworked by visual artists\, filmmakers and popular culture. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/fairy-tales-re-imagined/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110306 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110307 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110303T125728 LAST-MODIFIED:20110304T104349 UID:16625@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(QLD) Friends of Folk Festival DESCRIPTION:A celebration of Brisbane's best artists. All ticket proceeds going to the premiers Disaster Relief Appeal. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/friends-of-folk-festival/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110329 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110330 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110303T110024 LAST-MODIFIED:20110304T104000 UID:16621@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) ASTRA 2011 Conference DESCRIPTION:The subscription television industry’s peak body\, the Australian Subscription Television and Radio Association (ASTRA)\, will host the annual ASTRA 2011 Conference in Sydney. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/astra-2011-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110303 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110304 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110303T104923 LAST-MODIFIED:20110304T104504 UID:16613@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) I love letters DESCRIPTION:Australia meets Europe. A series of new work by Does. Does is a letter magician who takes the everyday letter to a whole new dimension. Originally from the Netherlands and part of the internationally known LoveLetters collective. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/i-love-letters/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110309T183000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110309T213000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110303T103346 LAST-MODIFIED:20110304T104311 UID:16607@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(VIC) Secret Wars: Ken Taylor vs Drew Funk DESCRIPTION:Witness two of Melbourne’s premier street artists batttle it out in the second series of Secret Wars in Australia. Ken Taylor versus Drew Funk. Battle starts at 8.30pm. Tickets available through moshtix.com.au. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/secret-wars-melbourne-ken-taylor-vs-drew-funk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110305T180000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110305T200000 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110303T100500 LAST-MODIFIED:20110304T104412 UID:16590@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(WA) John Gerrard Illustrated lecture DESCRIPTION: Join acclaimed Irish artist John Gerrard as he presents an illustrated lecture that surveys his significant career to date. Accompanying Gerrard’s solo exhibition at PICA (Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts)\, and in his first visit to Australia. Thumbnail: John Gerrard. Photo: Mark Glassner. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/john-gerrard-illustrated-lecture/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110304 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110320 DTSTAMP:20130620T055850 CREATED:20110303T095504 LAST-MODIFIED:20110304T104441 UID:16587@http://desktopmag.com.au SUMMARY:(NSW) Turns of Speech and Figures of Phrase DESCRIPTION: MaricorMaricar will be presenting Sewn and stitched\, ‘Turns of Speech and Figures of Phrase’ a typographic mixtape of lyrics borrowed from a line up of bands featuring Blondie\, Paul Simon and Pavement. LOCATION:Level 3, 2, Lacey St, Surry Hills URL:http://desktopmag.com.au/event/turns-of-speech-and-figures-of-phrase/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR