Season's greetings from all of us at Studio A!❤️ As the year comes to a close and the festive season sparkles around us, we’re reflecting on another remarkable year of creativity, connection, and growth for Studio A and our incredible artists. To celebrate, we’re thrilled to share our Impact Statement FY24! 🎉 This snapshot highlights the magnificent achievements of our artists in the past year and the ways in which we are fostering a more equitable and inclusive cultural landscape. None of this would be possible without you. Your unwavering support - whether through purchases, donations, event attendance, or simply cheering us on - fuels our mission and brightens the future for our artists. Thank you for being a vital part of the Studio A community.🫶 If you’d like to help us continue this success in 2025, please consider making a donation today. https://lnkd.in/gHJN2zg3. 🙏 The entire Studio A team wish you a festive season filled with friends, family, laughter and joy! The studio has some VERY exciting projects to launch next year and we can't wait to share them with you! So stay tuned and we will see you in 2025! Event photos: Tanja Bruckner Impact Statement design: Rachel Zhu
About us
Studio A is a social enterprise based in Sydney, Australia that tackles the barriers that artists with intellectual disability face in accessing conventional education, professional development pathways and opportunities needed to be successful and renowned visual artists. The enterprise paves professional pathways for such artists so that they can achieve their artistic and economic aspirations. Studio A supports a variety of artists working within a range of disciplines and thus strategically links Studio A artwork with an equally diverse range of target markets including art, design, craft, and corporate markets. Studio A offers corporate and public companies, as well as private individuals, a number of different services including: - Selling or leasing artwork to be displayed in the home or office. - Licensing artwork for design partnerships and/or collaboration opportunities. - Volunteer opportunities within the Studio A organisation. - Provision of decorative props and design concepts for corporate and private parties and events. - Creative, team-building workshops - Studio A artist-lead lunch-N-Learn sessions and workshops. The Studio A program is structured to operate as a social enterprise, meaning revenue derived from the program’s activities is invested back into the program to increase its artistic and social outcomes. Income derived from the sale and exhibition of artwork directly benefits the artist. Studio A contributes to various personal outcomes for the artists including increased self esteem, increased aspirations for the future, broader social networks and a sense of belonging, increased financial security and improved mental health. More broadly, within the community Studio A reduces stigma associated with people with disabililty and increases diversity and inclusion. Studio A offers the mainstream arts sector access to new artists and new opportunities for unique collaborations.
- Website
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http://www.studioa.org.au
External link for Studio A
- Industry
- Artists and Writers
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Crows Nest, New South Wales
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2016
- Specialties
- Disability, Craft, Visual Art, Disability Art, Bespoke decorations, Art, Social Enterprise, Fine Art, Corporate Art, Design, Lease Artwork, License Artwork, Volunteer Opportunity, and art employment
Locations
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Primary
2 Ernest St
Level 4, Crows Nest Community Centre
Crows Nest, New South Wales 2065, AU
Employees at Studio A
Updates
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Earlier this year gabrielle mordy and Studio A artist Meagan Pelham did a brilliant job with their pitch at The Funding Network Australia Equity & Inclusion event, securing funding for an exciting major project for the studio.👏 Gabrielle shared some insights on the impact of her experience with TFN which you can check out in their recent blog post - 'In conversation with Gabrielle Mordy from Studio A'.
🎨 Creativity knows no limits. At Studio A, artists with intellectual disabilities are breaking boundaries and reshaping the art world. Support through TFN's Equity & Inclusion event in Sydney in May, helped Studio A create a landmark training guide and public art projects, showcasing their talent and vision. gabrielle mordy, Artistic Director, highlights: “Storytelling is critical to the impact we have.” With this momentum, Studio A is set to inspire even more inclusion and creativity in 2025. We look forward to seeing the transformative art and stories Studio A brings to life next year! 🖼️ https://lnkd.in/g8nngRsB 🎁 Still searching for the perfect holiday gift that’s as meaningful as it is beautiful? Discover a stunning collection of visual treasures created by talented Studio A artists. From vibrant prints to unique accessories, each piece is a masterpiece that supports creativity and inclusivity. https://lnkd.in/gdF-cd5x #EquityAndInclusion #TFNImpact #TFNAlumni
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OPEN STUDIO good times!❤️ Last week, we threw open the studio doors for a series of fun and festive events, welcoming guests to explore our creative space, connect with our artists, and shop from the spectacular Studio A collection.🎄✨ A warm thank you to our specials guests Studio A Chair John McCabe, Tim James, Felicity Wilson MP, North Sydney Council Mayor Zoë Baker and Studio A board member Ross Rudesch Harley AM for officiating the events. As well as Board Directors Deborah Ely and Lindsay Clement-Meehan who joined us in launch Studio A's 2025 Artistic Program.🎉 Cheers to our wonderful beverage sponsors P&V Wine Merchants, The Grifter Brewing Co. and Pals for making the festivities suitably bubbly and delicious!🥂 It was a joy to celebrate the year and look ahead to an exciting 2025 with our incredible community. In the words of the imitable Catherine McGuiness, "Thank you for coming. And thank you for stopping by."💗 Photos by Tanja Bruckner
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Make this season merry, bright, and meaningful with unique gifts from Studio A. We’ve created a Good Gift Guide packed with affordable pressie ideas - each one thoughtfully designed and crafted by Studio A artists. 🎨✨ From festive artworks like Catherine McGuiness’ cheerful 'Flowers in a Pot with Christmas Presents' to hand-made treasures that spread joy, there’s something for everyone on your list.🎄 Why Choose Studio A? When you buy from Studio A, you’re not just gifting, you’re empowering artists with intellectual disability and enriching Australia’s cultural life with diverse, vibrant voices. Now that’s what we call good gifting! Find all the below items and more on the Studio A Art Store - https://lnkd.in/gdF-cd5x. Explore the guide and celebrate the season with beautiful and impactful giving! 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱 $𝟰𝟬 & 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗲𝘀! 1. Pink Penguin felt puppet - $34 2. Moby Dick graphic novel - $40 3. Ice Cream Faces notebook - $15 4. Night Blossom gift tag set- $12 5. Blue Whale felt puppet - $36 6. Madame Witch Tarot Cards - $32 7. Koala & Emu tea towel - $35 8. Ginger Megs Parrot notebook - $15 𝗘𝘅𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗴𝗶𝗳𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 $𝟴𝟬 & 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿! 1. Night Blossom dinner plate - $80 2. Hot Pink Koala tote bag - $54 3. Tinkerbell tea towel - $50 4. Studio A t-shirt in Camel - $45 5. Love Love Flowers tea towel - $50 6. Night Blossom napkin ring - $49 7. Opera House tote bag - $54 8. Night Blossom bowl - $75 𝗢𝗻𝗲-𝗼𝗳-𝗮-𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀, $𝟯𝟬𝟬 & 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿; 1. Waterlily's Garden by Annette Galstaun - $290 2. Hand painted Vases by Emily Crockford - $240 3. Handwoven table runner by Adam Mandarano - $120 4. Fell in love flowers by Catherine McGuiness - $220 5. Abstract Landscape by Guy Fredericks - $180 6. Glass eye by Thom Roberts - $300 7. Home Sweet Home pillow by Victoria Atkinson - $110 8. Sparkling Squares by Damian Showyin - $300
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🖌️ Stroke of genius: meet the Archibald-finalist artists and team behind Studio A, a social enterprise proudly supported by Westpac Foundation, who are helping those with intellectual disability get recognition and income in the competitive world of art. Wire went behind the scenes of the studio to speak to the artists and CEO gabrielle mordy, a Westpac Social Change Fellow, to learn how they continue to break down barriers to traditional education and employment. 🧑🎨 🎨See the video and story, here: https://lnkd.in/gxz-FriN #WestpacFoundation #WestpacScholars #DoingGoodIsInOurDNA #IDPwD #Community #Impact #employment #socialenterprise
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In celebration of International Day of People with Disability and the incredible achievements of our artists, Studio A presents - Night Blossom: Dinner-Dinner-Lunch! Earlier this year, Catherine McGuiness opened her first solo exhibition, working with guest artist and Night Blossom curator Shan Turner-Carroll to create vibrant large-scale paintings with a glamorous dinner table setting at its centre. Now, Catherine and Shan offer you a seat at their table to dine with them, learn more about their practice, and get the first behind-the-scenes look at everything that went into the creation of Night Blossom. Also, just in time for the gift-giving season, each and every one of Catherine's handmade exhibition ceramics and textiles are now available as part of the limited Night Blossom collection. Find out more on our online store - https://lnkd.in/g3Fpd6xF Catherine and all of us at Studio A hope you have as much fun watching as we had making! "Thank you for coming over to Dinner-Dinner-Lunch... I hope you like it here" - Catherine McGuiness
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Visit Meagan Pelham's shimmering portrait of Isobel Parker Philip when the 2024 Archibald Prize opens this Saturday at Ngununggula!🌙✨ The Southern Highlands Regional Gallery will be hosting the second leg of 2024 Archibald Prize regional tour. Along with Meagan's portrait will be works by fellow Studio A artists, Daniel Kim, Emily Crockford, Thom Roberts and all the other brilliant finalists!👏 Exhibition dates: Saturday 30 November - Monday 27 January 2025!🙌 #MeaganPelham, Highlight in the moonlight, ink, gouache, acrylic, gold and silver foil and glitter spray, 106.5cm x 138.5cm
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JUST LAUNCHED! 🌼Night Blossom🌸 a limited-edition range of art pieces and design products by #CatherineMcGuiness! Available NOW on the Studio A Art Store!🙌 “I love my artworks, and I think it will make people feel happy. I hope people will love it.” – Catherine McGuiness The ceramic pieces and textiles that adorned the centrepiece of Night Blossom, Catherine’s first solo exhibition, are now available to you! Working with Mud Australia Kil.n.it Experimental Ceramics Studio, and Digital Fabrics, Catherine crafted these beautiful pieces for Night Blossom - an exhibition curated by Shan Turner-Carroll at Mosman Art Gallery. These stunning creations - PLUS a few extra design products showcasing Catherine’s gorgeous artwork - are now ready to bring joy to your home!💞 The collection features; 👉 One-of-a-kind exhibition pieces: Hand-painted porcelain plates and bowls, ceramic candelabras and napkin rings. 👉 Limited-edition textiles: cushion covers, wall hangings and napkins featuring Catherine’s vibrant artwork. 👉 Gift-giving essentials: Super special tea towels and gift tags. Explore the limited-edition range exclusively on the Studio A Art Store now!🌟 SHOP - https://hubs.la/Q02Zhn_G0 Photos by Tanja Bruckner and Emilio Cresciani.
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#EmilyCrockford's illustrative talents will be showcased at the upcoming Bus Stop Films Driving Change Summit at Bondi Pavilion!👏 Emily and fellow artist #ThomRoberts were tasked with creating a suite of digital illustrations for the two day event. Kicking off today 18 November - the Disability Employment Summit will elevate and celebrate the people and purpose for driving change in policy, production, attitude and storytelling around disability.🙌 Here we share a peek at a few of Emily's illustrations!👀 1. Untitled (Clapper Icon No.2) 2. Blind Icon No.2 3. Wheelchair Icon No.3
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She's a winner!🌟 Congratulations to Catherine McGuiness for being awarded the Macability Award at the Fisher's Ghost Exhibition for her painting 'Good night tinker bell'!👏 "I won an award for my portrait of Tinker Bell. I am very excited. I was very very in shock. I painted Tinker Bell because I am a great artist. I love fairies. It's Tinker Bell from Peter Pan, she is my favourite because I love her. Guy and me and Gab and Curly we had dinner and drinks and spoke with other artists. Other artists came to say - 'Congratulations Catherine'." - #CatherineMcGuiness And congratulations to all the winners and finalists of the 62nd Fisher's Ghost Art Award! A special mention to our other finalist #GuyFredericks and to Katy (Diesel, according to Thom) B Plummer who took out the Open Award!🎉 The exhibition is open to public at Campbelltown Arts Centre until Friday 6 December. Check it out!