DRAW Space opening feat. Locust Jones / MAGIC SAUCE
DRAW Space is a new artist-run-initiative on Enmore Road. It provides a platform to make, see and experience contemporary drawing. Working with a broad definition of what drawing is, the space encourages continued research and exploration of what it can be. As a new centre for contemporary drawing, it aims, through exhibitions, performances, workshops, artist talks and residencies, to engage more closely with the broader community, expand understanding of what drawing is and enhance the standing of drawing in an Australian and international art context. DRAW Space is an inclusive community and advocates for greater diversity and representation in the arts.
The opening exhibition features three large performance drawings created by Locust Jones.
Artist Bio
Born in Christchurch, New Zealand, Locust Jones currently lives and works on Darug and Gundungurra Country (Blue Mountains), Australia. In 2010, Locust completed a Masters of Visual Arts at Sydney College of the Arts (Sydney University) where in 1993 he completed an undergraduate degree in Print Media.
Since graduating, Locust has held over 25 solo exhibitions within Australia and internationally. These include exhibitions with David Krut Projects, New York; Galerie Patrick Ebensperger, Berlin; Christchurch Art Gallery; and Bathurst Regional Art Gallery, NSW.
Locust has participated in numerous museum exhibitions including: Art Gallery of South Australia, Heidi Museum of Modern Art, Melbourne and Museum of Contemporary Art, Sydney.
His work is held in major public collections including: Art Gallery of New South Wales; Art Gallery of South Australia; Artbank; Bathurst Regional Art Gallery; National Gallery of Victoria; Australian War Memorial; Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, New Zealand; James Wallace Trust, Auckland, New Zealand; National Gallery of Australia; Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery; Kunstwerk Museum; Collection of Peter W. and Alison Klein, Stuttgart, Germany and the Shepparton Art Museum.
Locust Jones is represented by DOMINIK MERSCH GALLERY, Sydney.
Upcoming shows and workshops
Locust Jones' Performative Drawing work can be seen at DRAW Space, Thursday 1 June – Sunday 2 July 2023, 31A Enmore Road, Newtown.
Locust Jones will next be exhibiting at Sydenham International with Justin Trendall – opening night Saturday 10 June, 3-5pm.
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