In search of lei (garlands) for inclusion in Art of the Pacific 26 March – 21 August 2016, an exciting collection display showcasing the amazing arts and diverse cultures of the Pacific, New Zealand and Australia, Simone LeAmon NGV Curator of Contemporary Design and Architecture travelled to New Zealand, Tonga, Samoa and Fiji in December
As part of the 100 Chairs in 100 Days program at RMIT Design HUB, London based artist and designer Martino Gamper led an intensive three-day workshop 7-9 March 2015 with a group of design practitioners and researchers drawn from the local community. Under the collective title of Post Forma, the ‘leaping off’ point for the
Rigg Design Prize 18 September 2015 – 7 February 2016 is the highest accolade for object and furniture design in Australia. The invitational award, formerly the Cicely and Colin Rigg Contemporary Design Award, was established in 1994 to support contemporary craft and design practice in Victoria. In 2015, the new look prize extends to include
Melbourne Now celebrates the latest art, architecture, design, performance and cultural practice to reflect the complex cultural landscape of creative Melbourne. Recognising the role design plays in the city, the National Gallery of Victoria has dedicated one-third of Melbourne Now to design and architecture. Melbourne Now is a collaborative, cross-disciplinary project that has involved staff
Simone is currently working with the NGV curatorial team to deliver the design component of the NGV’s major exhibition for 2013 – ‘Melbourne Now’ opening on the 22 November and running through to 23 March 2014.
Limited Over is a special edition of 100 handmade bangles by artist-designer Simone LeAmon. Individually crafted in two variations: Grubber and Popper Limited Over marks the tenth anniversary of Simone LeAmon’s acclaimed Bowling Arm bangles made from the leather waste of cricket balls. Available in bronze and 316 stainless steel each Limited Over bangle is
A lecture presented by Simone LeAmon to the Australian Decorative and Fine Arts Society. Presenting a collection of 22 items designed between 1985-2012 across the production modes of the one-off collectible, prototype, limited edition and mass production, Simone set the stage for a cultural investigation of contemporary Australian design. Sharing the stories, meaning and messages
Organised by the Design Museum London Unexpected Pleasures is an exhibition of 200 works by Australian and international contemporary jewellers, curated by Susan Cohn, acclaimed Australian jeweller and designer. Currently on show at the National Gallery of Victoria the exhibition examines the conceptual and material boundaries of contemporary jewellery practice. Sitting in the company of
A London Design Museum Touring Exhibition It seems fitting that ten years on Bowling Arm is finally making its official debut in the U.K at the London Design Museum as part of the anticipated exhibition Unexpected Pleasures. Curated by Dr Susan Cohn Unexpected Pleasures explore’s the interconnected relationship between art, craft, design and fashion. Presented
In appreciation of conversations shared with the community of the New York Creative Social Concern Simone LeAmon artist-designer in residence, 2011 Australia Council, Greene Street New York Studio, presents: ROCK-A-BY A New York thank you gift Wednesday, December 14th, 6.00pm – 8.00pm Cappellini NYC Showroom 152 Wooster Street #1 New York, NY Rock-a-by is a
