2014 School Magazine

ART WALKS 2014 has been a particularly enriching and successful year for BGGS Art Walks with a committed and enthusiastic group of walkers. Semester One focused on the art galleries of Fortitude Valley. In March, we toured three exhibitions of contemporary painting by Australian painters Wendy Sharpe, Richard Dunlop and Lewis Miller at Philip Bacon, Jan Murphy and Heiser Galleries, where we were made most welcome. We even happened to meet Wendy Sharpe and Lewis Miller, both Archibald prize winning artists. Term II saw us return to the same gallery precinct to see a new series of shows. On exhibition at Philip Bacon Gallery were the works of the late Margaret Olley; at Jan Murphy Gallery an exhibition by Monica Rohan; and at Heiser Gallery, the works of sculptor and painter Robert Jacks.

CALLIGRAPHY CELINE LAU (12W) AND MARIANA SEGARAM (12W) CALLIGRAPHY CLUB LEADERS 2014 Since its emergence back in the twenty-eighth century B.C, the Japanese art of Shodo — or as we more commonly know it, calligraphy — has played an important role in shaping the culture and history of Japan. Here at BGGS, we are lucky to have created our own connection to this beautiful art form through the establishment of Calligraphy Club in 2000. Every Thursday from 3.30 to 4.30 pm, students from both Brisbane Grammar and Girls Grammar are taught by our esteemed calligrapher and Ninth Dan Calligraphy Judge Kojima-Sensei along with his wife Fumiko-Sensei, who was also promoted to the rank of Ninth Dan this year. Guided by their wisdom and expertise, students develop their calligraphy skills and learn to enhance their writing, which is usually performed on rice paper with ink and brushes. This year, not only have we been perfecting our writing of traditional characters, but we have also been honing our skills in the art of Sumi-e, a form of classical ink painting. No prior experience is necessary, so come along if you’re interested and try something new! ■

During Term III we returned to GoMA in South Bank, to catch the Harvest exhibition. This exhibition featured works from the Gallery’s collection including still lifes from the seventeenth century to dramatic large scale installations, with a meaningful commentary linking the works to the history of food and issues surrounding food production. ■

ANIME YEE-MUN GOH (12R)

One of the youngest cultural clubs at the School, the Anime Club consists of students of all year levels, personalities and Houses who come together to watch, share and discuss the Japanese pop culture of Anime which is Japanese cartoon animation. Held every Friday lunchtime in the Studio, members decide on a new series each term through popular vote. This year‘s titles included the movies, Omae wa Umasou, Ano Hana and Haikyuu . Alongside our regular screening, members are also able to participate in other events such as our annual drawing competition and joint cosplay (costume play) photo-shoot with the Photography Club. Any girls who may have recently unearthed an interest in Anime, or simply wish to watch an Anime series on the big screen with their friends, are welcome to pop in next year.

No knowledge of the Japanese language is required. Supported by our coordinator Ms Jans, who also shares a passion for Anime, we strive to make Friday lunchtimes a unique and animated experience. ■

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