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MAGNET's SILENT AUCTION SNEAK PEEK #2

During his long and stellar career in advertising, photographer JOHN STREET was known for the intricate collage images he created in collaboration with designer SUE TILLEY, featuring plants, fruit and vegetables. (Come to MAGNET to see two terrific examples of their work in our REMEMBERING Fundraiser exhibition.......including a pig created from thin slices of watermelon........!)
In his later years Street returned to collage using flowers, leaves and other natural materials to create most beautiful artworks with a strong Japanese influence. In the last year of his life he worked on some small designs composed of photography, collage and calligraphy in collaboration with DANIEL SILVER at Photonet Fine Art Printing at MAGNET. We have been delighted to receive two of these small works and are offering them in our Silent Auction. We are grateful to the Street family for this generous donation.
Come and place your bids for these unique artworks, among the last ever made by one of the modern greats of photography both here and in London.
Both pictures are printed on exotic handmade papers and framed in simple white acrylic frames.

Peace Duck 1 - image 300 x 235mm, frame 300 x 410mm
Peace Duck 2 - image 430 x 360mm, frame 425 x 530mm

Current bids on both works - $550

YOU'VE GOTTA SEE THIS!

It's only taken her 40-odd years.....but finally here's an exhibition of her 1970s Punk photography by STELLA SALLMAN, Prahran College alumna - and is it ever well worth waiting for!
Immerse yourself in that extraordinary world (or re-immerse if you're old enough) vividly captured by Sallman. After showing examples of her student and current work in the two big Prahran alumni exhibitions of 2025 : "The Basement" at MAPh and "Beyond The Basement" at MAGNET, she's finally stepping out in her own right. Don't miss this - it could be the most exciting show you see this winter. We can't wait!

Mother Nature's beauty comes in many guises - as demonstrated in these sneak peeks today from our REMEMBERING fundraiser exhibition at MAGNET.
Come to the gallery to see 108 more beautiful prints that span the whole gamut of photography. And follow us for more sneak peeks in coming days!

We are raising funds to assist the work of Dementia Australia, the organisation that supports families living with the trials of that heartrending condition, and in memory of MAGNET's founder, MICHAEL SILVER .

Photos:
"Wild Poppies" - Krystal Seigerman
A3+ archival print on Ilford Galerie Pearl paper uneditioned $250

"Ancient Protected Tree at Sundown, Glenlyon" - Sue Jackson
A3+ archival print on Ilford Galerie Pearl paper uneditioned $250

PUTTING THE FUN IN..... our REMEMBERING FUNDRAISER!
Print sales - Silent Auctions - and a RAFFLE. There's something for everyone in MAGNET's current fundraiser exhibition for Dementia Australia, in memory of our beloved founder, Michael Silver!

First prize in the Raffle : winner's choice between two of Michael's best-known photographs - "The Purple Umbrella" 2011 - taken on a wet day in the streets of Paris, framed archival print on Sihl Masterclass Baryta lustre paper
OR his iconic image "Atmosphere" 2005 - taken near West Wyalong, New South Wales moments before the duststorm arrived and was then swamped by the stormclouds overhead. Archival print on canvas. Both prints by Photonet Fine Art Printing at MAGNET.

Second prize: Andrew Chapman's latest book "Fill The Frame" - a wonderful distillation of images from his vast archive from the 1970s onwards.

(Fun fact: Michael and Andrew were travelling together on that day near West Wyalong - Andrew's version of the same scene appears in the book!)

TICKETLESS RAFFLE ENTRY : $20 per number or 3 for $50. Come to the gallery to purchase - or call us on (03)8589 0371 for more details.

The raffle will be drawn at REMEMBERING CLOSING DRINKS (2-4pm) on SUNDAY 28 JUNE. The winners will be notified !

SILENT AUCTION #1
We're so pleased to present the first of our seven prints in our REMEMBERING Silent Auction.
"Champagne Lady" (1/25) is a wonderful portrait of a (doubtless) well-heeled member of The Tavern Club in Chicago by the American photographer, MAGGIE DIAZ.
Wikipedia tells us: "During the 1950s, Diaz became resident photographer at Chicago's famous cultural hub The Tavern Club. The club was founded in 1927 'to encourage the arts, intellectual recreation and good humored interest in life.' Diaz captured images of patrons, dancers and many Jazz greats including the Ramsey Lewis Trio."
This image is certainly one of her best-known from her Chicago period and we're delighted to have been donated this print, the first of a new edition.

To place a bid in the Silent Auction - either come to MAGNET (and enjoy the complete exhibition of over 100 prints in REMEMBERING , our Fundraiser for Dementia Australia) or contact us at the gallery to place a bid by phone : (03 8589 0371) .
Bids close on SUNDAY 28 JUNE at 2.30pm

WERE YOU THERE ON SUNDAY......for the exhilarating Gala Opening of our REMEMBERING Fundraiser? What an afternoon it was - 110 prints on the walls donated by so many generous photographers for us to sell and auction...... A great time was had by all - but the fun hasn't finished yet : REMEMBERING is in the gallery until CLOSING DRINKS on SUNDAY 28 JUNE!
Come and see an absolute feast of photography - purchase a print - bid for a beauty in the SILENT AUCTION (6 unique prints to choose from as well as the first in a new edition of MAGGIE DIAZ favourite "Champagne Lady" (1/25). If you missed out buying in the previous (smaller) edition - now's your chance!
And buy a number in our Ticketless Raffle to win (1sr prize) your choice of MICHAEL SILVER prints or (2nd prize) ANDREW CHAPMAN'S wonderful new book "Fill The Frame". Something for everyone at MAGNET dear friends!

Today's Sneak Peeks indicate the variety of work on the walls - come on in to see 108 more!
MAGNET is open 10am-4pm Tuesday - Friday and 11am-4pm Saturday and Sunday

Photos:
"Inside the hand of God" - Richard Harris Framed print (1 only) $350
"Drive In Sunrise" 1/3 - Peter Kelly Archival print unframed $250

Darwin-based photographer DAVID HANCOCK has sent us so many wonderful images of the Top End over the years - and his offerings in our REMEMBERING Fundraiser are no exception. What are the words for this birdlife action pic? Exhilaration, aggression, wild enthusiasm? Come and see it on Sunday at the Opening of REMEMBERING - and, go on - purchase a print!

Photo : "Egrets at Fogg Dam, Northern Territory" - David Hancock. Uneditioned A2 archival print $250, unframed.

Friends, the inpouring of prints from generous photographers has overwhelmed our ability to get them all up the walls by the close of play today........ So tomorrow's Preview day will look a bit like a work in progress as we hasten to complete everything. You're still most welcome to come in and preview......you might even get roped in to help!!
Meanwhile, today's Sneak Peek is a stunner - Vitality, aggression, theatricality..... Michael Jackson in action - don't miss this one!

Photo : Michael Jackson MCG 2009 - Bill McAuley A3+ archival print uneditioned $250

Sneak peek #4
This exquisite, serene print of Japanese life by JEFF MOORFOOT is a highlight of our REMEMBERING Fundraiser exhibition. Beautifully framed in natural wood to enhance the sublety of the monochrome image, this is a most generous donation from such a significant photographer! A great opportunity for collectors here.

Photo - "Strolling" - Jeff Moorfoot 2/5. One only framed print available. $550

Sneak Peek #3
Two marvellously contrasting images today as we sneakily peek into the REMEMBERING exhibition, fundraising for DEMENTIA AUSTRALIA opening next Sunday (14 June) at MAGNET!
BE THERE on the day to see all the other 90+ photographs donated for this huge event - prints to purchase - prints to bid for - prints to win in the (ticketless) raffle!
Plus BIRTHDAY CAKE for Susanne's birthday, what's more!
Bring friends.....bring fat wallets........let's raise lots of $$ for a very worthy organisation in Michael Silver's final project! In memory of Michael.

Photos:
"Fire Lines" - Leigh Carbines A3+ archival print 1/10 $250
"It Was A Great Party" - Stella Sallman A3+ archival print 1/5 $250

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