Alana McVeigh

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"Beauty finds its finest expression in static forms, in which a fragment of action or movement finds equilibrium and repose, and for which simplicity of expression is more suitable than a wealth of detail". Umberto Eco

My work examines the simplicity of form, a sense of stillness and an enquiry into aesthetics. Within my quest to identify notions of particular aesthetics and beauty, I examine the rich history, classical standards and aesthetic sensibility inherent within some Eastern cultures. I have chosen porcelain as my main medium for its superior qualities of translucency, and pure white colour. These qualities enhance the aesthetic qualities and sensory associations I am striving to achieve within my work.

Biography

Education

[2008] Curtin University of Technology Perth WA
Master of Art (Art) (With Distinction)
[2006] Curtin University of Technology Perth WA
Honours (Art) (1st Class)
[2004] Curtin University of Technology Perth WA
Bachelor of Art (Art)
 Visual Culture
 Visual Research
 Ceramics
 Drawing
 Painting
 Photography
 Sculpture
[2001] School of Art & Design
Central Metropolitan College TAFE Perth WA
Advanced Diploma of Art and Design
 Visual Culture
 Ceramic Multiple-Production Strategies
 Ceramic Sculpture Workshop
 Drawing
 Painting
 Print Making
 Professional Practice
 Sculpture: Public Art
 Sculpture: Transformation and Metaphor
[1999] West Coast College of TAFE Perth WA
Diploma
 Art History
 Ceramics
 Design
 Drawing
 Sculpture
 Studio Marketing
Professional
experience
[ 2007 current ] Curtin University of Technology Perth WA
Lecturer
 Visual Research 291 & 391, 292 & 392
 Studio Ceramics 292 & 391, 292 & 392
 Studio Ceramics 191 & 192
[2007 ] Curtin University of Technology Perth WA
Graduate in Residence
[ 2007 ] Kalamunda Senior High School WA
Gifted and Talented Education Kalamunda WA
Tutor/Teacher
 Teaching all aspects of ceramic sculpture
[ 2006 Sept ] Ceramic Arts Association WA
Edith Cowan University Mt Lawley Perth WA
Guest Speaker
 Sydney Ceramic Conference
[2009] Ceramics and Private Enterprise
 Verge Inspirations
[2006] Verge National Ceramic Conference
Guest Speaker
 Group Enterprise and Marketing
Demonstrator Large scale form

[2004-2007 ] Tresillian Community Centre Nedlands WA
Tutor/Teacher
 Teaching all aspects of ceramics
[ 2004-2006 ] Clay Play Pty Perth WA
Tutor/Teacher
Teaching clay sculpture
[ 2002 ] Australian Embassy Tokyo Japan
Research Assistant
 3 Elements Exhibition
[ 1999 ] Ceramic Arts Association Perth WA
Studio Assistant
 Yuichi Kurosawa

Publications

[ 2006 ] The Journal of Australian Ceramics Issue 45 #3
Angela Mellor, A New Beginning
Professional
memberships
[ 2005 – 2007 ] Clay Feet Exhibiting Group Perth WA
 President
[ 2001 - 2004 ] Clay Feet Exhibiting Group Perth WA
 Secretary
[ 2000 – current ] Ceramic Arts Association Perth WA
 Member
[ 1999 ] Ceramic Arts Association Perth WA
 Student Representative
Awards
[2008] MA Theory Academic Excellence Award
Curtin University of Technology
Perth WA
[2008] MA Studio Academic Excellence Award
Curtin University of Technology
Perth WA
[ 2008 ] Kusnik Award
Ceramic Arts Association of WA
Annual Selective Exhibition 2008
[ 2006 ] New Design 2007 nomination
Object: Australian Centre for Craft and Design
Sydney NSW
[ 2006 ] Honours Studio Academic Achievement Award
Curtin University of Technology Perth WA
[ 2004 -2nd semester ] Dean’s Commendation
Curtin University of Technology Perth WA
[ 2004 -1st semester ] Dean’s Commendation
Curtin University of Technology Perth WA
[ 2003 -2nd semester ] Dean’s Commendation
Curtin University of Technology Perth WA
[ 2003 -1st semester ] Dean’s Commendation
Curtin University of Technology Perth WA

Exhibitions

[2009] New Porcelain Forms
Gallery East (Solo) Fremantle WA
Beyond the Nullarbor
Adagio Gallery Sydney NSW
Objectivity
Emerge Art Space Mt Lawley WA
[2008] MIX
Emerge Art Space Perth WA
The State of the West a ceramic survey
Northbridge WA
[2007] New Porcelain Forms (solo)
Gallery East Fremantle WA
Alined
Emerge Art Space Northbridge WA
Sheep, Wheat and Clay Feet
Clay Feet Exhibiting Group Goomalling WA
[2006] Degree Show
Curtin University of Technology Perth WA
Little Feet
Council House Perth WA
Art In Bloom
Art Gallery of Western Australia Perth WA
Clay Feet Group Show
Neo Gallery Brisbane Qld Emerge ‘06

Emerge Art Space Northbridge WA
Mattereality 2
Moores Building Fremantle WA
Tresilian
Student & Tutors Exhibition Nedlands WA
[ 2005 ] Turning Point
Heathcote Gallery Applecross WA
[ 2004 ] The Barrel Room
Houghton Winery Middle Swan WA
Out Of The Blue
Gorepani Gallery Albany WA
The Road Between
Katanning Gallery Katanning WA
Degree Show
Curtin University of Technology Perth WA
[ 2003 ] Clay Feet On The Walk
Allen’s Walk Bendigo Vic
Slick
Council House Perth W A

Galleries Represented At

Adagio Gallery Sydney NSW
Aspects Perth WA
FORM Perth WA
Fremantle Art Centre Fremantle WA
Newman Art Centre Newman WA
Port Hedland Art Centre Port Hedland WA
Gorepani Gallery Albany WA
Emerge Art Space Northbridge WA
Gallery East East Fremantle
Tamarillo Gallery New Zealand