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Exhibition-When the Carnival is over

27 June, 2008

From August 9 - 31, JME Pool will unveil a number of new works in her SOLO exhibition, ‘When the Carnival is Over".

In this latest exhibition at Seaside Artists Gallery; JME Pool has taken her erstwhile dark memories and blended them with subtle religious symbolism and playful innuendo to form the axis of her unique world. The ‘Carnival’ symbolising the loss of innocence that occurs as the inner child becomes an adult in an often cruel and unfair world.

 

Poster for Blanket Magazine

10 June, 2008

JME's work "The Offering" has been selected for inclusion in Blanket Magazine's "Patchwork" Poster.

This poster features the work of 56 international artists and designers.

Posters are available from Blanket Magazine for just $15 and come beautifully packaged in an oragami fold pouch.

Exhibition- "Juxtaposition"

24 November, 2007

On the 1st of December, 2007 JME Pool will be showing her new works at Bella Art Gallery, Springfield Lakes.

This exhibition is the culmination of 6 months work for JME and will be her last exhibition in a very busy 2007.

For further information or please contact Bella Arts Gallery

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KILN

150 Latrobe Tce

Paddington QLD

 

 

"Nightmare before Christmas "

6 November, 2007

This weekend, JME Pool's work will be featured in the group exhibition "Nightmare Before Christmas" at KILN.

For more information, click on the image below to go to the KILN website

KILN

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Exhibition- "So Fresh"

3 October, 2007

Opening on October 16, JME Pool will be exhibiting new works in the group exhibition "So Fresh" at Paddington Contemporary Fine Art, Sydney.

This exhibition showcases the works of 4 artists who each in their own distinctive style portray the child, and the female form and predicament.

For more information and to view works available, contact Paddington Contemporary Fine Art

 

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across the board

 

Opening: 3rd of August

At: Wallspace Gallery,
25-27 Brisbane St,
Surry Hills, Sydney, Australia

"Across the Board" Art Show

3 August, 2007

JME Pool has been selected as one of 100 artists to participate in the Across the Board Art Show.

This show, with thanks to Amnesia Skateboards, features 100 non-functional skateboard decks recreated as works of art by 100 Australian and international artists.

The show opens on the 3rd of August and runs for one week at Wallspace Gallery, 25-27 Brisbane St, Surry Hills, Sydney, Australia. 100% of all sale proceeds will be donated to the Cancer Council NSW.

Other artists involved in the exhibition include the likes of Ken Done, David Bromley, Anthony Lister, Kill Pixie

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Exhibition- "Vibrant"

4 July, 2007

JME Pool is pleased to announce her participation in the exhibition entitled "Vibrant" at the Basement Gallery, Knoxville, Tennessee.

The exhibition entitled "Vibrant" will feature Australian Artist Jean-Maree Pool, Patrick McDonough of Madison, Wisconsin and Tennessee's Jessica Hill in this 3 person show!

This is an excellent show and The Basement is pleased to be the first to exhibit the works of these artist in Knoxville.

The Opening Reception will be on Friday July 6th from 5-11PM. Please contact Basement Gallery for more information.

 

Blanket Magazine- Feature Story

2 July, 2007

Issue 4 of Blanket Magazine is now out and features an interview with JME Pool in it's second release.
You can download the full magazine or subscribe to Blanket Magazine by cliclicking on the icon on the left.

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'Toy Soldiers'

 

Toy Soldiers Chosen for the Churchie

2 May, 2007

JME Pool's work 'Toy Soldiers has been selected for exhibition at the 'Churchie National Emerging Art Prize'.

The Churchie is a prestigious and highly respected competition, which aims to recognise, expose and promote emerging artists in both the public and commercial arenas. The exhibition has developed a reputation for showing some of the finest work produced by emerging artists.

For more information or to purchace opening night tickets please go to
the Churchie website

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Exhibition- "Four Strokes"

24 April, 2007

On the 5th May 2007 JME Pool is excited to be participating in an exhibition entitled “Four Strokes” at Bella Arts Gallery, Springfield Lakes.

This exhibition will mark the Official Opening of Bella Arts Gallery, located within the newly constructed Spring Lake Metro Complex in Springfield Lakes.  The Gallery represents a mix of established and emerging artists and deals predominately in contemporary Australian art.

For further information or please contact Bella Arts Gallery

 

Eryn Selected for Curvy 4!

20 March, 2007

Each year as part of the Semi-Permanent conference the team behind YEN Magazine (Australia's #1 independent women's magazine) uncovers the world's most exciting female graphic designers and illustrators to be featured in a collectible limited edition book and exhibition series.

The CURVY book and exhibition series is a must for anyone passionate about graphic design and illustration, who wants to be inspired by a new generation of outstanding female talent.

JME Pool is very excited to have had her work, "Eryn", selected by Yen to feature in Curvy 4

For more information or dates and times go to Yen Magazine

 

AvantCard National Distribution

8 March, 2007

On the 14th of March JME Pool's work "Lots of things in the Woods Eat Bunnies" will be released on a national postcard by Avantcard.

The postcard will be available for free through Avantcard displays.

Go to the Avantcard website for more information

 

Bella Arts Gallery Preview

25 January, 2007

Bella Arts Gallery is having a Preview evening on Thursday 25th January 2007 between 6.00pm and 8.00pm

The Preview is part of Delfin's "Month of Fundays" program, and will be a chance to see a taste of the art the Gallery will be showcasing.

Everyone is welcome to come to the Preview evening, no invitation is required. Some light refreshments will be served. For more details, visit www.bella-arts.com.au/news.html

 

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CD Launch :22 December
at: The Zoo

 

 

Hopesmiths Project

The Hopesmith's Project is a group of talented and passionate artists, musicians and businesses working to raise money for Childhood Cancer Support inc. www.clcs.org.au

In order to raise funds for this cause an acoustic cd is being produced featuring the songs of local song writers such as Bobby Flynn and Tyrone Noonan and works of local artists including Jenna Dawkins and JME Pool

The cd launch will be held on the 22nd of December at the Zoo.

Go along to support this worthwhile cause.

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Ladyfest 2006

22-26 November, 2006

Ladyfest Brisbane is a non-profit, community based festival that reflects the skills and interests of women. Originally launched in Washington in 2000, Ladyfest was devised as a platform to showcase, encourage and celebrate the talents of women and girls around the world. Coming to Brisbane for the second time this year in November!

JME Pool has been selected to contribute works to the Lady Fest Art Exhibition- REALising.

The exhibition will be opening on Wednesday 22nd of November at the New Farm Art Stockroom, 172 Merthyr Rd, New Farm

 

 

Artforce Awards

18 October, 2006

One of JME's traffic signal boxes has been selected as a finalist for the annual "Artforce Awards"- recognising excellence in public art.

For further information on the artforce award or the project go to the artforce website

Stay tuned for further details...

 

Changelings Presents
STRANGE WORLDS II

12th October, 2006

Digital Lullaby
An Interactive Showcase of Fashion + Art + Design

Opens: 7.00 p.m
Catwalk commences : 7.30 p.m
Address: MARS LOUNGE- 16 Wentworth Avenue Surry Hills, 2010.

JME- Featured Artist

September 2006

Seaside Artist Gallery

44 Beach Street Kippa Ring

Click here to read an editorial by Raymond Hines,

Founding Director,

Changelings Events Portal

Changelings

25 August 2006

JME will soon have her work displayed in Sydney through the Changelings Arts Portal. Her work will be featured along side some of Sydneys most innovative artists and designers.

Go to www.changelings.com.au for further details

"A time to speak out"

book launch

12 August 2006

Ahimsa House

Featuring new work by JME Pool and other talented artists and performers featured in the book by Ken Green.

4zzz Interview

10 August 2006

with Heidi (32 Flavours)

Commission by Brisbane City Council

June 2006

JME has been commissioned by the Brisbane City Council Artforce Project to paint 10 main roads boxes.

These boxes will feature images typical to JME's work.

Watch out for the freshly painted boxes popping up in the area.

Abused Child Trust Annual Art Exhibition

2-16 June 2006

Opening Night tickets available via the Abused Child Trust website.s worthwhile cause

Bizoo Cover

May 2006

Issue 25 Out Mid/Late May 2006
Available Australia and New Zealand

Pick up a copy or check it out online.


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Australian Gothic Interview

Read the interview with Heidi Millington from Australian Gothic

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Solo Exhibition-'Into the Woods'

March 13-31

Featuring New Works

Exhibition with Bella Arts

28-29 January

Springfield Lake Village

Springfield Lakes

Showing with Gordon Richards, Vincent Ko, Paul Gleave and Tracey Keller

 


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'Issues' exhibition

Here are some photos from the opening night of the 'Issues' exhibition at Gallery Six Nundah, featuring JME and the talented Peter Hanley.

It was a fantastic night and quite successful for the gallery.

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Dolly Did It T-Shirts Available now !!

After a bit of legal red tape courtesy of Dolly Magazine, JME is now launching her limited edition range of T-Shirts featuring Hand-Sewn prints of four of her original works.

JME has a range of 50 shirts in each design and these will never be re-printed.

Designs are: 'Angel' , 'Mary' , 'Lollipop' and 'Things that go Bump'

The shirts are $35 each and available in a wide range of colours and styles.

Please email me for availability