Where Ends Meet is not about beginnings or endings, but the things in between.
The exhibition features 50 new art pieces by Fikaris and 100 interpretations of his character – ‘The Worker’ – by artists from all over the world, as part of the collective Human Work (book) project.
Come and explore the themes of human connection through an array of drawings, paintings, printmaking and artists books and get involved by adding your own interpretation to the exhibition.
Dates: 9 December to 28 January 2025
Opening Hours:
Monday-Friday: 8:30am to 5pm
Closed on public holidays.
Location: Carlisle Street Arts Space, St Kilda Town Hall – 99A Carlisle Street, St Kilda Vic 3182
Public Programs:
Less is More: The Art of Creating a Character Workshop
Join Fikaris- mural painter, comic artist and drawing enthusiast in this free two hour group workshop. Be guided through a set of drawing exercises to help develop characters that are simple, effective and carry emotion.
No experience necessary, all materials provided.
Best for ages 10+
When: Saturday 11 January 2025, 1-3pm
Where: Carlisle St. Art Space
Book here: https://www.trybooking.com/CXOWZ
Artist in Conversation & Closing Party
Join Michael Fikaris and fellow artists in conversation at the closing event of Where Ends Meet.
Hear from Fikaris and artists that have participated in the ‘Human Work’ project, as they discuss the evolution of this project, collaborative art making, multi-disciplinary practices from the gallery to street art, print and zine making, and more.
You’ll also have the opportunity to see the exhibition in it’s final stages of community participation, alongside the launch of a new mural by Fikaris nearby on Chapel St.
When: Friday 24 January, 6-8pm
Where: Carlisle St. Art Space
RSVP here: https://www.trybooking.com/CXOXC
For more information, visit the website at www.portphillip.vic.gov.au/csas
Image Credit: Michael Fikaris
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