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REJECTS FROM THE ARCHIBALD WYNNE & SULMAN – The Real Refuses Artists’ Talk Saturday 30th May 4pm

Real Refuses Show 2026`

Real Refuses: ARTISTS’ TALK

SATURDAY 30TH MAY @ 4 PM

Join us and the artists for an afternoon of Talks by the artists, pleasant company and conversations.

Thursday 21st May marked the 31st Anniversary of Australia’s largest Art “non” Event – Real Refuses -where artists not selected for the ARCHIBALD, WYNNE, SULMAN Art Prizes exhibit their work at TAP Gallery in Surry Hlls to win the popular “People’s Choice Award”, selected by the public on the night.

Real Refuses has become firmly established as part of the “Archibald Season”.

While it is an exhibition of rejected artwork, it is much more than that…

It is about giving a fair go to all the artists involved in Australia’s largest art events.

Not everyone can win an Archibald but here everyone can exhibit along side their peers. (You’ll find past winners of Australia’s biggest art prizes here as well!)

An extraordinary range of subjects have been shown, from musicians, actors, politicians including the NSW Premier, Mayor of Willoughby, Anthony Mundeen, Tony Abbott, Leo Sawyer, the then Prime Minister John Howard, Madame Lash, Elizabeth Cummings, Professor Bruce James Brew, and Jaiwei, (a winner of the Sulman.)

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY MEL W & CO

ON VIEW 19- 31 May, 12-6pm Daily

CONTACT: Lesley Dimmick, TAP GALLERY on 0400610440.

TAP Gallery: tapgallery.org.au
Youtube: TAP TV – @TapGallerySydney
Instagram: @tapgallery and #tapgallery
Email: info@tapgallery.org.au * Telephone: 0400610440 .
Level 1, 259 Riley St, Surry Hills NSW 2010

Real Refuses Show 2026

By admin, 6 monthsApril 17, 2026 ago

WINNERS OF THE PYRMONT ART PRIZE at Pirrama Park to be announced on SATURDAY 30 May at 4 PM

Pyrmont Art Prize 2026

ANNOUNCING THE PYRMONT ART PRIZE 2026

WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON SATURDAY 30TH MAY @ 4 PM IN TAP GALLERY

SAT & SUN 23^rd & 24TH MAY 11-5 PM.

Pyrmont Food and Wine Festival

is 2 days of Art, Food, Wine and Live Music at
Pirrama Park, Pyrmont.

ENTRY FORMS WILL BE AVAILABLE WHEN YOU DELIVER YOUR WORK TO TAP GALLERY

IF YOU WISH TO PRE REGISTER ONLINE:

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/calling-artists-to-enter-the-pyrmont-art-prize-tickets-1987115516000?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

There will be ART CLASSES 2PM both days

BUSINESS IN THE PENINSULA PRESENTS

THE 2026 PYRMONT FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL

Sydneysiders, it’s time to dust off your picnic rugs and grab your mates—Pyrmont Festival is back for 2026! Mark your calendars for 23-24 May as Pirrama Park transforms into a buzzing hub of gourmet delights, award-winning wines, craft beers, gin, cocktails and live entertainment, all set against the stunning backdrop of Sydney Harbour.

The Pyrmont Festival is a festival celebrating food, wine and art, which includes the 2-Day food and wine event. The festival is a community-run event which fosters a strong connection with the country and the city. This year we celebrate the 14th Pyrmont Festival. We welcome all parts of the community to be part of this important festival.

✅ Free entry – everyone in the community is welcome

🍷 Wineries from NSW wine regions

🍻 Local breweries and distilleries

🍔 Local food trucks

🎵 Free live entertainment from local musicians & artists

❤️ Family and first date friendly

🤸 Kids zone

🎨 Art classes

📚 Food and wine courses

♿ Accessible access to all parts of the park

By admin, 7 monthsMarch 19, 2026 ago

KRIS HADES April 1-4 Art Exhibition. drinks wed 1st April 6pm.

Kris Hades Art Exhibition

Kriss Hades has established himself as a solo artist, producing an album of noise and dark ambience in 2002. He also maintains a parallel career as an underground illustration artist

INTERVIEW BEAT

What’s the story of Rev Kriss Hades – what’s been happening ?

“I’ve been to hospital and become an alcoholic. I’ve been to Moscow and I’m a surrealist now. Always been a surrealist, actually.”

So first, up what’s the deal with the name? Are you a real Reverend? How’s that even work? What sort of church would that be for anyways?

“That’s a good question. It’s a real church. And I ain’t a real Reverend. I cannot reveal the identity of this church other than that the purpose of the church is for beautiful women and girls to wear black while going to funerals. Not necessarily gothic clothing, but they must congregate themselves before the high priest, which is myself.”

What’s the story of Rev Kriss Hades – what’s been happening since Sadistik Exekution?

“I’ve been to hospital and become an alcoholic. I’ve been to Moscow and I’m a surrealist now. Always been a surrealist, actually.”

Your music encompasses a wide range of genres and influences within black metal. What is the most important element included in your music?

“ The word genre is shit. The other word I hate is… well, actually, I blocked that word out, I hate it that much. Oh, I remember now. AESTHETIC. I HATE THAT WORD!”

Your live shows are said to be nothing short of dynamically crazed. What do they

typically involve?

“Has anyone seen Get Smart when they drop acid, when they’re full on tripping because they put a gigantic acid trip in the water supply? That’s what I’m trying to recreate; Get Smart with added chaos. ”

What’s the vibe you’re trying to impart at the live show? What’s all this about an imperious, vampiric presence we hear about?

“Dr Fibes.”

In term of your music , what’s the most important aspect that you want people to walk away with?

“Professionalism, and a hard on. Or\no, not that. Give us some cash and we’ll do our best to play well. Otherwise, we’ll put a curse on you. We’re like a gypsies in that sense.”

What, do you believe, is the allure of black metal?

“The T-shirts.”

Kris Hades Art Exhibition

By admin, 8 monthsMarch 4, 2026 ago

Sydney Actors Playhouse - Anatomy of a Scene - TAP Gallery6

Anatomy of a Scene Tuesday 24th Feb 7pm

Anatomy of a Scene February 2026

Anatomy of a Scene

A live showcase/workshop with Mike Booth & the Sydney Actors Playhouse Scene Class
Tuesday 24 February
7:00pm
Tap Gallery, Surry Hills
$15 tickets
Booking link: https://www.trybooking.com/DJPJF

Anatomy of a Scene February 2026

By admin, 8 monthsFebruary 17, 2026 ago

Inviting Women Artists to submit artwork for the INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY ART PRIZE. Presentations Sat 7th March 5pm. All welcome to attend.

GET INVOLVED WITH IWD 2026

Rock Chikz – The Songs Performed by Vee Malnar and Ann Brita Nilsson

GUEST SPEAKER

MICHELLE LEE

🥇First Australian woman to row ANY ocean solo, non-stop and unassisted in 2018, thanks to the Atlantic ocean row. 3,000miles, 68 days. 🥇Fastest woman in the world to row 1 million metres (1,000kms) on a concept 2 indoor rowing machine (same one she used to learn how to row). 🥇First woman in the world to row the Pacific Ocean Solo, non-stop and unassisted. 🥇First Australian woman to row the Atlantic Ocean solo, non-stop and unassisted. Her story is a symphony of courage, resilience and unwavering belief. A testament to the human spirit and the thrill of chasing horizons. Welcome to the one and only Michelle Lee.

Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that’s diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge gender equality. Get ready for #IWD2026.

International Women’s Day (IWD) has been around for over a hundred years, as have many of the issues still impacting women’s advancement. Since 1911, IWD belongs to all who care about gender equality. Celebrate women’s achievement. Raise awareness about discrimination. Take action to forge gender parity. All IWD activity is valid, that’s what makes IWD so inclusive. Collaboration is key to advancing gender equality IWD is a global movement powered by collective effort. Looking to explore a potential collaboration? Get in touch.

International Women’s Day is powered by the collective efforts of all. Collective action and shared ownership for driving gender parity is what makes International Women’s Day impactful. Gloria Steinem, world-renowned feminist, journalist and activist reportedly once explained “The story of women’s struggle for equality belongs to no single feminist nor to any one organization but to the collective efforts of all who care about human rights.” So make International Women’s Day your day and do what you can to truly make a positive difference for women.

THERE WILL BE A JUDGES AWARD

Judged by

Jennifer Rose John

CEO, Co-Founder

FLYING KITE STUDIOS

A PEOPLES CHOICE AWARD

judged by the attending public

PRESENTED ON THE NIGHT

By admin, 10 monthsJanuary 15, 2026 ago

JAN SNOWDON 15 – 21 DECEMBER. Meet the artist Saturday 20th 4pm

Jan Snowdon Painting Exhibition

JAN SNOWDON

Jan Snowdon is often a protest artist having been involved in feminism, gay politics and ecology issues. She has also painted landscapes and life drawing. She has worked in the area of painting, printmaking and ceramics.

CURRICULUM VITAE

date of birth 08/08/1951 snowdonarts@hotmail.com mobile 0419425508

Perth Western Australia Australian nationality

Education; Harrison Barrow Girls’ Grammar School –Birmingham United Kingdom 1961-1969

General Certificates of Education;’

‘O’ levels –English ,French,Music ,Art,General knowledge paper 5 subjects.’A’ level in Art.

The Slade School of Fine Art 1969-1973 Diploma in Fine Art.

Further Education; Etching at Malvern College Worcestershire and Sydney College of the arts.

Printmaking member at Leicester print workshop.

Sign-writing at Tafe Ultimo Sydney,worked self employed painting specials boards

New Enterprise Allowance scheme and Diploma in Micro finance taken in Brisbane .Running Art,sign-writing

recycled wood framing business 2012-2013.Prints and paintings sold in Markets.

Mural painting with Treasures of the Tweed Murwillumbah 2011-2012.

1973-1980 continued to work as an artist taking part time work in London

1984-5 Mural painting with Community Service Volunteers in Islington London

Exhibitions;

1983 One person show as part of Women Live festival London

1987 Laing art regional finalist ,exhibited Birmingham

1987-9 Exhibiting with the Festival and Terrace artists at Malvern Wintergardens where I had various solo shows

Oxford Photography ‘Time’

1998 Balcony Café Worcester city Art Gallery

1999 Leicester City Gallery Christmas show

2003 Finalist in The Portia Geach Sydney Australia

2009 Tap Gallery Sydney one person and group shows

2012 Solo and group shows at Community Printmakers Murwilumbah

1999,2001,2003,Murwillumbah and Tweed Art Gallery ,printmakers Biennial shows

2015 Murwillumbah Library Solo show

2014,2016 Caldera Art Gallery as part of Tweed river festival and Caldera Art.

2015 Art Galleries Europe exhibitions in London and Paris

2012-2013 Tweed Valley Artists Group Gallery in Tyalgum Hall work shown and sold.

TAP Gallery: tapgallery.org.au
Youtube: TAP TV – @TapGallerySydney
Instagram: @tapgallery and #tapgallery
Email: info@tapgallery.org.au * Telephone: 0400610440 .