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MADE ON THE LEFT was founded in 2008 by independent designers to support Western Australian creative talent. We hold bi-annual handmade craft markets to showcase local designers.

Being on the left hand side of Australia no longer

means you'll be at a disadvantage.

Our aim is to support all creative designers and events showcasing independent labels. MOTL is a not-for-profit, non-partisan organisation. You may wonder why we promote other markets besides MOTL; it’s because it’s not about us, its about you; the buyers and sellers of indie wares. Here at the blog, you’ll discover up to date information about our latest market, the low-down on some of Perth’s emerging talents, other opportunities for artists and designers and a little bit of fun stuff too. It’s all right here… welcome!

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Friday, June 8

PCP Photography Workshop Series applications open




Table Talks
is a new Perth Centre for Photography initiative containing a series of 4 artist talks and fortnightly interactive workshops set to inspire young photographers to develop their art practice and make invaluable connections within the Perth art scene.

Running from 4th July through to 31st October, 2012, Perth Centre for Photography will be hosting fortnightly workshops to a group of 15 local photomedia based artists who will be invited to show and discuss their work. On a Monthly basis where workshops and artist talks coincide, the guest artists will attend the workshop prompting discussion and allowing Table Talks members to gain invaluable feedback from industry professionals.

Guest lecturers will include: 

  • Dr Juha Tolonen (incredible urban landscape photographer)
  • Claire Martin (Photojournalist - had a show 'Slab City' in foto freo 2 years ago which put her firmly on the map. She's now being published all around the world and working for some amazing agencies)
  • Daniel King (Melbourne based portrait photographer. He's coming over to talk about indigenous culture and the arts)
  • Bo Wong (kick ass perth photographer, just had a show in foto freo)

The workshops have been designed for artists to create the strongest body of work they can throughout the four month long series utilising feedback gained from peers and professional artists. The program will culminate in participating artists exhibiting selected images for a month long group exhibition in November at PCP.

The criteria for selection will focus on people who possess a sound understanding, enthusiasm and a commitment to the art form of photography; people who are willing to have a say to assist other artists develop their practice and reach their artistic goals; established, burgeoning and emerging photographers are also welcome to apply. We are strictly limited to 15 places.

To be considered for this exciting new program please submit an entry form by Monday 25th June 2012, 12 pm (WST). Submission is free.

Cost of series including exhibiton, for successful applicants, is $200 or $190 for existing PCP members.

Click here for to register your application.

For more info, email tabletalks@pcp.org.au or 'like' the facebook page 

Friday, September 10

Semi-Permanent Design Festival 2010





Hey, it's that time of the year again, hoorah!

The Bakery
is relaunching with a bang!

To buy tix and get in on the action ; clicky

The 5th Semi-Permanent Perth Conference returns to The Bakery with a new format and killer line-up of speakers.

This years speakers include graphic designer Leif Podhajsky, super cool creative agency Tin & Ed, stylin urban creative Beastman, renowned photographer Claire Martin plus more speakers and side events to be announced shortly.

Each ticket purchase to Semi-Permanent include a copy if the 2010 Semi-Permanent Publication and entry to the Official After Party feat. Chico Mann & guests.

For more information on Semi-Permanent speakers & side events, log onto www.semipermanent.com

xx The Team

Friday, January 8

Mentoring Program Opportunity

Hi All, Propel Youth Arts WA is excited to announce a brand new program for 2010…

The JUMP National Mentoring Program for Young and Emerging Artists supports the career development of artists aged 18 – 30, and in the first five-years of their professional practice, by providing mentoring opportunities with established professionals in their artform.

Successful applicants will be mentored for up to 10 months by an industry professional of their choosing and will receive up to $5 000 cash to fund an associated creative project.

JUMP launches nationally on 18 January. Head to http://www.propel.org.au to sign up and stay in the loop.