This is a Council led event.

Clive James Library and Service Centre
31/05/2025 - 29/06/2025

Appreciate the artistry and nostalgia found in everyday pantry objects with works by painter Clare O’Toole.

Common items provide a focal point for people to share their experiences and nostalgia for common food products and their place in our lives while reflecting on the personal and collective experience of consumption.
 
About The Artist:
Clare is a multidisciplinary, self-taught artist working primarily in painting, sculpture, photography, and drawing. Creating still life compositions from everyday consumer products, my practice draws from my own pantry, grocery stores, and speciality stores to populate my works with iconic packaging of branded products. I use bold, vibrant colouring within my works, inspired by the subject matter and colour palettes of Pop artists such as Andy Warhol and David Hockney.
 
Works may be available for sale. For purchase enquiries contact Clare O’Toole at clareotooleart@gmail.com.
 
About the Community Art Space Program: 
The Dragon’s Lair Gallery and the Clive James Library and Service Centre, Kogarah, provide opportunities for new and established local artists and groups with a connection to the Georges River area to display their works in a professional gallery space. These spaces are suitable for a wide range of mediums, including sculptures, paintings, photographs, and drawings. 
 
Exhibitors are selected through an annual proposal process that is assessed by an Exhibitions Committee. Exhibitions are selected to reflect the dynamic and innovative diversity that exists in the Georges River area. 
 
For more information, please refer to our Exhibit Your Work page. 

Saturday 31 May to Sunday 29 June 2025

Address

Clive James Library and Service Centre
Kogarah Town Square, Belgrave Street, Kogarah.
 

Time

The exhibition is available during library hours at Clive James Library, Kogarah, excluding public holidays.

• Monday to Friday: 9.00am to 8.00pm.
• Saturday and Sunday: 10.00am to 5.00pm.

Cost

Free.
 

Bookings 

No bookings are required, but feel free to book a ticket to get a reminder using the button below.

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More information 

• ​For participants aged 10 years and under, parents and/or guardians of children must remain in the library for the duration of the program.  

• Bookings are not required but you can register to receive reminders.

Accessibility Information: 

Georges River Libraries is committed to providing inclusive library services and programs. Please email library@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au or note down your requirements or support needs in your event registration. 

Georges River Libraries offer a range of programs to support early literacy and foster community connection, please visit our library Programs and Events webpage. 

For further information, please contact us on (02) 9330 6111 or email library@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au.