Fabulous teatowels available at the exhibition

Entry is free to come to the exhibition, just a smile is required.
I hope that everyone coming to the exhibition, will be inspired and encouraged by the sight of so many women standing together and finding their voices.

As all the proceeds from the exhibition will be going to the Second Chance Programme fundraising group
which is an independent non-for-profit organisation with an unswerving commitment to solving female homelessness. SCP does not raise money to buy buildings or pay salaries. Apart from paying insurance  and bank charges every cent raised by SCP is used to 'get women off the streets' and to help them take control of their lives.This is why I chose to donate to this wonderful organisation.
Second chance supports a variety of different projects to help homeless women secure a home and return to independent living. They are a small committee of absolutely dedicated people committed to fundraising.
 Please Check them out on www.secondchanceprogramme.com.au
How am I fundraising:
Because of the wonderful messages the women have shared with me I have made some messages into screenprinted teatowels which will be for sale at the exhibition for $10.00 they are 100% linen and are gorgeous. They will look great in any kitchen and a fabulous present for any friend. We also have card packs containing 5 cards and envelopes for $10.00 as well, they are well worth the look.

Media release for upcoming exhibition

Media release
February 2014
Brisbane artist takes a stand with 100 women in unique new exhibition
Brisbane-based artist Kym Frame will take a stand with over 100 women from all walks of life at the unique and striking ‘Women Afoot’ exhibition, opening at the Graydon Gallery in New Farm on 4 March.
For the exhibition, Kym cast the feet of over 100 women in plaster and used the moulds to create delicate paper sculptures, hand-made from the fibres of banana plants.
“The exhibition will feature sculptures of more than 200 individual feet, symbolically bringing together the lives and experiences of over 100 women from across Queensland,” Kym said.
“Massed together their feet represent women coming together, standing with other women and in support of one another.
“I was overwhelmed by the large number of women who gave so generously of their time and their experiences to take part in the work.”
Kym said the women featured in the exhibition came from a diversity of ages and backgrounds, illustrating the diversity of modern women’s lives.
“Women aged from 16 to 89 years of age sat for the sculptures,” she said.
“They range from a publican, a lifesaver, a jillaroo and a jeweller, to an accountant, a pianist, businesswomen, nurses and a hairdresser.”
While several prominent women also had their feet cast, they will take their positions on the exhibition’s lit platforms alongside women from many other backgrounds.
In addition to having their feet cast, each woman taking part was invited to share a message with other women.
“The messages range from the humorous to the deeply personal, and clearly many are born of hard-won wisdom,” Kym said.
“They include the quirky ‘Take your bra off as soon as you get home’ and the thought-provoking ‘May we women be as kind to ourselves as we are to others’.
“The exhibition will feature more than 100 women’s messages, including projections within the gallery and recordings in their own voices.”
Kym said the process of creating art helps her to process her ideas and interpret them in a visual way.
“Working on the project has helped me think differently about modern women’s lives, and it brought me much joy creating the work and sharing time and stories with such a remarkable group of women,” she said.

“I hope other women, and in fact everyone coming to the exhibition, will be inspired and
encouraged by the sight of so many women standing together and finding their voices.”
The exhibition is at the Graydon Gallery from 4–9 March, open 10:00am – 6:00pm daily.
All proceeds from the exhibition go to the Second Chance Programme Fundraising Group
Inc, which is working to help homeless women find secure housing and return to
independent living.

Exhibition drawing closer

For many months I have been enjoying sharing on the blog and thanks to a friend I finally have been shown how to create a post that appears on the top of the feed. I do apologise for all the times you may have had to scroll down. We can always learn something everyday which is a wonderful.
I am very excited as the exhibition draws close. Here is the invitation again please tell your friends to check it out.

New Beginnings

                                                 

My name is Kym Frame and I am an emerging Brisbane based artist who specialises in Sculpture and Installation. I am currently exploring the artistic possibilities of paper and my art practice is largely inspired by human connection, women, narrative and the environment in which I live.

I have created this blog as a way of connecting and sharing my artistic experiences with others. In the coming months I will be building this blog to show my current and previous artistic exploits as well as all of the wonderful inspirations in my life.

Thanks

Kym Frame

New Project:  Women Afoot

Since graduating in 2010 my work has continued to focus on giving expression to the many shared experiences of women today.
With my new installation work I hope to impart my heartfelt belief that every woman counts and has a voice that needs to be heard. Literally and metaphorically. We need to stand together and support one another.I have decided to cast 100 women's feet from all walks of life. These many feet may also remind us of what it is to walk in anothers shoes and what it is to be the same and different. Women seem to be the hardest critics on other women and themselves.
The medium for the project will be handmade paper from the banana plant as paper reflects the inticate blend of strength and fragility at our core. It evokes the multiple and complex layers of being female of our many roles and variegated experiences. Using natural and sustainable materials enable me to be as honest and real as I can be with the work. Honesty, narrative, stillness and connection are all very important aspects to me with my work.
 In addition to taking a cast of the womens feet, I am asking them to share a short message they would like to share with other women today. The messages I collect from the participants will be incorporated in to a work and also hand screened onto teatowels and sold on the exhibition night with 100% of sales going to the Second Chance Programme fundraising group Inc, placing women beyond homelessness. The work will be exhibited at the Graydon Gallery New Farm from March 4th to 9th 2014.
If you would like to participate or discuss any aspect of the project please contact me.
Your participation would involve giving 40 mins of your time to allow me to cast your feet with plaster bandage. 
Each week I will be updating you on progress and process.

Cheers Kym

Preparations: Medical grade plaster bandage.

Essentials :  Vaseline

                 Work has begun taking the many castings.

Vaseline is applied to the skin then the plaster is dampened

and placed on the foot.

                                               

Applying the plaster, a simple and pain free process

Best part : having your feet washed after the casting is complete.

Thankyou so much to the many women so far who have given me their time and allowed me to cast their feet. It has been a wonderful experience. I have 40 completed and on task for reaching my goal of 100.

If you would like to participate please contact me .

Cheers Kym

Ready for the next stage

It is thanks to the many wonderful women participating in this project that makes it what it is.

Starting another piece of work for the exhibition

 Many more wonderful feet

Preparation begins for paper



2 coats applied to the plaster casts

paper process begins

More wonderful women participating the youngest 16 oldest 89.

Casting feet most days hoping to have it completed by the end of August
Thanks to the wonderful women participating.

 The paper work has begun

Laying the paper in the casts

More washing

More casting

 More wonderful women participating

During the past few months I have had the priviledge of meeting and casting many women's feet.

Women from different professional/non professional occupations, cultural backgrounds and geographical locations city, rural and remote.

All these women giving me 40 minutes of their very precious time which I value and appreciate.

Coming together in support of other women they don't know.

It has been a very joyous and inspirational experience.

I have 30 women to go so if you would like to take part please contact me.

22.7.2013

The hard work continues

More casting.

smoothing the plaster

washing

more casting

My week started with an inspirational group of young women.

One of the women even gave me time on her birthday. 

Many Thanks

5.8.2013

It is so important for women to have a voice in the public sphere.

Each week I would like to share one of the messages received from the women participating in the project.

To see and hear all the incredible messages from the women you will have to come to the Women Afoot Exhibition on March 4-9 2014 at the Graydon Gallery New Farm.

These messages are honest and heartfelt.

"Trust your instincts and trust your body

life may be busy but your life is more important"

This weekend I was very fortunate to have a day and night away. It was a refreshing break.

My feet enjoyed the wonderful sand beneath and between them.

12.8.2013

"Seize the moment with laughter, integrity and kindness"

These are the book shelves in my studio space,

wonderful inspiration.

23.8.2013

Today I cast an inspirational woman

Bronwen from The Hope Foundation

26.8.2013

"No one ever went backwards with a little encouragement"

27.8.2013

6.9.2013

Last week two of my work collegues/dear friends

came and participated in the project. It was wonderful having them a part of it.

The casting is slowing up now as I reach my goal.

The messages the women have shared inspire me daily.

13.9.2013

The feet are being stored in plastic tubs which are taking over my art room.

The mould with paper inside taking shape

Feet awaiting paper.

Message for the week:

'Do what makes your heart sing.'

This week lots of preparation work

Casts drying awaiting paper

and more wonderful women.

Message for the week

30.9.2013

"Be as kind to yourself as you are to others"

5.10.2013

 I often forget to take time to care for my feet.

Many women have told me the same thing.

This weeks quote was a timely reminder

"Our feet allow us to move forward along our journey.

So we can live the life we were meant to live.

Admire these beautiful companions. Care for them, thank them and love them"

Thankyou Claude.

Claude has written a fabulous book called Boots to Bliss

Check it out.

16.10.2013

The days are quickly rolling into one another and this year seems

to be going quicker than ever. This weeks quote is:

"Give yourself permission to be at peace with yourself"

We all have such busy lives these days it is great to stop and think and find the peace we need.

23.10.2013

The quote for this week is

"Wherever you are be there"

I think this is a great one. So often in our busy lives we are not present in the moment

and can miss so much.

Thankyou  to the 

 amazing women I have met, cast their feet and shared their 

inspiring messages

It has been such a priviledge.

The work continues.

29.10.2013

On the weekend I cast several Women's feet from 

 Grafton in N.S.W

I was fortunate to see the Jacaranda trees in full bloom,

they were glorious.

The quote for the week

"Always have hope, there is always a another chance"

6.11.2013

Quote for the week

"Does the house really have to be spotless."

Mine certainly isn't. I have feet taking over my house everywhere.

Completed work is invading my art studio space, dining room and lounge.

I am very fortunate I have a supportive husband who understands my art.

13.11.2013

The fibre in the paper is looking beautiful
each set of feet totally unique

This is a quarter of the perspex base.

Made in pieces for ease of transport

the lighting  panels fit perfectly underneath.

Quote for the week

"Take the time to hug those you love everyday"

19.11.2014

There are varying tones in the paper I have used.

This weeks message to ponder

'Beauty comes from self acceptance and having courage to value and express ourselves"

26.11.2013

The oldest participant in the project was 89 years of age.

These are her beautiful feet.

Quote for the week

"Every day is a new beginning"

3.12.2013

The pairs of feet are being stored in containers

which are taking over my art room.

Quote for the week

"Respect yourself and remain true to your principals;

and remember, none of us can go back, but we can choose

how we go forward"

10.12.2013

The feet are now complete.

 Work has now begun on the other pieces of work for the exhibition.

the quote for this week is

" Just Breathe "

as we enter in to this very busy time of year, try to

make the time to stop, take a breath and experience the simple joys of everyday.

18.12.2013

To the 100 amazing women who have participated in my project and my wonderful blog viewers,

I wish you peace, love and joy this Christmas.

May you be able to share this season with family and friends.

With a grateful heart I wish you a very Merry Christmas

filled with much love and many happy memories.

Looking forward to a wonderful exhibition in March, and further updates in the New Year.

Kym x

5.1.2014

Happy New Year to you all.

After a wonderful Christmas with my family and a 

short trip to Cairns I am back working consistently

in this heat we are all experiencing, keeping on track

towards the exhibition. The feet are now complete

 and my lounge room has been taken over in preparation

for photography on Tuesday.

 Many of the other works for the exhibition are underway

and I will give you a snap shot in the next few weeks.

Please mark in your diaries

Friday March 7

6-8pm

for our opening night celebration.

Women Afoot Exhibition

Graydon Gallery

29 Merthyr Road New Farm Qld

An invitation will appear shortly with all the details.

13.1.2014

Tonight I am busy unpicking a piece of work I am doing.

Work usually involves lots of changes, problem solving,

even undoing.

30.1.2014

Dear friends, the work is nearing completion

and the exhibition is only a few weeks away.

Please mark the date in your diary

please join us if you can

come stand with us.