Creative symposium: Reflex – The Future of Our Creative Community. 15-16 November

Reflex – The Future of Our Creative Community explores the interconnectivity between artist, infrastructure and community partnership to promote and encourage excellence, innovation and cultural leadership within the creative industries

Valuing the artist as a vital partner in building the cultural vibrancy of city life, this timely symposium celebrates the future of Geelong’s clever and creative community and city region.

Keynote speakers, Dr Betty Sargeant and Dr Megan Beckwith, are joined by representatives from Geelong’s cultural precinct, leading artists and academics from Deakin University, to explore how and why we must remain responsive to changes in technology, community, innovation and arts practice.

Panellists and Speakers :

Maria Takolander | Public Art, Sculpture & Visual Arts

Shaun McLeod & Olivia Millard | Dance, Choreography & Technology

Karen Le Rossignol | Writing & Literature

Tricia Simmons | Visual Arts & Costume

Tonya Meyrick | Visual Communications Design

Anne Wilson & Cam Bishop | Movement, Sound & Technology

Rea Dennis | Performance

Nic Velissaris | Writing & Storytelling

Event details:

Dates 15 and 16 November 2019 (Friday and Saturday)

Location Geelong Arts Centre, 81 Ryrie Street Geelong

This event is perfect for:

Artists, Creatives and Academics
Local council/government representatives and community members
Students

‘Reflex – The Future of Our Creative Community’ is a creative symposium presented in partnership between Geelong Arts Centre and Deakin University, supported by the City of Greater Geelong.

Image credit: Dr Betty Sargeant