Art Matters #33 - Brent Dakis - The Forge Institute
Intro Track: Paprika Pony, Kim Gordon, No Home Record, 2019

Today on Art Matters we were joined on the phone by Brent Dakis, who has recently created 
The Forge Institute—a not-for-profit youth arts organisation offering young people safe, supportive spaces to explore creativity through workshops, mentorships, and exhibitions. 
The Forge Institute has emerged from a very personal place for Brent, and we talked all about the vision behind it, the work they’re doing, and how our community can get involved.
You can find out more about The Forge Institute and how you can support it on their website
theforgeinstitute.au
or instagram
@theforgeinstitute.inc

There will be a Forge Institute stall at the Burrinja Art Fair this weekend if you want to go along and have a chat or find out more. (plus stickers!!)

A massive thanks to Brent for sharing such personal things on air for our listeners and also for creating something so needed for our youth in the hills.
This conversation did touch on youth suicide and mental health 
- if you’re feeling impacted by anything discussed today, please know you’re not alone. 
You can reach Lifeline on 13 11 14 
Kids helpline1800 55 1800
or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636
for support at any time.

Todays Tracks:
Army of me (Bjork Cover), Julia Jacklin & RVG
Mingle, Georgia Knight 
Nobody loves you more, Kim Deal
Floating, Blue Nude

THANK YOU to our Subscribers: 
Little Acres - Ange
Kelly K Sullivan – Collage Artist
Sing Song Ceramics - Selby
Elizabeth Gleeson – Muralist and fine artist
Shirley Dougen - Artist
Natasja - Textile Artist
Rajko Grbac - Sculptor
The Forge Institute - Community Group
The Hut Gallery FERNTREE GULLY
Cheech the rescue staffy via Tass & Pottsy

Please get in touch with us to let us know about your upcoming exhibitions and events.
artmatters97.1fm@gmail.com   or   @artmatters_97.1fm

Art Matters #33 - Brent Dakis - The Forge Institute Intro Track:&nbsp;Paprika Pony, Kim Gordon, No Home Record, 2019
Today on Art Matters we were joined on the phone by Brent Dakis, who has recently created The Forge Institute&mdash;a not-for-profit youth arts organisation offering young people safe, supportive spaces to explore creativity through workshops, mentorships, and exhibitions. The Forge Institute has emerged from a very personal place for Brent, and we talked all about the vision behind it, the work they&rsquo;re doing, and how our community can get involved. You can find out more about The Forge Institute and how you can support it on their website <a href="https://theforgeinstitute.au/">theforgeinstitute.au</a> or instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theforgeinstitute.inc">@theforgeinstitute.inc </a> There will be a Forge Institute stall at the Burrinja Art Fair this weekend if you want to go along and have a chat or find out more. (plus stickers!!) A massive thanks to Brent for sharing such personal things on air for our listeners and also for creating something so needed for our youth in the hills. This conversation did touch on youth suicide and mental health - if you&rsquo;re feeling impacted by anything discussed today, please know you&rsquo;re not alone. You can reach Lifeline on 13 11 14 Kids helpline <a href="https://kidshelpline.com.au/">1800 55 1800</a> or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 for support at any time.
Todays Tracks: Army of me (Bjork Cover), Julia Jacklin &amp; RVG Mingle, Georgia Knight&nbsp; Nobody loves you more, Kim Deal Floating, Blue Nude THANK YOU to our Subscribers:&nbsp; Little Acres - Ange Kelly K Sullivan &ndash; Collage Artist Sing Song Ceramics - Selby Elizabeth Gleeson &ndash; Muralist and fine artist Shirley Dougen - Artist Natasja - Textile Artist Rajko Grbac - Sculptor The Forge Institute - Community Group The Hut Gallery FERNTREE GULLY Cheech the rescue staffy via Tass &amp; Pottsy Please get in touch with us to let us know about your upcoming exhibitions and events. <a href="mailto:artmatters97.1fm@gmail.com">artmatters97.1fm@gmail.com</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;or&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/artmatters_97.1fm/">@artmatters_97.1fm</a>

Welcome to Art Matters, the dedicated 3MDR radio Art show that brings the world of local art to the airwaves! Whether you're an art maker an art lover, or just looking for some inspiration, we’ve got you covered.

Join us, as we dive into the local art scene with engaging artist interviews, gallery spotlights, and insightful reviews - real conversations about creativity, passion, and the people making art happen in your community.
We will also venture further afield to bring you information on exciting exhibitions, events and happenings that you should get out and about to attend.

Expect lively discussions, behind-the-scenes stories, and an inside look at what’s new, now, and next in local art.

It’ll be educational, it’ll be entertaining, and it’ll be all about celebrating the talent that surrounds us.

Tune in, get inspired, and be part of the creative conversation on Art Matters!

Let us know about your Art practice at artmatters97.1fm@gmail.com or @artmatters_97.1fm

Welcome to&nbsp;Art Matters,&nbsp;the dedicated 3MDR radio Art show that brings the world of local art to the airwaves! Whether you're an art maker an art lover, or just looking for some inspiration, we&rsquo;ve got you covered. Join us, as we dive into the local art scene with engaging artist interviews, gallery spotlights, and insightful reviews&nbsp;- real conversations about creativity, passion, and the people making art happen in your community. We will also venture further afield to bring you information on exciting exhibitions, events and happenings that you should get out and about to attend. Expect&nbsp;lively discussions, behind-the-scenes stories, and an inside look at what&rsquo;s new, now, and next in local art. It&rsquo;ll be educational, it&rsquo;ll be entertaining, and it&rsquo;ll be all about celebrating the talent that surrounds us. Tune in, get inspired, and&nbsp;be part of the creative conversation on Art Matters!
Let us know about your Art practice at <a href="mailto:artmatters97.1fm@gmail.com">artmatters97.1fm@gmail.com</a> or @artmatters_97.1fm