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168 artists 51,295 visitors 316 events $211,023 sales. “Pop Up Parramatta, an urban renewal scheme that brokers temporary, cheap access to empty buildings for artists, is one of several new arts renewal schemes based on the successful Renew Newcastle.
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168 artists 51,295 visitors 316 events $211,023 sales
“Pop Up Parramatta, an urban renewal scheme that brokers temporary, cheap access to empty buildings for artists, is one of several new arts renewal schemes based on the successful Renew Newcastle. The Parramatta initiative received a warm reception…” Sydney Morning Herald, December 2011
After… Parramatta Clay Arts
“"What I want to do is create a market where it will all be in the one spot.” Rosemary Kariuki-Fyfe, Director, African Village Market Parramatta’s Citizen of the Year 2012
“I joined Pop-Up Parramatta expecting it would offer me a basic space to work in. Instead, I was offered a studio with character and atmosphere, an inspiring network of fellow creative types, and an incredibly supportive Council.” Sarah Davis, illustrator
“Westpac was pleased to be able to offer surplus office space to the Council to use as part of the Pop Up Parramatta initiative.” Marc Ling, Westpac Manager, Parramatta
Matthew Lin Goblin Design
“Pop-up Parramatta has changed my life!” Alexis Apfelbuam, Quirk-ability
“Popup Parramatta has been an amazing opportunity to develop my skills. I am surprised by the things I have achieved.” Sarah Buick Quirk-ability
“I have had the opportunity to meet some lovely people through pop up who I consider my friends and enjoy hanging out with. Being involved in Pop-up in my local area is very exciting and rewarding and has kept me positive through the last few months that have been very stressful.” Susan Zarte Volunteer
Tall order, small world: Adam Galea solo exhibition, Quirk-ability (October 2011)
“Having a space allows me to mingle and converse with like minded individuals going through many of the same challenges and triumphs I am. As freelance work can be extremely volatile it's nice to know that I can leave the studio when I need to.” Lesley Vamos Illustrator and Graphic designer
“I just thought: ‘this is fabulous!'. Art shouldn't be hidden. I think people are all individuals and have different ways of approaching art. With the tuition, I teach them the skills of how to develop, not what to create…” Mary Tamras
“All my life I wanted to do something for fashion. Before, I worked from home. But I now have the time and place and I’m just happy to do it." Tatiana Gvodzkeva, Feltmaker, fashion –interior design
“It has given me, as a newcomer to the area, an identity in Sydney and Parramatta, a gallery studio space I otherwise wouldn't have had, heaps of friends – other artists, Council staff, Parramatta locals, a broadened experience in art, new skills and enterprises and professional development opportunities.” Leonie Mulqueeney Loniart rentals
“It helped me discover who I am and want to be as an artist and shown me the potential as to where I can go... love Pop Up.” Christine Young: Chamberlain Creations
“We feel so fortunate to be part of Pop Up Parramatta. For us, Pop Up Parramatta has given us the opportunity to showcase our designs and as a newly formed business the exposure and support is invaluable.” Shelley Tansley and Jay Morbus, Grimm Noir
“It gives the artists a bit of a leg-up into the Sydney world. The project gives them a centre, a place to go as they work into their new way of life.” Chrissie Ianssen, New Neighbours Project
“We don’t have that culture of puppet building here, so this is my attempt at introducing people to what artists see puppetry to be.” Wez Champion Lotky Tea House
“It really is such an amazing opportunity that Parramatta Council is offering for creative start-ups.” Angela, Rowena and Julianna Foong High Tea with Mrs Woo Mentors, Pop Up Parramatta
Pin Spot August 2011-February 2012 “Pop Up Parramatta was overall a fantastic opportunity to properly get our business in the market. Low rent meant I could trial various ideas and test the market in a way that I could do in a commercial situation. The entrepreneurial opportunities of the project means long term benefit for my business in terms of refining my business plan, marketing skills gained and audience development..” Anna Watts, visual artist
“Customers regularly told us that Pop Up Parramatta is a breath of fresh air and are excited by the possibilities it is enabling. There is a wealth of industry, creativity, innovation and some very good things going on! Just a LARGE thank you for the opportunity - an invaluable experience!”” Kirrily Walker & Kirsten Ryan-Semenetz Making Spaces Marketplace
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