LOCAL HEROES
A photographic exhibition of Balmain identities
Gallery Xposure
October 2004
All proceeds from the exhibition go to our local high school, The Sydney Secondary College
The Mechanic
The Dentist
The Barrister
The Journalist
The Politician
The Mayor (retired)
The Elder Statesman
The Doctor
The Campaigner
The Artist
The Sculptor
The Guitar Teacher
The Fencing Teacher
The Café Owner
The Fireman
The Bookseller
The Flowerman
The Meter Maid
The Busker
The Principal
The Coach
The Counsellor
The Teacher’s Aide
The CaptainsMedia Release:
Leading Balmain photographer captures the heart of the suburb
North Sullivan’s photographic exhibition Local Heroes opens at Gallery Xposure in Rozelle on 20 October.
The show features revealing portraits of Balmain identities, some famous, some not so famous, all of whom Sullivan believes have made a meaningful contribution to the local community. From politicians to buskers, Sullivan captures his subjects with an informality that belies the masterful complexity of his rich illustrative style.
Sullivan sees his project as a local show with outward appeal. “I wanted to exhibit pictures that had a direct connection with the people living and working in the district while still appealing to the wider audience. It is my way of paying tribute to all those wonderful people who are the colour and vibrancy of the inner west.” He continues, “Balmain is one of the most diverse communities in Australia and it is a privilege to be able to help celebrate the suburb’s unique character.”
As a long time supporter of public education, in particular the district’s Sydney Secondary College, Sullivan is donating the profits from the show to the school’s P&C Association. A fundraising opening is also planned for Friday 22 October from 6.00pm and the Balmain community is invited to come and enjoy a glass of Chardonnay with their neighbors.
The P&C is running a raffle in conjunction with the show and the prize is your own personal portrait by Sullivan.
Sullivan is one of Australia’s most respected commercial photographers. Working mainly in advertising, he has produced such memorable projects as the original Qantas Children’s Choir pictures and more recently the irreverent Carlton Draught advertising campaign Made from Beer (Brewed in a Big Metal Thing). Other campaigns included the Olympic Torch Relay in 2000 and the Red Cross House on the Mekong for BlueScope Steel in February this year. His most recent assignment for the Post Box division of Australia Post can be seen in newspapers and post offices now.
For further information contact
North Sullivan 0418 211 661 email: north@northsullivan.com
Gallery Xposure Alan Bennett 0413 699 697 info@galleryxposure.com