Chippendale’s Galerie pompom Closing Down
BY ERIN MODARO
In a statement made on Monday, Galerie pompom in Chippendale has announced that it will be closing its doors after the end of its current exhibition. The multidisciplinary gallery was created by Ron and George Adams in 2012 and has run exhibitions for over 10 years, featuring over 200 Australian and international artists.
The statement from Galerie pompom praises the artists involved and expresses their thanks to everyone who contributed to the gallery’s success. Current co-directors George Adams and Samantha Ferris said in the release that they “look forward to spending more time with our families” and will “remain fervent supporters of the art community.”
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HISTORY OF GALERIE POMPOM
Galerie pompom, cheerfully decorated with neon signage in its front on Abercrombie St, has been a staple gallery for both new and seasoned artists over its 10-year run.
In tandem with Galerie pompom, creators Ron and George Adams began an artist run initiative named Modes of Practice (MOP), a launching place for emerging artists. MOP allowed local artists to display their work in the commercial gallery and gain support through the beginning of their careers.
FINAL EXHIBITION
Galerie pompom’s final exhibition displays the spirit of the gallery’s commitment to the arts.
The exhibit includes artist Diana Firulovic’s subtle and monochromatic artwork in The White Square, which as described by pompom “pulses with a quiet, luminous force.” Also featured in the final exhibition is artist Anna Madeleine Raupach who explores climate issues through a series of artworks titled Slow Violence, which consists of maps of Australian bushfire affected land embroidered onto emergency thermal blankets.
The Gallery will shut following its final exhibition which closes on April 10.
