I Think 2042 Will Look A Bit Like This

'Local Colour' at 2042 art on the street

2042: art on the street is happy to announce that 'Local Colour; the Newtown Colouring-in Book' by Newtown artists, Maggie Stein and Fiona Redevick, will be on sale at our information booth so don't forgot to check it out when you come to contribute to 2042: art on the street.

The book is an independent project by Stein and Redevick; a happy coincidence with 2042: art on the street, and a great publication that we would like to support. We are constantly impressed by Newtown's local talent and can't wait to see it in full swing this weekend, 24-25 October 2009.

Stunning Photography from Newtown Geniuses

Talented tweeps sent us links to some of their photos from King St. If you an image to put up on this blog then send it in or post it on our facebook wall. Remember that you make this project!

cnr of king and wilson streets sunset, around 308 king street, newtown, sydney
You can find Timmy on www.twitter.com/timmydownawell

Sexy... Ninja... Monkey... Photographer tweeted this to us. You can find him at www.twitter.com/sexyninjamonkey

Artwork takes shape thanks to amazing volunteers!

Over the past weeks volunteer artists have been working on the base for 2042: art on the street's collective artwork. As the map starts to take shape it will be very exciting to see how people will add to and enhance this beautiful starting off point. Pictured is the work slowly growing and some of the people who came to contribute. Thank you so much to everyone who contributed you are amazing! There are still plenty of opportunities to contribute as a volunteer or creatively on the day. Download the flyer for artists and creative contributors here (this will take you a google doc to download pdf).

Kelly McCaffery photography by
Jodie Barker, 11th Oct 2009.

Kate Henwood, Kelly McCaffrey, Alice Nakano
photography by Jodie Barker, 11th Oct 2009.

Estelle Conley and Simone Brown, photography by
Jodie Barker, 11th Oct 2009.

Camilla Lawson, Alice Nakano, Tis photography by
Jodie Barker, Oct 11th 2009.

Lucas Bradbury, photography
Jodie Barker, Oct 11th 2009.

Paste-up construction on Oct 7th 2009.

Paste-up construction on Oct 7th 2009.
Luis Salazar and Jonathan James (in background).

Paste-up construction on Oct 7th 2009. Luisa Velasco,
Luis Salazar and Jonathan James (in background).

Paste-up tests...there's nothing like experimenting!

Check out these photos of Jodie Barker and MKSHFT (who Jodie collaborates with on many of her projects) working on the design for the base of the 2042: art on the street community artwork. The screen printing and wall paper design is sure to be a beautiful canvas on which Newtown will express themselves.

Comfy in King Street

Jodie and Tony went to find out where on King St they felt like home. King Street has some incredible spots which mark the character of King Street.

Under the Giant Fig Tree at the Newtown Cemetery

Along the way we spotted a sweet little piece by Will Coles. He seems to be everywhere in Newtown and totally worth scouting around for.

Lips on Rochford St Newtown

As promised! A variety of Volunteer and Paid Positions

Interested in being apart of a unique public art event? We are looking for volunteers and staff to help in a variety of ways.

We value your support. Your contribution will be posted on the 2042 website and you will go into the draw to receive an original and unique 2042:art on the street T’shirt.

Volunteer Positions:
1. Creative people to help straight away to help make the installation.
2. Creative Team: be on the street and help others interact with the installation during the weekend event.
3. Installers: help bumpin and bumpout - unload and set up paper carpets and props and Information booth.
4. Clean-up team: help during the pack up to make sure the site is clear.

More details are attached or contact Camilla at info@innerwestcs.org.au or phone: 9550 4156.

Paid Positions:
4. Poster/ postcard distributer ($100)
5. Onsite Creative Team Manager ($400)
More Details are attached or contact Camilla at info@innerwestcs.org.au or phone: 9550 4156.

Download full volunteer and paid position descriptions.