BEHIND THE SCENES

Keeping in theme with the dynamic and contemporary nature of Contempo is a team of 16 volunteer Contempo Committee members. They volunteer their time by meeting once a month to help plan, organise and manage Contempo events and promote fundraising opportunities for the Gallery’s contemporary art acquisitions program.

Supporting Contempo staff and committee members are a team of hard working volunteers who help manage and run the event program.


WANT TO VOLUNTEER?

If you’re interested in working as a Contempo volunteer or would like any information on how to apply to become a committee member, simply send an email and we’ll contact you with the details you need.

Alternatively we would love to see you at one of our volunteer meetings. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday 26 November at 6:30pm in the Members' Lounge. These meetings are free and do not require any type of booking in advance - just turn up!


2008-2009 COMMITTEE MEMBERS:

Jacqui Tosi A passion for Australian Art and a professional background in design and education drives my involvement with Contempo. I love exploring the creative elements of Sydney's culture and planning events to share it.

Norma Tran Norma is passionate about creating interesting opportunites for younger members of the AGNSW society to interact with the gallery and its community. She has been a key contributor to organising Contempo's events program including arranging speakers and sponsorships. Norma works in the property funds management industry. She was committee member in 2004-05 and Senior Vice President in 2005-06.

Renee Siros I have been working in the jewellery industry. I joined Contempo to be more involved in art and to work on and bring fresh ideas to art events held by Contempo.

James Edmondson James’s background spreads across music and events management, with his current work focussing on financial Hospitality Consultancy.  James has also gained previous experience with a number of community organisations, such as the Wayside Chapel where James worked as a volunteer crisis counsellor and FBI Radio where James held a board position during the station’s first year of operation.  James looks forward to bringing these experiences to the Contempo committee.

Julie Flowers I am an art enthusiast, trial lawyer and mother. My involvement with Contempo is a great way for me to be more involved with art and to give back to the community. I enjoy working with the volunteers to pull off fabulous functions.

Andrea Brown

Martin Katzler Martin is excited about being part of the Contempo Committee for another year, contributing to various events organised by this passionate group of people.

		Valerie Marteau My enthusiasm for brainstorming imaginative ideas for fundraising events and the excitement I get from being involved with the Arts and art acquisition proccess keeps me a Contempo fan. My background is in film design and events, plus I'm drawn towards indulgent passions which embrace travel, French culture, sailing, cheese and wine.

Lynleigh McPherson Lynleigh combines her degree in design, styling and event management with her passion to create unique and original concepts for Belinda Franks in Sydney. Lynleigh looks forward to working with committee members this year in producing successful and exciting events.

Yaeli Ohana I am an exhibiting artist, having held exhibitions at commercial galleries in Sydney, Melbourne and New York. I currently teach in Education Programs at the AGNSW, Brett Whiteley Studio, the University of Technology Sydney and hold art workshops at various community colleges. I am very happy to again be involved with ‘Art Alive’, a great Contempo event that takes people ‘behind the scenes’ and into the world of the artist!

Kate Steel I’m the events and publications manager for the Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Sydney. As a committee member I look forward to increasing my knowledge of art while assisting Contempo’s events to raise funds for the acquisition program.

Allie Townsend My interest in Contempo stems from my background in visual arts and professional experience in fundraising and events with the Sydney Theatre Company and the Sydney Opera House.