Music with Aim

MUSIC WITH AIM

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Welcome to Music With AIM. We provide a unique and inspiring music education program for young children. Passionate about supporting and nurturing children’s all-round development through music, we aim to equip children with a skill set that gives them the very best start to their educational journey.

Aim (Amy Schultz) is an accredited and experienced teacher of over 20 years, specialising in Creative Arts Education (Music, Art and Drama). Aim is the Principal Educator and Program Developer at Music With AIM Music School. Aim graduated from the University of Technology Sydney with a Master of Arts Degree. She also holds a Bachelor of Creative Arts (Distinction) and Graduate Diploma in Education.

At Music With AIM, we understand that music education can be empowering for young children. When students attend Music With AIM classes, they have the opportunity to learn so much more than music! Through fun, sensory and engaging musical activities, children are supported to develop skills in key learning areas such as: numeracy, literacy (speaking, listening and early reading), and social skills like autonomy, resilience and regulation.

We aim to:

Nurture babies at their unique developmental stage, strengthening the bond between child and care giver.

Spark a curiosity for learning in the toddler, supporting them as they develop self-confidence, independence, body awareness, social and communication skills.

Prepare preschoolers for the structure and discipline of the classroom setting, whilst continuing to build autonomy, resilience, self-regulation and ignite imaginations that strengthen learning pathways.

ABOUT:

Amy (Aim) is a Music Specialist Educator with over 20 years experience. Aim has worked in both private and public sectors of education, in Australia and overseas. Aim has experience as a Special Education (MC) Classroom Teacher, Music, Speech, Drama, Voice, Piano and Theatre Arts Educator, K-6 Classroom Teacher, Secondary School Advanced English and Drama Teacher, Choral Director and Djembe Facilitator.

Most recently, Aim has supported the development of music education in primary schools on the Liverpool Plains, where she has led program development and implementation. In these roles, Aim has sought and received grants to ensure children who live rurally are able to gain access to high quality musical instruments.

Over the years, Aim has supported children and their families from diverse backgrounds, and with a range of abilities. Aim has worked extensively with First Nations students, and those with disabilities such as hearing loss, Autism, Dyslexia, ADHD and ODD. Aim is highly experienced in writing, differentiating and delivering educational programs to support students with complex learning needs, and to enrich High Potential/Gifted and Talented children. 

Originally from the Liverpool Plains, Aim has now returned to the family farm with her husband and three children. Aim enjoys writing music, yoga, and spending time outdoors with animals.

SERVICES:

Music With AIM classes are offered in person, with enrolments being accepted throughout the year. Invoicing is per term. Please see enrolment form attached and be in contact with Aim to secure your child’s place.

Teaching in schools/preschools/child care centres

Contact Aim to arrange a workshop for your school/child care centre. Through workshops, Aim has the experience and skills to support your students preparing for Eisteddfods, Choir recitals, school concerts, Speech and Drama Exams (such as Trinity or ASCA), and HSC Music/Drama performances.

Teacher training

Music With AIM offers support to your school/child care centre in the form of teacher training workshops. The content of workshops can be discussed at the time of booking, and may include music programming support to staff, or hands on instrumentation workshops for teachers.

Live music

Aim performs at local festivals and events. Please refer to Musicians Australia for information on the minimum fee required. Travel fees apply.

Original music for purchase

Original music from the Music With AIM program is available for purchase. Please contact Amy to arrange a subscription into the member portal.

Are you unable to get your small child to music classes in person? Maybe you live out of town on a farm? Or have a new baby?

Music With AIM is passionate about offering high quality music education to rural and regional children. We are currently seeking expressions of interest for Zoom music lessons. Please be in touch.

CONTACT

To enquire, contact Music With AIM:
Email: amy_schultz@bigpond.com

Phone: 0407 077 213

Amy can also be found on Facebook - Music With AIM and Instagram - Music With AIM

Katherine Harvey

Katherine Harvey

Creative Practice:

Drawing in charcoal, ink and watercolour and printmaking, primarily at this point in silkscreening. However I am a lithographer, and will use relief printing and drypoint for particular effects if this serves my ideas and concepts. Primarily I work on paper.

Artist statement:

My work is driven by the need to share what I have perceived as extraordinary, in the natural world. I explore this world, visually and then deepen the vision by understanding the science, the stories surrounding what has my attention, including indigenous perspectives, and whatever other writings or creative approaches have come to bear upon it.

I will draw, experiment with media and gradually focus in on how the work or groups of works will be created. I really enjoy the rawness and expressiveness of the simple, rapid willow charcoal drawings done on site. And this practice grounds, and informs the studio work at both a conscious and unconscious level.

Recognition:

Katherine has a Bachelor of Science and Diploma of Education from Sydney University (1980) and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the National Art school (2001).
For the last 20 years she has maintained a steady art practice and exhibition program.

Highlights include:

Finalist: Hazelhurst Works on Paper Award 2003
Solo Exhibition Perry Adelaide Gallery Croydon NSW 2004
Artist Residency and exhibition: Presbyterian Lady's College Croydon NSW 2005
Winner, Drawing Prize, Lexus Mortimer Art Prize Dubbo 2007

Artist Residency:

Calvary Hospital Belconnen ACT 2010 with accompanying exhibition at Belconnen Arts Centre ACT.
Exhibitions at Tamworth Regional Gallery:
The Changing Face of the Peel, 2016
The City of Light, 2018
Collection Conversion, 2021

Katherine has work in the collections at
Perry Adelaide Gallery Croydon NSW
Dubbo Regional Gallery NSW
Calvary Hospital, Belconnen, ACT
Tamworth Regional Gallery, NSW

Contact:
Katherine Harvey

m: 0425 314 331

e: kathfharv@gmail.com

Instagram: @katherineharvey_art

Which Council area do you live in?: Tamworth Regional

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Gay Landeta

Gay Landeta

Creative Practice:

I am a mixed media artist particularly interested in mark making and texture. I use a variety of mediums in my work including charcoal, inks, acrylics, printmaking, and collage.

Artist statement:

I am fascinated by the movement and depth of light in the Australian environment. Raised in Canada, the clarity of light here in Australia still impacts me daily. The work I produce is a process of connecting with, understanding and refining my own experiences while visually making sense of my inner world.

I have always loved and appreciated Visual Art. I spent my late teens studying ceramics in Canada before leaving to travel and live in the UK and Europe. After settling in Brisbane in the early 80’s, I continued to explore pottery and sculpture and set up a home studio. Later the manoeuvrability of working with fabrics and threads led me to spend several years creating textile pieces until the late 90’s when I began investigating two-dimensional art media. My visual art practice continues to keep pace with my work as a Kinesiologist, a place of listening to and translating the unsaid.

Moving to Tenterfield in 2015 was an intentional way to delve deeper into my art practice. Since then I have exhibited regularly as part of the Borderline Regional Arts Association as well as individually in local galleries.

Recognition:

I am mostly self-taught however significant past teachers have included :
- Wendy Jewell, Ceramist, Brisbane 1983/84

And while at the Brisbane Institute of Art (BIA) (2004 – 2014):
- Hollie
- Jane James
- Nicole Sylvestre

As an active member of the Borderline Regional Arts Association, I also regularly participate in our annual workshop series and exhibitions.

First Prizes : 'Australiana' Art Prize 9x5 (ACS) 2022, Tenterfield Show 2021 & 2022

Places and Mentions : Tenterfield Show 2022 & 2016,
'Australiana' Art Prize 9x5 (ACS) 9X5 2020

Hangers Choice : Tenterfield Show 2016 & 2022

CONTACT:
Gay Landeta

Email: glandeta@icloud.com

Website - www.gaylandeta.art
Facebook - Gay Landeta Art
Instagram - @gaylandeta

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Charmaine Lamb

Charmaine Lamb

Creative Practice: 

I am a multimedia artist, I enjoy painting, drawing, printmaking, weaving, wood burning and jewellery design.

Artist Statement:

I was born in Collarenebri in 1968 and travelled around the shearing sheds. I have spent years on and off country from Narrabri experiencing many things and being inspired by this for my creative practice.

I have always had a love of art; it relaxes me and takes me to another place. It allows me to express emotions and feelings; I would always envision a story before I would paint this, and I feel that this is my deep connection to my culture and passed on to me from my ancestors.

I feel it is very important to incorporate traditional practices that we grew up with into our cultural teachings. I hope to build a stronger connection to country in young people through art by preserving traditions, and practices such as Smoking ceremonies, Cleansing ceremonies, bush tucker identification, weaving dance and song, that will then be passed down to future generations.

Bio:

Schooling was a little difficult for me growing up I dealt with many racial issues however it made me stronger, and I went on to complete Year 10 in High School. I have had artworks on display at Narrabri Local Aboriginal Lands Office and was one of the artists involved in painting a section of a large mural at Narrabri LALC Office that features as a part of a large display cabinet in the communal area at the LALC. I have facilitated workshops over the years working with youth in the Narrabri community. I am a self-taught artist but have learned from my community and family over the years.

Recognition:

I am a board member of the Narrabri Local Aboriginal Lands Council, Elders group and Winangali Elders group. I have been involved and participated in a local cookbook and always participated in NAIDOC events and activities and volunteer at our local school.

CONTACT:
Charmaine Lamb

M: 0458 804 660
Charmaine doesn’t have social media.

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Hayden Fletcher

Hayden Fletcher

BIO:

My name is Hayden Fletcher.
I'm from a small rural town in the New England region of Australia specialising in creating artwork through the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)


CREATIVE PRACTICE:

Primarily my artwork is contemporary abstract art, distinguished through his use of bright colours with a black background, symmetry, and are based upon intangible subjects or themes. Some of these works are animated to further enhance their uniqueness and quality.

Artist statement:

My goal is to create a new style using innovations in technology in order to create artwork for both the general public and the art world. To make something new and exciting in a world of severe commercialism and safe ideas. With technology, artwork can be elevated in terms of colour, shape and the canvas itself.

Recognition:

Before 2022 - Primarily studied for my Diploma & Bachelor of Design from the University of Canberra
2022 – Primarily spent time working on Digital Artwork
March 2023 – Manilla Show 2023 – First Place in the Digital Art Category & Manilla Category
May 2023 - Other Art Fair 2023 in Sydney
June 2023 - M2 Gallery EQUS ‘Quantum Art Contest’ Exhibitor


CONTACT:

Hayden Fletcher

Instagram: @hayden_fletcherism

E: fletcherism.artwork@gmail.com

M: 0429197555

LGA: Tamworth Regional

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Dianne Murphy

Dianne MURPHY

ARTIST STATEMENT

Distinctively different - Dianne’s bead and Gumnut jewellery.

Inspired by the unique Australian flora, Dianne grew up, appreciating all that rural Australia had to offer. From a young age, she has always had a talent and aptitude for creative arts and crafts. From winning prizes at school to making the most of farming life, Dianne has always been resourceful in her creative endeavours.

Her love of Australia is reflected in her work from blanket making to native Australian forestry, and even a vast array of bead craft. As often described in Australia’s rich history of Bush poetry, Dianne has known times of drought and difficulty. Creating through such adversity is what has sustained and nourished her spirit.

Dianne continues to practice her passion for celebrating Australia through arts and craft. At present, she is focused on authentic Australian jewellery. She has designed and crafted the “My Australiana” jewellery line. This unique brand, through its use of native gumnuts and seed pods, highlights the natural beauty of the Aussie bush!

Dianne is both creator and teacher. She makes time to impart her creative wisdom and skills, wherever the opportunity arises. From Byron to Bourke and beyond, Dianne’s travels continue to inspire her clever creations, whether it’s her daughter, granddaughters, or those in new generations, Dianne’s commitment to Australian arts and crafts. Continue to blaze a Trail for new and upcoming artists.

CONTACT

Email: diannesdesigns@bigpond.com

Siobhan O'Hanlon

Siobhan O'Hanlon



Artist statement:

I love creating things, and silver is such a beautiful medium to work with. I tend not to begin with designs, but find a stone that I love, or something in nature that I’m inspired by, and kind of make things up as I go. This, combined with the hand-forged nature of my work, means that no two pieces of jewellery are the same. Wherever possible, my jewellery is made with recycled and sustainable materials and techniques.

Creative practice:

Silversmith and jewellery maker

Recognition:

I am a scientist and teacher by training, having earned my PhD in biology in 2015, and my Masters of Teaching in 2020.
I attended Silversmith classes at SquarePeg Studios in Marrickville, Sydney, for 2 years and when I moved to Armidale, continued my learning under the guidance of and through many a workshop with Richard Moon at the Maker’s Shed, Glen Innes.
In late 2022, I won an Arts North West grant to go towards materials for a new range of jewellery, which I’m currently working on.

Contact:
Siobhan O'Hanlon

Email: shop@bonniedeedesigns.com

Social media - @bonniedeedesigns
Website - www.bonniedeedesigns.com

LGA: Armidale Regional


Bronwyn Clarke

Bronwyn Clarke

Creative Practice:

Dress historian, historical dressmaker, also award-winning novelist

Artist statement:

I am a dress historian and maker with a particular interest in the role of sewing and dressmaking in the lives of ordinary women in rural Australia, and in historical sewing patterns and techniques of clothing construction. Clothing is a constant and intimate facet of daily life and a way in which we negotiate our identities. The making, wearing and mending of clothing is an integral aspect of everyday historical experience. My work is based in experimental history, using embodied methodology to explore the making, wearing and remaking of clothing as a fundamental aspect of women’s historical experience. Working from original patterns and dressmaking manuals, and using authentic historical techniques, my work explores and aims to amplify the high levels of skills ordinary women needed to clothe themselves and their familie, and to challenge aspects of the common discourse around women and fashion in past eras.

Recognition:

I have always been fascinated by historical dress and textiles and their role in the lives of ordinary people, and have always been drawn to make things. I hold a BA (Hons) from the University of New England, and am currently undertaking a Master of History. My Honours thesis studied late18th-centuryy British worsted textiles; in addition to analysing extant textiles, I recreated samples of historic textiles using hand-spinning and weaving techniques.

My historic clothing experience includes costume design and making for Canberra Repertory productions; five years working with the clothing collection at the Armidale Folk Museum (including constructing underpinnings to display19th-centuryy dresses); and many years researching and recreating historic clothing. I have taught workshops on aspects of costuming and textiles at the Jane Austen Festival Australia, Sydney Regency Weekends, and the Romance Writers of Australia conferences.

CONTACT:
Bronwyn Clarke

E: bronwyn@stitchinghistory.com
M: 0438 752011

Website: stitchinghistory.com

Instagram: @stitching.history

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stitchinghistory

Which Council area do you live in?:
Armidale Regional

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Daniel Elliott

Daniel Elliott

Creative Practice: 

Animation // Illustration // Video Production // Game Development // Photography // Creative Workshops

Artist Statement:

Daniel Elliott is a highly experienced Australian animator, photographer, and filmmaker with over 20 years of industry experience. He has worked in a variety of fields, including online marketing, television/streaming, and music video production, with the proceeds of this work being used to self-financed art, such as short films, comics, and independent game development. Daniel’s passion for art has taken his skill set and ideas around Australia as well as overseas.

In 2007, Daniel founded Visitors From Dreams, a production house that specializes in creating video content for advertising and television, as well as original short-form media and interactive entertainment. Throughout his career, Daniel has had the opportunity to work on advertising and marketing campaigns for brands such as Volkswagen, Coca-Cola, and Google, while also collaborating on and directing visual effects sequences in animated TV series for streaming services like Netflix. Daniel’s work in all mediums is known for its tactile nature, often utilizing tools such as vintage camera lenses and post-production effects like film grain to try and remove any and all digital sheen. He holds a core belief that imperfections are the key to creating work that feels entirely human in an increasingly digital age.

Growing up in the arts hub that is The Northern Rivers of NSW (currently residing in Armidale, New England, NSW), Daniel has been surrounded by creative media and the arts for the entirety of his life. However, without access to much in the way of arts education, he is entirely self-taught in all mediums. This has resulted in a melting pot of influences, from photographic styles such as Street Photography, more commonly associated with urban and city centers, to the marriage of visuals and music by filmmakers like Alby Falzon and David Elfick. Even 70s and 80s BBC animation from the UK, with its generally low budgets and herky-jerky appearance, plays a large role in his creative process thanks to its constant airtime on the ABC during his childhood. Daniel mixes these influencers and many more while striving to create media that is not just stereotypically Australian, but at its core is a unique reflection of Regional Australia and its people.

Recognition : 

Festival Screening
The Client Is Always Right - Setting Sun Film Festival


CONTACT:
Daniel Elliott

Phone: 0407 079 064

Email: visitorsfromdreams@gmail.com

Website: https://visitorsfromdreams.com/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/visitorsfromdreams/

Vimeo: Visitors From Dreams

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-elliott-41a26b28/