Apply for The Finders Keepers Market in Sydney

Applications are now being accepted for the Sydney and Brisbane locations of The Finders Keepers market. The Finders Keepers Market is a bi-annual event that showcases the work of over 60 emerging designers and artists from Sydney local designers to areas all around Australia. Their first markets were held on December 5th & 6th 2008 at CarriageWorks in Sydney’s innerwest. With an amazing array of talent and people pouring in from all around Sydney, the Finders Keepers continues to introduce new and exciting both local and Australia wide designers and artists.

The next markets are:
Saturday 31st October from 12pm – 9pm
Sunday 1st November from 10am – 5pm

The markets will be held at:
The Old Museum
Cnr Bowen Bridge Road & Gregory Terrace,
Herston

Go here to find out how to submit your application.

Robert Bradford is a British artist renowned for his vibrant and imaginative sculptures crafted from recycled soft toys and other found materials. His “Toy Stories” series showcases life-size and larger-than-life representations of animals and humans, meticulously assembled from an array of colorful plastic bits, buttons, brushes, combs, and parts of clothes pegs.

Each sculpture is a playful yet poignant commentary on consumerism and the disposable nature of modern society. By repurposing discarded toys, Bradford breathes new life into these objects, transforming them into captivating works of art that invite viewers to reflect on themes of waste and sustainability. ?

Bradford’s soft toy sculptures have garnered international acclaim, with his works displayed in galleries and exhibitions worldwide. His innovative approach to art continues to inspire and engage audiences, bridging the gap between childhood nostalgia and contemporary artistic expression.?

For more information on Robert Bradford’s “Toy Stories” series and to explore his gallery, visit his official website.

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