OFFICIAL INVITATION to Opening Night of the ODYSSEY EXHIBITION

Name: OFFICIAL INVITATION to Opening Night of the ODYSSEY EXHIBITION
Start: 2026-06-05T08:00:00+10:00
Location: Ladder Art Space

Schedule

Fri, 05 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 am

UTC+10:00

Location

Ladder Art Space | Melbourne, VI

Come join me for the official launch and celebration of my latest body of work,
'O D Y S S E Y', 10 months in the making
An art exhibition that presents painted depictions of ODYSSEUS' journey from Troy to Ithaka accompanied by mixed media wall sculptures imagining a story with a difference. Both distinct tales that can be interpreted as merging.
One night of inspired imagery seeped in myth and ancient storytelling traditions with a contemporary reimagining
***I promise there will be a Siren beckoning you from the window into the Gallery. On this special evening you will also be treated to words of wisdom by a team of creative individuals that, though strong willed, couldn't resist the call.
Host: Fur Wale (SHEtalks Austalia)
Official Launch : Author, Dr. John A. Martino
Special Guest: Poet, Alexandra Theodoropoulou
THE OPENING IS ON FRIDAY JUNE 5 6-8PM
81 DENMARK ST KEW, MELBOURNE
LADDER ART SPACE (GALLERY1)
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Extra info:
*THE SHOW RUNS UNTIL - JUNE 27 -
THE GALLERY IS OPEN FROM TUESDAY TO SATYURDAY
*PREVIEWS OF THE ART ARE AVAILABLE JUNE 4TH .BY APPOINTMENT
*AN ONLINE CATALOGUE MAY BE VEIWED ONE WEEK IN ADVANCE FROM THE GALLERY WEBSITE
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THE GUEST SPEAKERS
FUR WALE is a Learning and Development Consultant, a renowned keynote speaker, author, mentor and founder of SHE Talks®, working across education, corporate, government, and community sectors, collaborating with organizations like Vision Australia, Telstra, RMIT and University of Melbourne. Her work advances women and young people into leadership. Fur has an educational background in personal development training, meditation, sports psychology, women’s AFL coaching, human behavior, emotional intelligence, leadership, TV and radio presenting, and theatre stagecraft. She has a Degree in Health Sciences and in Film/Video and Photographic Arts.
DR. JOHN A. MARTINO is an Australian author and academic with a PhD in Classical History and Philosophy. His debut novel, Olympia: The Birth of the Games, has achieved international acclaim, winning First Place in the CIBA Chanticleer International Book Awards. Now in its fifth edition, John is turning his focus toward securing film rights for the story. A former Australian Defence Force veteran, Dr. Martino brings a unique depth of lived experience to his work. Beyond his writing and research, he is deeply committed to community advocacy and the Arts, championing cultural projects that celebrate history, identity, and visual storytelling.
DR. ALEXANDRA THEODOROPOULOU is an accomplished author and poet born and raised in Greece who is travelling from South Australia to join us on the night. Alexandra will be reading excerpts from her recent publication THE FEATHER BRIDLE OF LOVE centering on the romantic relationship between Calypso and Odysseus. Alexandra has published academic works and books on antiquity, philosophy, history and Greek culture. She has a Ph.D. in Political Sciences and History and Masters degrees in Philosophy and Law with distinguished diplomatic roles in her career.