Rod Grigson Archives

Celebrating creativity and community ties in Melbourne-By Daleena Samarajiwa Much to discuss and delight in: The scene at Clayton Hall Source:Sundaytimes An exhibition of art, photography and books on April 30 brought out the diverse talents of Sri Lankan Australians, highlighting the connection between art and culture, people and place Sri Lankan Australian Inc. Art Photo and Book Exhibition in Melbourne last Sunday was a proud showcase of the talent that the Sri Lankan Australian community has to offer, and a reminder of the connection between art and culture, people and place. The event brought together Sri Lankan Australians from across Australia and Sri Lanka. It started off about six months ago, with an open invitation to the community’s artists, photographers, and authors at any stage of their career, to exhibit and sell their works free of charge for a day at Clayton Hall, the largest community hall in the ...

Life luck and learning: Gracious Grigson gives back – By Marcus Uhe Source : dandenong.starcommunity Having worked for the UN in both New York and the Middle East, Rod Grigson now calls Botanic Ridge home, and teaches creative writing at the Balla Balla Community Centre. 279564_01 Purchase this photo from Pic Store : 279564 Precede: Rod Grigson’s ambitions to travel took him to New York, the Middle East, and now Melbourne, where he has settled with his wife in Botanic Ridge. The IT specialist turned published author spoke to Gazette Journalist MARCUS UHE about his experiences and how they have shaped his outlook. Pull quote: “All my life, I have been able to move forward because someone has helped me. When you have the opportunity, you have to grasp it, you have to move forward yourself, but that initial leg-up is because someone has helped me.” A series of fortunate events ...