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Nicole Welch and Ashleigh Garwood Finalists MAMA Art Foundation National Photography Prize 2016

Founded in 1983, the MAMA Art Foundation National Photography Prize is a biennial acquisitive award and exhibition showcasing the best in contemporary Australian photography.

Art news from Australia, published on Wednesday 27 April 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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James Guppy Finalist in Bayside Acquisitive Art Prize

The Bayside Acquisitive Art Prize is an annual award held by The Gallery at Bayside Arts and Cultural Centre in Victoria. James Guppy's major painting 'Negotiated Settlement', depicting billowing clouds and brawling businessmen from his 2015 exhibition 'In Flagrante Delicto', has been selected as a finalist.

Art news from Australia, published on Wednesday 27 April 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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Catherine O'Donnell at Fairfield City Museum and Gallery 'Drawn in Fairfield' - 21 May - 13 August 2016

21 May - 13 August 2016

Art news from Australia, published on Wednesday 27 April 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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$11.2m Invested In Australian Artists And Arts Projects

The Australia Council for the Arts has today announced $11.2 million of investment in Australian arts through its February grants round.

Art news from Australia, published on Tuesday 10 May 2016. Published by anonymous.

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Vale David Page

The Australia Council for the Arts is deeply saddened by the passing of acclaimed interdisciplinary artist David Page. Australia Council Executive Director Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Lydia Miller said David’s immense talent and esteemed career was integral to bringing Indigenous arts to a national and international audience.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Wednesday 11 May 2016. Published by anonymous.

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MCA 2016 ANNUAL APPEAL

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Art announcement from Australia, published on Monday 09 May 2016. Published by M.C.A..

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Farewell and thank you to Geoffrey Edwards

Geelong Gallery members tonight farewell long-term Director of the Geelong Gallery, Geoffrey Edwards. The Geelong Gallery Board, staff, members and volunteers thank Geoffrey for his incredible service to the Geelong Gallery and arts precinct of Geelong.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Thursday 28 April 2016. Published by Geelong Gallery.

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Jude Rae recipient of 2016 BVLGARI ART AWARD

Art Gallery of New South Wales deputy director and director of collections Suhanya Raffel today announced that highly regarded artist Jude Rae is the recipient of the $80,000 BVLGARI ART AWARD for her painting SL 359 2016.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Thursday 28 April 2016. Published by Art Gallery of New South Wales.

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Australia Council Salutes John ‘‘sandy’’ Atkinson

The Australia Council for the Arts today celebrates the life and mourns the passing of revered Bangerang Aboriginal elder, Uncle John ‘‘Sandy’’ Atkinson of Tatura aged 84. A proud Bangerang man, Uncle Sandy was an influential person in Aboriginal affairs at a local, state and national level, working tirelessly to keep culture strong.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Friday 22 April 2016. Published by anonymous.

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Sydney's premier cultural institutions go national

Three of Sydney’s premier cultural institutions – the Art Gallery of New South Wales (AGNSW), Carriageworks and the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA) – are establishing a major new exhibition partnership surveying the latest ideas and forms in contemporary Australian art: The National: New Australian Art.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Monday 25 April 2016. Published by Art Gallery of New South Wales.

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Anthony White Solo Exhibition at Metro Gallery, Melbourne As The Sleeper Wakes at Metro Gallery Opening 5th May

Metro Gallery presents the second solo show of Paris based artist Anthony White. White’s thirteen new paintings explore themes of gender, violence and identity within modernist Japanese, European and Australian cultures.
Anthony White

Art press release from Australia, published on Monday 25 April 2016. Published by AdminIndustries.

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Exhibition and Event Callout 2017 Contact Us Now!

Artists and Curators Everywhere! AirSpace Projects is seeking exhibition, event and non-live-in residency proposals for 2017. Unleash your wildest ideas! We'd love to hear from both past and new exhibitors who want to activate this space. Submit or contact us by Sunday 22 May 2016. Find out more: http://airspaceprojects.com/callout2017

Art announcement from Australia, published on Thursday 14 April 2016. Published by AirSpace Projects.

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Australia Council invests in the nation’s arts leaders

The first of a new suite of five leadership development opportunities is now open for applications from arts managers across Australia.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Thursday 31 March 2016. Published by anonymous.

Under Construction at Bundoora Homestead Art Centre Hosting six leading contemporary artists

For the first time, Bundoora Homestead Art Centre will host six leading contemporary artists, who will make new work in their galleries in an intensive residency from Wednesday 6 until Thursday 14 April 2016. The exhibition of this work, Under Construction will open Friday 15 April until Sunday 12 June 2016.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Monday 04 April 2016. Published by anonymous.

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New in the Stockroom: Lezlie Tilley

Eight new works by Lezlie Tilley are now available at the Gallery.

Art news from Australia, published on Sunday 03 April 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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New in the Stockroom: Al Munro

Five glistening screen prints from Munro's 'Mineral Crystal' series are now at the Gallery.

Art news from Australia, published on Sunday 03 April 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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New in the Stockroom: Robert Boynes

Last year, the Art Gallery of NSW purchased 'Blind Leading the Blind' for their permanent collection from Robert Boynes's solo exhibition 'In Plain Sight'.

Art news from Australia, published on Sunday 03 April 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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New in the Stockroom: Catherine O'Donnell

Two works by Catherine O'Donnell have just become available in our Gallery Stockroom.

Art news from Australia, published on Sunday 03 April 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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Peter Tilley at Maitland Regional Art Gallery Highlights from the MRAG Collection (12 February - 29 March)

Currently hanging in Maitland Regional Gallery’s exhibition of collection highlights (from 1957 - 2015) is Peter Tilley’s relief work ‘Shards with leaves and flowers’.

Art news from Australia, published on Sunday 03 April 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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Peter Tilley at Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre Black Harvest (23 April to 5 June 2016)

The next stop for Peter Tilley’s touring collaborative exhibition with Andy Devine is Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre. Black Harvest includes both individual and joint artworks by Devine and Tilley, with reference to the Hunter Valley Region.

Art news from Australia, published on Sunday 03 April 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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Catherine O'Donnell at Hawkesbury Regional Gallery Wait, Weep & Be Worthy: Women, The Home Front & War

Catherine O’Donnell’s intricately detailed drawing, 'Time for rounds', has been included in an upcoming exhibition at Hawkesbury Regional Gallery that reflects on the role of women during World War I.

Art news from Australia, published on Sunday 03 April 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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James Guppy at Orange Regional Gallery Best in Show: Dogs in Australian Art (9 April to 3 July)

Orange Regional Gallery pays homage to the varied representations of canines by Australian artists in their major exhibition loosely based on Steven Miller’s publication Dogs in Australian Art.

Art news from Australia, published on Sunday 03 April 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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Lezlie Tilley acquired by Newcastle Art Gallery

We are delighted to announce that Lezlie Tilley’s major work ’53. Part’ has been acquired by Newcastle Art Gallery.

Art news from Australia, published on Sunday 03 April 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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New in the Stockroom: Kevin McKay

A selection of new works by Kevin McKay have just arrived at Brenda May Gallery.

Art news from Australia, published on Wednesday 09 March 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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New in the Stockroom: Glen Clarke

A folded paper work by Gen Clarke is now available in our stockroom. 'Single Entity' was made using a single US dollar note.

Art news from Australia, published on Wednesday 09 March 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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Grayson Cooke Videos Now on online

Clips of Grayson Cooke's captivating video works are now available to view online.

Art news from Australia, published on Wednesday 09 March 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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Todd Fuller in 3D24D Sculpture, Animation, Video exhibition

Three works by Todd Fuller will be on view as a part of 3D24D Sculpture, Animation, Video at Ewart Gallery in Willoughby.

Art news from Australia, published on Wednesday 09 March 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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Catherine O'Donnell purchased by Parliament House Art Collection

The impressive drawing, 'Time for rounds', is now in the Parliament House Art Collection.

Art news from Australia, published on Wednesday 09 March 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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Waratah Lahy purchased by Canberra Museum + Gallery

Waratah Lahy's painting 'Double Stair' has entered Canberra Museum + Gallery's Permanent Collection.

Art news from Australia, published on Wednesday 09 March 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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Quarterly 2.2 Sixth edition of our Quarterly publication April - June 2016

We are pleased to present the sixth edition of our Quarterly publication which contains the exhibition information for April - June 2016.

Art news from Australia, published on Wednesday 09 March 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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New Board Members for ACMI

In further exciting news from an organisation undergoing significant transformation, ACMI (Australian Centre for the Moving Image) today announced changes to its Board membership.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Wednesday 30 March 2016. Published by anonymous.

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Australia Council announces artists for international residencies

The Australia Council has announced the recipients of its 10 international residency programs.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Wednesday 23 March 2016. Published by anonymous.

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Call for entries to the 2016 R & M McGivern prize for painting Artists are invited to address the theme of TEXT

The R & M McGivern Prize was established by the will of the late Muriel Evelyn McGivern and is a legacy of Muriel's support of the arts in Maroondah. In accordance with the will, the Prize is awarded every three years by the Trustee for an outstanding original art work in the medium of oil, gouache, acrylic or watercolour. The winning work will become property of the Maroondah City Art Collection.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Monday 28 March 2016. Published by anonymous.

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CENTRE FOR CONTEMPORARY PHOTOGRAPHY (CCP)

We invite you to join our membership community and belong to something contemporary

CCP Members share an active interest in contemporary photo-based art and enjoy a direct involvement in CCP exhibitions and activities. Their support enables the Centre to develop its aims and expand its services and programs.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Thursday 24 March 2016. Published by CCP.

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A passing of the baton for Major Performing Arts Panel Chairs

Australia Council Chair Mr Rupert Myer AO has today announced the appointment of Mr Adrian Collette AM as the new Chair of the Council’s Major Performing Arts (MPA) Panel.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Tuesday 22 March 2016. Published by anonymous.

THE MUSEUM OF MODERN ART - MOMA

MoMA’s 2016 David Rockefeller Award to be Presented

The Museum of Modern Art’s David Rockefeller Award will be presented to Laurence D. Fink, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of BlackRock, at a luncheon at the Museum on April 7. The Award is presented annually by MoMA to an individual from the business community who exemplifies enlightened generosity and effective advocacy of cultural and civic endeavors.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Monday 14 March 2016. Published by MOMA.

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20th Biennale of Sydney unveils works by 83 artists from 35 countries presented across seven ‘Embassies of Thought’

The Asia Pacific region’s largest contemporary visual arts event features 83 artists hailing from 35 countries and is presented free to the public across seven venues or ‘Embassies of Thought’ and multiple ‘in-between spaces’ around the inner city, from Friday 18 March until 5 June 2016.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Tuesday 15 March 2016. Published by anonymous.

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ACMI appoints James Hewison to head up film programs

ACMI (Australian Centre for the Moving Image) has appointed film industry specialist James Hewison as its new Head of Film Programs.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Tuesday 15 March 2016. Published by anonymous.

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Associate Director Kathy Halbreich Named the First Laurenz Foundation Curator at MoMA

The Museum of Modern Art is pleased to announce that Associate Director Kathy Halbreich will be the first Laurenz Foundation Curator, a newly endowed position.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Thursday 03 March 2016. Published by MOMA.

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Australia Council welcomes the appointment of Christine Simpson Stokes

Australia Council Chair Rupert Myer AO has today welcomed the appointment of Christine Simpson Stokes to the Council’s Board.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Wednesday 02 March 2016. Published by anonymous.

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Video of Yering Station Sculpture Prize 2015 winning kinetic sculpture, Murmuring, by Alex Sanson

Yering Station Sculpture Prize 2015: Judged by: Lisa Fehily - Fehily Contemporary Max Delany - Senior Curator Contemporary Art, National Gallery of Victoria Victoria Lynn - Director, TarraWarra Museum of Art
Alex Sanson

Art blog story from Australia, published on Wednesday 09 March 2016. Published by Alex Sanson.

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Genèvre Becker’s artwork received as finalists for the 10th Arte Laguna Art Prize and the Wyndham Art Prize this month

Genèvre Becker, sculptor and installation artist, will be presenting her work in two art prizes this month. The work will be featured at the 10th Arte Laguna Art Prize in Venice, Italy, and also at the Wyndham Art Prize in Werribee, Victoria.
Genevre Becker

Art announcement from Australia, published on Monday 07 March 2016. Published by anonymous.

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JAMES PARRETT wins the prestigious 2016 Montalto Sculpture Prize

James Parrett has won the Montalto Sculpture Prize for his work M-Twentyfour (Biggest). Congratulations to James who received the $30,000 Prize. His work M-Twentyfour (Biggest) will join the other 26 permanent pieces in the Montalto Sculpture Collection, including the 13 previous Prize winners.
James Parrett

Art announcement from Australia, published on Friday 04 March 2016. Published by Gould Galleries.

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Australia Council honours leading artists with 2016 awards

The 2016 Australia Council awards will honour eight distinguished Australian artists who have made an exceptional contribution to the arts over many years.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Tuesday 01 March 2016. Published by anonymous.

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OTOMYS: Global Contemporary Art Opens a New Gallery Space in Melbourne Launching 8 new contemporary artists

After 4 years of consistent growth in the world of Art, Otomys online art gallery has now opened a physical Otomys gallery space in Melbourne.

Art press release from Australia, published on Tuesday 01 March 2016. Published by OTOMYS.

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Melbourne-based Artist Kathy Temin To Create ‘the Koala Room’

The Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA)announces the fifth commission for the Bella Room, to create a new interactive installation for people with specific needs, with the appointment of Melbourne-based artist Kathy Temin. The artwork, which will be situated in the MCA’s pioneering National Centre for Creative Learning, will be unveiled in June 2016.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Thursday 25 February 2016. Published by M.C.A..

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APAM 2016 places Brisbane firmly on the global stage

Brisbane City Council Lord Mayor Graham Quirk today officially opened the Australian Performing Arts Market (APAM) 2016 at Brisbane Powerhouse, declaring the event would bring an influx of visitors to the city and shine a light on Australian arts and culture.

Art news from Australia, published on Monday 22 February 2016. Published by anonymous.

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SWELL Sculpture Festival Calls for Submissions Over $25,000 in Awards

SWELL Sculpture Festival, Queensland’s premier outdoor art event, will once again showcase a diverse collection of works by more than 50 Australian and international artists to an estimated audience of more than 270,000, from September 9 – 18.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Thursday 18 February 2016. Published by anonymous.

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Grayson Cooke at Murray Art Museum Albury 3 March - 3 April 2016

"Artist Grayson Cooke works across disciplines as both a scholar and media artist to explore the way we archive our personal lives, our society and culture, and our environment. Grayson examines how we store these material memories, and how we relate to them both individually and as nations..." - MAMA

Art news from Australia, published on Tuesday 16 February 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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Tanmaya Bingham in On the Body Cambridge, Massachusetts 11 February – 12 March 2016

Tanmaya Bingham's work will be on display in Massachesetts at Gallery 263 for the exhibition On the Body. This national juried show has been selected by Ruth Erickson, Associate Curator at The Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston.

Art news from Australia, published on Tuesday 16 February 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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New in the Stockroom: Lezlie Tilley 'Traces from my garden' series, 2016

Six new works by Lezlie Tilley have just arrived at the Gallery that continue her investigations into cataloging and recording nature.

Art news from Australia, published on Tuesday 16 February 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

Andy Devine and Peter Tilley, 'Response No. 20' 2015 image

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Peter Tilley in A Dirty Business at Newcastle Art Gallery 20 February – 15 May 2016

This exhibition is a look at Newcastle-based artists Peter Tilley, Andy Devine and Andrew Styan's collaborative and solo practices, focusing on their conceptual similarities.

Art news from Australia, published on Tuesday 16 February 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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Todd Fuller co-curates Just Draw, Newcastle Art Gallery featuring work from 'Little Star' + Catherine O'Donnell

Curators Todd Fuller and Lisa Woolfe have brought together artworks in a variety of mediums that reveal the multifaceted nature of contemporary drawing practices for 'Just Draw', 6 February – 1 May 2016.

Art news from Australia, published on Tuesday 16 February 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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Al Munro, 'Hyperbolic Infinite V' 2015 image

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Call for Proposals: Op Art, 2016

Brenda May Gallery is seeking proposals from professional practising artists in Australia and New Zealand for the curated exhibition Op Art.

Art news from Australia, published on Tuesday 16 February 2016. Published by MAY SPACE.

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Last Chance | Mouthfeel curated by Megan Fizell

LAST CHANCE: Mouthfeel, curated by Megan Fizell. On view until 10 December, 2015.

Art news from Australia, published on Tuesday 08 December 2015. Published by MAY SPACE.

Mylyn Nguyen, 'Home' 2015 46 x 55 x 50cm image

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Mylyn Nguyen | Wok of Art

Tiger Beer commissioned Mylyn Nguyen to create a piece for their Wok of Art campaign. Mylyn transformed a Singaporean street food wok into the launching pad for a swarm of hand-crafted bees.

Art news from Australia, published on Tuesday 08 December 2015. Published by MAY SPACE.

James Guppy, 'Understanding' 2015, acrylic on linen 43 x 30cm image

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New in the Stockroom | James Guppy

New to the Stockroom are two acrylic on linen paintings by James Guppy. To see all of James Guppy's available works.

Art announcement from Australia, published on Tuesday 08 December 2015. Published by MAY SPACE.

James Guppy 'The Valley of Sufficient Requirements' 2015 image

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James Guppy + Lezlie Tilley | Finalists

Congratulations to Lezlie Tilley and James Guppy who are finalists in the Gold Coast Art Prize. Guppy's entry is his painting 'The Valley of Sufficient Requirements' from his recent exhibition In Flagrante Delicto.

Art news from Australia, published on Tuesday 08 December 2015. Published by MAY SPACE.

Al Munro, group image of crocheted forms, 2015 image

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Colour Code Exhibition | CCAS

Represented artists Al Munro and Waratah Lahy are a part of a joint exhibition with Kirsten Farrell at Canberra Contemporary Art Space. This exhibition aims to explore notions of colour, line and light in different ways. Colour Code will be on view from 11 to 20 December 2015.

Art news from Australia, published on Tuesday 08 December 2015. Published by MAY SPACE.

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Al Munro + Melinda Le Guay | Hazelhurst Regional Gallery and Arts Centre

Represented artists Melinda Le Guay and Al Munro have been curated into the exhibition Patternation at Hazelhurst Regional Gallery and Arts Centre, on view 12 December 2015 to 7 February 2016.

Art news from Australia, published on Tuesday 08 December 2015. Published by MAY SPACE.

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