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Marina Strocchi interview with Studio International

Ahead of her solo exhibition opening in December, an interview with Marina Strocchi has been featured on Studio International. In the interview with Janet McKenzie Marina discusses her art practice and years spent living in central Australia. To read the article, please click here. Marina Strocchi’s forthcoming 2022…
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Martin Smith in Vault Magazine

Martin Smith is currently featured in the November 2022 — January 2023 issue of Vault magazine. The photo essay includes writing by Alison Kubler that encapsulates Martin’s photographic practice and the interplay between photography and text within his work. As Kubler writes: “this tension between word and image…
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Michael Cook wins 2022 Fisher’s Ghost Art Award

Congratulations to Michael Cook, winner of the 2022 Fisher’s Ghost Art Award for his work ‘Resort ‘ from the series ‘Fake’. Queensland-based photographer Michael Cook masterfully teases out the fictitious possibilities of familiar narratives. Over the last decade, he has produced photographic works that interrogate the legacy of colonisation and…
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Drew Connor Holland in the 2022 Brett Whiteley Travelling Scholarship

Congratulations to Drew Connor Holland who is a finalist in the 2022 Brett Whiteley Travelling Scholarship. Established by Ms Beryl Whiteley in memory of her late son Brett Whiteley, this prestigious scholarship aims to support the ongoing career development of the shortlisted entrants. Drew is among 5 shortlisted entrants commended…
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India Mark, Ignis IV, 2022

India Mark in the Evelyn Chapman Award

Congratulations to India Mark who is finalist in the 2022 Evelyn Chapman Art Award. Facilitated by S.H. Ervin Gallery, this biannual prize is awarded to an Australian painter aged under 45 and aims to bolster the education and career opportunities with their art practice in Australia or internationally. For…
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Michael Cook at Tweed Regional Gallery

An exhibition of works from Michael Cook’s series, ‘The Mission’, is now open at Tweed Regional Gallery. The Mission – Michael Cook 21 October – 30 April 2023 The Anthony Gallery, Tweed Regional Gallery For more information, please click here. Image credit: Michael Cook, ‘The Mission (Typical…
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Ben Quilty, 'The Alien, Cook’s Death, After Zoffany’, 2022, oil on linen, 202.0 x 625.0 cm

Artists at 2022 Bangkok Art Biennale

Congratulations to Ben Quilty, Sylia Kanytjupai Ken, Iluwanti Ken and Zaachariaha Fielding whose work is included in the 2022 Bangkok Biennale. Running for 4 months, the Bangkok Art Biennale spans across an array of arts and cultural venues and landmarks, creating an immersive experience for visitors to the city. This…
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Fred Fowler on ‘Talking with Painters’ podcast

Fred Fowler has been interviewed by Maria Stoljar for an episode of the ‘Talking with Painters’ podcast. In the episode, Fowler discusses his studio practice, approach to painting (and the challenges that come with it) and his creative influences. To listen to the episode, please click here. Image credit:…
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Marina Strocchi in the Kangaroo Valley Art Prize

Congratulations to Marina Strocchi who has been announced as a finalist in the 2022 Kangaroo Valley Art Prize. The Kangaroo Valley Art Prize is a biennial contemporary art award that attracts entries from around Australia. Forming part of the Arts in the Valley Festival program, the exhibition of finalists will be…
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Jason Fitzgerald in Home Beautiful Magazine

A profile on Jason Fitzgerald features in the latest edition of Home Beautiful Magazine. Jason discusses his ceramic and sculpture and gives us a glimpse into his studio. To read more on Jason Fitzgerald and to view artworks, please click here. Image credit: Jason Fitzgerald in his studio, John…
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David Griggs in conversation at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

David Griggs will join Maria Stoljar (from Talking with Painters) for an in conversation event at the Art Gallery of New South Wales on Wednesday, 28 September. The eight times Archibald Prize finalist will discuss his energetic paintings that tap into the raw undercurrents of society and human conditions. Artists…
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Michael Cook in 2022 Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Photography Award

Congratulations to Michael Cook who is a finalist in the 2022 Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Photography Award with his work, ‘Enculturation #2’. This prestigious acquisitive award is open to artists working in contemporary photography and the major prize winner will be announced 11 October. Visitors to HOTA can see…
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Monica Rohan and Leonard Brown in the 2022 Brisbane Portrait Prize

Congratulations to Monica Rohan and Leonard Brown who have both been announced as finalists in the 2022 Brisbane Portrait Prize with their works ‘Asha Jeffries’ and ‘The Cypriot / Chris Gaynor’. The artists discuss their portraits below: “I’ve painted Asha with an open, relaxed pose and direct gaze reflecting the…
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Gerwyn Davies exhibition ‘Pleasure’ at The Calile Hotel

A new body of work by Gerwyn Davies is now on display in the pop up exhibition, ‘Pleasure’ at The Calile Hotel in Brisbane. In early 2022, Davies was given unprecedented access to The Calile Hotel as artist-in-residence, utilising the distinct architecture as the backdrop for a new series. An…
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Jacqueline Hennessy in the 2022 Portia Geach Memorial Art Prize

Congratulations to Jacqueline Hennessy who has been announced as a finalist in the 2022 Portia Geach Memorial Art Prize with her work, ‘The Judging (self portrait)’. Named in memory of artist Portia Geach, this prestigious prize celebrates excellence in portraiture painting by Australian women artists. The Portia Geach Memorial Art…
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