Fairy tales are a difficult theme to tackle. After all, there are so many cultural influences on the folkloric oeuvre. Is the frog a prince or a princess? That depends on the country where you encounter the fairy tale. Is there an evil witch? Maybe she eats children or confuses travellers; or maybe she is… Read More »
How to nourish yourself with art during the holiday season? When many galleries take a break from their busy curatorial schedules and go into a refurbishment mode, it can be a little frustrating to get your regular art fix. For example, a couple of years ago on a trip to Versailles, I had the purpose… Read More »
For those who enjoy quirky, original art spaces with lots of character, Tiny Tree Gallery is a hidden Brisbane treasure. Last Friday I had the pleasure of attending an opening night for a solo exhibition of Cameron Seymour’s art, titled “Near and far,” and an exhibit bringing together the innovative thinking of Jeoffrey Schweitzer (“He… Read More »
VIRTUAL EXHIBITION: The gems of the Australian Outback Who does not like to get away for a bit of a re-charge in the country? It could be a quick weekend getaway, or if you are after a more substantial switch off from your everyday life/work/problems, a longer, farther trip may provide a more fruitful immersion… Read More »
Having never been to the Musée Picasso in Paris, I made it my mission to pay a visit on my long-awaited journey to Europe. I must say I was not disappointed. Picasso arrived in Paris in 1900, during a Paris Expo, and it became his home for… well, the rest of his life! So, if… Read More »
If there is one place in Brisbane that can bring together great exhibitions, painting classes of the highest quality, and a versatile art space for both emerging and experienced artists – it is Marcel Desbiens’s studio in Bowen Hills. The latest exhibition at the venue, titled “Painting for Peace,” showcases 52 works from 16 established… Read More »
Adelaide is a bit of an enigma – it may not be Sydney or Melbourne, but it can certainly rival them with its vibrant art scene. Current feature exhibition at the Art Gallery of South Australia from Musée d’Orsay, Colours of Impressionism, is a perfect example of the level of art engagement evident in South… Read More »
“The Last Shilling” Exhibition by Queensland Military History Society (QMHS) gives a glimpse of the intimate, personal details of the horrors, hopes and uncertainties experienced by the men and women serving their military duty far in the Great War. As a country of less than 5 million people, Australia contributed close to 420,000 men who… Read More »
I love going to the NGV. Even as you approach the building, the glass waterfall at the entrance makes for an inviting composition, curtained in with minimalist brick walls. The elegant yet earthy welcome is underscored by the always-friendly, impeccable staff in every facet of the gallery. Combined with a world-class quality exhibition, it makes… Read More »
I was really looking forward to this exhibition. Contemporary art practice of five generations of women congregated in one place. Pressed for writing deadlines, I didn’t research the exhibition before my visit. But that shouldn’t be an issue for an opening night visit, right? Wrong. As I entered the room, the attention grabber was a… Read More »