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Exhibitions closing this monthThis month, two key exhibitions will close at the NGV. Juan Davila at NGV International must close this Sunday at 5pm, and Howard Arkley, at NGV Australia will close on 25 February. Don’t miss out! Hurry! Last week to see Juan DavilaThere are only a few days left to catch Juan Davila. This major solo exhibition examines the work of one of Australia’s most innovative and influential painters. Juan Davila’s complex, beautiful and challenging paintings are known for their interrogation of cultural, sexual and social identities. This exhibition is organised & toured by the Museum of Contemporary Art, Sydney. Date Until 4 Feb 2007
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Howard ArkleyMost commonly known as a painter of Australian suburbia, Howard Arkley derived his inspiration from many sources. Visit Howard Arkley and examine the influences behind many of his iconic, airbrushed works – including punk music, architecture, patterning and design, comics, tattooing and the history of art. Date Until 25 Feb 2007
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February Public and NGV Members Programs not to be missed! Walker Evans Hitchhikers, vicinity Vicksburg, Mississippi 1936 printed c.1975 National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne Purchased, 1975
* Fees apply. Bookings essential. # Exhibition entry fees apply.
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NGV Members Tom Roberts arrived Australia 1869 Shearing the rams 1888–90 oil on canvas on composition board 122.4 x 183.3 cm Felton Bequest, 1932 National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne WIN a private tour of Australian ImpressionismSimply refer a new NGV Member before 23 March 2007 in the ‘Member Get Member’ promotion and you will enter the draw to win a private tour of the Australian Impressionism exhibition for you and four friends conducted by Terence Lane, NGV Curator of Australian Art. Drinks and canapés in the NGV Members Room will also be included PLUS a free exhibition catalogue. You can increase your chances of winning this prize by joining as many new Members as you wish. Date To be arranged with the winner NGV Members After Hours Viewing – Sneakers: Classics To CustomsJoin the NGV Curator of International Fashion and Textiles, Roger Leong, for Friday night drinks at this private viewing of the popular Sneakers exhibition. Mingle with your fellow NGV Members with catering on arrival, followed by an overview by Roger and private exhibition viewing. Date Friday 9 Feb, 6.30–8.30pm
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Buddha 2550 years – The Exhibition An extraordinary exhibition showcasing hundreds of Buddha images opens in Melbourne Town Hall on 26 February to celebrate Buddha’s 2,550th birthday. This display includes sacred relics of Shakyamuni Buddha, statues from major temples in Victoria and paintings from illustrious Buddhist artists. Daily activities include blessings, meditation, Dharma talks, tea ceremonies, calligraphy and daily Curatorial tours. The 4 March closing will feature a lantern festival at Federation Square.
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For all program bookingsPh (03) 8662 1555
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