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Andreas GURSKY
German 1955–
Pyongyang I, 2007
C-Print
307.0 x 215.5 x 6.2 cm
© Andreas Gursky /VG Bild-Kunst. Licensed by VISCOPY, Australia
Courtesy: Monika Sprüth / Philomene Magers, Cologne Munich London
Top image:
Andreas GURSKY
German 1955–
F1 Boxenstopp I, 2007
C-Print 188.0 x 508.0 x 6.2 cm
© Andreas Gursky /VG Bild-Kunst.
Licensed by VISCOPY, Australia
Courtesy: Monika Sprüth / Philomene Magers, Cologne Munich London
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See the work of one of the world’s leading contemporary international photographers, Andreas Gursky. Through a combination of enormous scale and the most precise detail, this major exhibition shows how photography has been pushed to extreme lengths. An amazing exhibition that should not be missed!
21 NOV 08 – 22 FEB 09
Cost $15 Adult / $7.50 NGV Member / $12 Concession
Venue NGV International, 180 St Kilda Road
Lead Supporter International Art Ernst & Young
The exhibition
Andreas Gursky is organised by Haus der Kunst, Munich. The artist is represented by Monika Sprüth Philomene Magers / Cologne Munich London and Matthew Marks / New York.
Program highlights for this exhibition include:
- Free Voluntary Guide Tours#
Daily, 1.30pm (exhibition fees apply, excludes 24–26 Dec & 31 Dec – 1 Jan)
- Floor Talk: Exhibition Introduction#
Sat 22 Nov & Mon 24 Nov, 12.30pm
Speaker Dr Isobel Crombie, exhibition co-ordinating curator & Senior Curator, Photography
- Short Talk: Photography – The Düsseldorf Academy*
Wed 3 Dec, 11.30am
Join us as we discuss the photography of Düsseldorf Academy graduates Thomas Ruff, Thomas Struth, Candida Hofer and Andreas Gursky.
Speaker Susan van Wyk, Curator, Photography
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NGV Members enjoy exclusive benefits and an exciting calendar of events and programs.
For more information or to join, phone 03 8662 1522 / 8620 2233
or visit ngv.vic.gov.au/ngvmembers
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Rennie Ellis
Australia 1940–2003
Jenny Bannister and girls, Melbourne Cup 1978
35mm colour slide
Rennie Ellis Photographic Archive, Melbourne
© Rennie Ellis Photographic Archive
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Renowned Australian photographer Rennie Ellis documented the richness and diversity of contemporary life. See over 200 photographs that captured the glitz, glamour and unconventional behaviours of Australian society during the 1970s–80s.
31 OCT 08 – 22 FEB 09
Venue The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia
ngv.vic.gov.au/rennieellis
Program highlights for this exhibition include:
- Floor Talk: Exhibition Introduction
Wed 5 Nov, 12.30pm
Speaker Susan van Wyk, Curator, Photography
- Late Night Thursdays @ NGV Australia: Art Chat
- Thu 13 Nov, 6pm
Prominent Melbourne fashion designer Jenny Bannister reflects on wild times with Rennie Ellis, plus enjoy a performance by Wayne Duncan (Daddy Cool) and Jeff Burstin (Jo Jo Zep & The Falcons)
- Thu 20 Nov, 6pm
Singer/songwriter Glenn Shorrock of Little River Band fame remembers Rennie Ellis and the Australian music scene of the 70s and 80s, plus enjoy a performance by Ross Hannaford and Wayne Duncan (Daddy Cool)
- Floor Talk: The Rennie Ellis Archive
Sat 22 Nov, 2pm
Speaker Manuela Furci, Director, Rennie Ellis Photographic Archive
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Every Thursday, 5–9pm
Every Thursday until 9pm, explore an exciting exhibition, the free NGV Collection, or the many great programs on offer.
Starting in November, enjoy Art Chat, a free talk by special guest speakers including Jenny Bannister, Rod Quantock and many more.
NGV Members receive a free glass of wine on entry! (until 11 Dec 08)
November Program
- Thu 6 Nov
6pm Stephen Gilchrist Introductory Floor Talk to Across the desert exhibition
6.30pm Indonesian Gamelan Performance
- Thu 13 Nov
5pm James Quirk DJ, plays Australian tunes from the 70s–80s
6pm Art Chat: Jenny Bannister, prominent Melbourne fashion designer, reflects on wild times with Rennie Ellis
6.30pm Wayne Duncan (bass guitar, Daddy Cool) and Jeff Burstin (guitar, Jo Jo Zep & The Falcons) perform instrumental favourites from the 70s to now
7.30pm James Quirk DJ
- Thu 20 Nov
5pm James Quirk DJ, plays Australian tunes from the 70s–80s
6pm Art Chat: Glenn Shorrock singer/songwriter of Little River Band fame, remembers Rennie Ellis and the Australian music scene of the 70s and 80s
6.30pm Ross Hannaford (singer and lead guitar, Daddy Cool) and Wayne Duncan (bass, Daddy Cool) perform old and new favourites
7.30pm James Quirk DJ
- Thu 27 Nov
5pm James Quirk DJ, plays ambient music
6pm Art Chat: Rod Quantock comedian, discusses photographs from the Hubble space telescope and the art of the universe
6.30pm James Quirk DJ
Saturdays, until 14 Mar 09, 12noon–3pm (excludes 27 Dec)
Kids can join in the art activities that relate to the NGV’s first exhibition for children and families. Ages 3+. Parent/carer supervision required.
- Thu 13 Nov, 2pm
18th Century Secretaires (Writing cabinets) in the NGV Collection
Speaker Dr Matthew Martin, Assistant Curator, Decorative Arts & Antiquities
- Fri 21 Nov, 12.30pm
18th Century White French Porcelain in the NGV Collection
Speakers Amanda Dunsmore, Curator Decorative Arts & Antiquities and Dr Matthew Martin, Assistant Curator, Decorative Arts & Antiquities
Wed 26 Nov, 12.30pm
Speaker Sophie Matthiesson, Assistant Curator, International Art
*Fees apply, bookings essential
#Exhibition entry fees apply
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