Image:Andreas GURKSY,  Paris, Montparnasse

Image: Andreas GURKSY, Engadin II
Andreas GURSKY
German 1955–
Engadin II, 2006
C-Print
307.0 x 205.0 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–
Paris, Montparnasse, 1993
C-Print
187 x 427,8 x 6.2 cm
© Andreas Gursky /VG Bild-Kunst. Licensed by VISCOPY, Australia
Courtesy: Monika Sprüth / Philomene Magers, Cologne Munich London

Andreas Gursky – Now showing!

For the first time in Australia view a collection of seminal works by internationally acclaimed contemporary artist, Andreas Gursky. See Gursky's large-scale and extraordinarily detailed photographs of contemporary life in this must-see exhibition.

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)
  • 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
  • Short Course: Andreas Gursky & Contemporary Photography*
    Thu 5, 12 & 19 Feb, 6.30pm
    Join us for this in depth look at his oeuvre and the impact of his practice on contemporary photography and the way we see the world.
    Speaker Dr Daniel Palmer, Senior lecturer, Art & Design, Monash University
  • Colloquium: Philosophies, Histories and Ontologies*
    Sun 22 Feb, 2.30–4.30pm
    • The Distant View
      Speaker Professor Claudia Terstappen, artist & Professor of Fine Arts, Monash University
    • Andreas Gursky After the Vanishing Point
      Speaker Professor Sean Cubitt, Media & Communications, The University of Melbourne
    • Photography and Globalisation
      Speaker Dr Daniel Palmer, Senior lecturer, Art & Design, Monash University


Image: NGV Members enjoying an exclusive event

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Image:  Rat with a chestnut
JAPANESE
Rat with a chestnut (19th century), Japan
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne Purchased, 1890

  Image: Free Entry

The cricket and the dragon: Animals in Asian Art

This school holidays take a fun look at animals in Asian art. Aimed at children of all ages, this exhibition includes 120 works that depict both real and imaginary animals across a variety of media.

17 OCT 08 – 15 MAR 09
Venue NGV International, 180 St Kilda Road
ngv.vic.gov.au/cricketandthedragon/

Program highlights for this exhibition include:

  • Lecture: From Conservation to Exhibition*
    Thu 11 Dec, 12.30pm
    This presentation will include an explanation of a number of the treatments that were undertaken for the exhibition, along with research into materials and techniques used to create many of the various artworks.
    Speakers Ruth Shervington, Senior Conservator, Paper & Louise Wilson, Conservator, Paper
  • Art Sparks: The cricket and the dragon
    Saturdays, until 14 Mar (excludes 27 Dec) & Mon 12 Jan, Wed 14 – Fri 16 Jan, 12noon–3pm
    Kids can join in the art activities that relate to NGV’s first exhibition for children and families. Ages 3+. Parent/carer supervision required.
  • Family Day: The cricket and the dragon
    Sun 7 Dec, 11am–3pm
    See artist Tom Ripon at work sculpting a large baby elephant from wire mesh, be entertained by KITA Performing Arts Company at 11am when they present Tricky Tales a performance based around three traditional stories from Korea, China and Indonesia. Paint an animal picture and make an origami jumping frog from 12noon.
  • Demonstration: Indian Miniature Painting
    Sat 10 Jan, 1–3pm
    Once an art form for kings, Indian miniature painting has a long and rich tradition that continues today. Come and see an artist at work as she demonstrates her skill to create beautifully detailed miniature paintings. There will also be opportunity for questions and discussion. Children and families welcome.
    Presenter Nusra Qureshi, artist

NGV Program Highlights!

  • Late Night Thursdays @ NGV Australia
    Every Thursday, 5–9pm
    Enjoy our new Art Chat program and listen to talks by specialist guests from the arts and cultural community. NGV Members receive a free glass of wine on entry! (until 11 Dec)
    Cost Entry to NGV Australia for Late Night Thursdays is free. Admission fees may apply for some exhibitions.
    December Program
    • Thu 4 Dec
      5pm James Quirk DJ, plays ambient music
      6pm Art Chat: Bronwyn Eager of Siren talks about the design process
    • Thu 11 Dec
      5pm James Quirk DJ, plays ambient music throughout the evening
      6pm Art Chat: Stuart Purves Director of Australian Galleries discusses his life in the arts, past, present and future, and his thoughts on the important role visual art plays in the national and international psyche.
      6.30pm James Quirk DJ
  • Centenary of Victorian Women’s Suffrage 1908–2008
    Floor Talks: Focus On Women Artists
    In 1908, Victorian women were granted suffrage after a lengthy political campaign. Join NGV curators for focus talks on amazing women and women artists represented in the NGV Collection.
    • Sun 30 Nov, 11am
      Australian Women Artists of the 19th & early 20th Century
      Speaker Humphrey Clegg, Assistant Curator, Australian Art
    • Thu 4 Dec, 2pm
      Contemporary Australian Women Artists
      Speaker Emma Mayall, Assistant Curator, Contemporary Art

  • Floor Talk: Recollections of Rennie
    Sun 7 Dec, 2pm
    Photographers in the circle of Rennie Ellis discuss life and work with the celebrated Australian photographer, followed by a screening of Girl in a Mirror: A Portrait of Carol Jerrems at 3.30pm.
    Speakers Paul Cox, photographer and filmmaker, and Robert Ashton, photographer

*Fees apply, bookings essential
#Exhibition entry fees apply

 

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