Patricia PICCININI<br/> <em>Nest</em> (2006) <!-- (view 1) --><br /> enamel paint on fibreglass, leather, plastic, metal, rubber, mirror, transparent synthetic polymer resin, glass<br /> (a-b) 104.2 x 197.0 x 186.4 cm (variable) (installation)<br /> ed. 2/3<br /> National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne<br /> Purchased, Victorian Foundation for Living Australian Artists, 2006<br /> 2006.415.a-b<br /> © Courtesy of the artist <!--81434-->
Patricia PICCININI
Nest (2006)
enamel paint on fibreglass, leather, plastic, metal, rubber, mirror, transparent synthetic polymer resin, glass
(a-b) 104.2 x 197.0 x 186.4 cm (variable) (installation)
ed. 2/3
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased, Victorian Foundation for Living Australian Artists, 2006
2006.415.a-b
© Courtesy of the artist

Family, Identity and Belonging Through Art
Levels F–6

Mon–Fri, 10am, 11.30am, 1pm & 2.30pm
NGV Australia

Get ready to discover how artists bring family stories to life! Explore a dynamic range of artworks from Mother: Stories from the NGV Collection and other displays at NGV Australia to discover stories about love, identity, culture and Country. Through lively discussion, learn how artists use art to explore relationships, express identity and share meaningful stories about family and connection.

Students will:

  • Explore how artists represent family, belonging and connection through different artforms
  • Identify the ways artworks can communicate stories about culture, identity and care
  • Share ideas about family, inspired by works from the NGV Collection

Duration: 1 hour
Cost: $11 per student

We require four weeks notice for all bookings.

Changes to your booking must be made in writing. Changes can be made up to 14 days prior to your visit. Invoices will be sent prior to the visit. Full program fees will be incurred for late cancellations or amendments.

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