Art Galleryof Western Australia

Preview

summer 07

Art Gallery of Western AustraliaPerth Cultural Centre, James Street Mall, Perth WA 6000Postal address: PO Box 8363, Perth Business Centre, Perth WA 6849t: 08 9492 6600 f: 08 9492 6655 e: admin@artgallery.wa.gov.auInternet: www.artgallery.wa.gov.auInfoline: 08 9492 6622

Opening Hours: 10.00am –5.00pm daily.Closed Christmas Day

Admission to the Gallery is free. An entry charge may apply to special exhibitions.

cover illustration from ‘Raised by Wolves’:Darren SylvesterThe Object of Social Acceptance Is To Forfeit Individual Dreams, 2003 lambda print, 120 x 120cm Courtesy of the artist, Sullivan & Strumpf Fine Art and William Mora Gallery

2007 is shaping up to be a very exciting year at the Art Gallery of Western Australia.

Alan R Dodge

Foreword

‘Raised by Wolves’, a focal event of the 2007 UWA PerthInternational Arts Festival, showcases the works of 25 talented international and Australian artists. This intriguingexhibition, which opens in February, focuses on the exploration of alternative family structures, enticing possibilities and the frightening realities of living outsidemainstream society.

One of our most popular exhibitions will be on once againin March. ‘Year 12 Perspectives 2006’ features a dynamicdisplay of work by 2006 West Australian TEE Art and Artand Design students, providing audiences with the oppor-tunity to marvel at the talent of our State’s young artists.

This year will see the continuation of our successful affiliation with the West Australian Symphony Orchestra.The Gallery will play host to three musical programs, withthe first held in March to complement ‘Raised by Wolves’.The series continues later in the year with concerts scheduled at the Gallery in August and November.

The Gallery’s very successful Artist in focus series is set to continue in 2007 with the first showcasing the work ofPaddy Bedford; our first exhibition in this well-receivedseries to feature the work of an Indigenous artist.

In the second half of 2007 we are thrilled to bring you‘Egyptian antiquities from the Louvre: Journey to theafterlife’. This major exhibition, undoubtedly one of theworlds finest collections of Egyptian artefacts, is beingpresented at the National Gallery of Australia and the ArtGallery of South Australia. Not just aesthetically breath-taking and vivid, 'Egyptian antiquities from the Louvre:Journey to the afterlife’ is a fascinating insight into theskill and determination of an ancient civilisation's belief inthe immortal. The exhibition will open at the Art Galleryof Western Australia in late July.

There are plenty of excellent opportunities to visitthroughout 2007 – what a busy and exciting year it will be at your Gallery!

Alan R. Dodge Director

Raised by Wolves10 February – 17 June 2007

Wolves are everywhere. They are amongst us. They are us.

Developed and produced with support from the UWA Perth International Arts Festival

Robert Rainey,Same sex (from the Family Portrait Series 2003–5)geclee prints on canvas, 55 x 98cm.Image courtesy of the artist

Exploring various alternative family structures, thiscomplex exhibition delves into the emotional andsocial consequences of the notion of the family itselfthrough historical, contemporary and Indigenous workson paper, sculpture, paintings, film and installation.

A feature of the 2007 Perth International Arts Festival,‘Raised by Wolves’ enables families to discuss, examine and reflect on the representation of theHuman Family in today’s society. Together, families,teenagers and young adults can explore the roles and expectations each face in today’s world. FREE

Year 12 Perspectives 20063 March – 29 April 2007

See the world through the eyes of today’s youth!

Exhibition sponsors

'Year 12 Perspectives 2006' is a celebration of the talents and creativity of our next generation of artisticsuperstars. It showcases and recognises the magnificentachievements of 2006 TEE Art and Art and Design students from across Western Australia.

The remarkable works presented in this exhibition includea variety of media ranging from paintings, textiles, to drawing to sculpture. FREE

Elizabeth BozsaMethodist Ladies’ College TEE ArtFrayed deceptions (detail)textile

Norman Lindsay: Drawn to Women The complete published etchings

Norman Lindsayposed many questions… and women

‘Norman Lindsay: Drawn to Women, The complete published etchings’ displays – for the first time – the complete set of Norman Lindsay’s 200 published etchings.

Produced in partnership with a local collector, this exhibition presents Lindsay’s etchings alongside a smallcollection of his paintings, drawings and watercolours,sourced from interstate and local lenders, and a collectionof European sculptures which represent the female form.

Entry to the exhibition:$8 Adults; $6 Concession and $5 Seniors.

Norman Lindsay (1879 –1969)Homage to Balzac 1941oil on canvas135.0cm x 118.0cm The University of Melbourne Art Collection. Gift of the artist 1969.

Don’t miss out – closes 14 January

Rodney Glick and Lynnette Voevodin24HR Panoramas

View an entire day in a mere 60 minutes!

‘24HR Panoramas’ features three video projections, two of which have been exhibited internationally –including the first panorama, Earthquake (2001), filmedalong the Great Eastern Highway at Tammin and

Kellerberrin, WA; Western Desert (2005), filmed atRudall River National Park, WA; and Nullarbor (2006),filmed from the Indian Pacific railway between Perthand Adelaide.

The panoramas consist of dual DVD video projections,with stereo sound mixed from twenty-four individualaudio tracks with each panorama presenting the land-scape in twenty-four individual one-hour segments.

‘Each work dwells on the unexpected, which whenobserved closely reveal chance discoveries and a newexperience of a perennial theme in Australian art – the land’ - Gary Dufour, Deputy Director of the Art Gallery of Western Australia.

FREE

Left and detail below: Rodney Glick and Lynnette VoevodinNullarbor 2006dual synchronised DVD projection, 160 x 800cmCollection of the artists

What else to see at the Gallery

European SculpturesRest area between galleries one and two until 14 January

A selection of twentieth century French sculptures are on display at the Gallery – the perfect complement to Norman Lindsay.

Historical ArtGallery three until February 2007

A display of historical works from your State Art Collection.

Art NouveauGallery four until February 2007

The Gallery has an impressive holding of Art Nouveauobjects including stunning examples of Tiffany, Daumand Loetz glass, Liberty silverware, European ceramicsand furniture.

Identity and ChangeGallery five

The exhibition explores identity, change and representation, using works by Nyoongar artists as its base. The rest area between Galleries five and six features mulitimedia tools to help visitorslearn more about Nyoongar art and Indigenous culture.

West Australian Art 1820s–1960sGallery six

This display, which features works by well known artists including Robert Juniper and Kathleen O’Connor,showcases historical works dating from the early days of European exploration and settlement.

ConversationsGalleries seven and eight

‘Conversations’ brings together major works in a meditation on the nature of art practice and the role ofthe artist in the second half of the twentieth century.

Free School Holiday FunA prize to be won every week!

Until Sunday 28 January 10am to 4pm daily

WIN amazing art and craft prizes!Calling all super-sleuths! Bring your detective skills to the Art Gallery this holiday for a chance to win wonderful arty goodies generously donated byJackson Drawing Supplies. A fabulous opportunity to get creative!

Collect a free interactive art trail from Art GalleryReception and follow the clues to find the answers hidden in artworks around the Gallery. Solve them allto enter the draw to win a fantastic pack of art materials, full to bursting with fun!

The free art trail is suitable for primary school agedchildren. No booking is required. Parents/carers mustsupervise their children while they participate in theactivities. Activities can be subject to change. Pleasecheck our website for current details.

Free Guided ToursGenerously guided by Art Gallery Volunteer Guides

JANUARY

Tuesday 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 at 11am and 1pmWorks by Robert Juniper

Wednesday 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at 11am and 1pmInsights into Indigenous Art

Thursday 4, 11, 18, 25 at 11am and 1pmContemporary Conversations

Friday Focus 5, 12, 19, 26 at 12.30pmCeramics by Marina Shaw

Friday 5, 12, 19, 26 at 2pmHistorical works in the Centenary Galleries

Saturday 6, 13, 20, 27 at 1pmGeneral Gallery Tour

Sunday 7, 14, 21, 28 at 11am and 1pmArt of Western Australia

‘WASO at the Gallery’ in 2007

In 2007 we celebrate the fifth year of WASO concerts in the intimate surroundings of the Art Gallery of WesternAustralia. Alan Dodge, Director of the Gallery hosts the ‘WASO at the Gallery’ series, which brings together music and the visual arts on three very special evenings –Saturday 24 March, Wednesday 22 August andFriday 2 November.

Tickets through the WASO Box Office on 9326 0000 or www.waso.com.au

PROGRAM FOR SATURDAY 24 MARCH

6.30pm Exclusive viewing of ‘Raised by Wolves’8.00pm Beethoven, Bartok & Mills, WASO

Bartok DivertimentoMills Concerto for Clarinet and ViolinBeethoven Symphony No.4

John Harding, violin/conductorMargaret Blades, violinAllan Meyer, clarinet

FEBRUARY

Tuesday 6, 13, 20, 27 at 11am and 1pmLet’s talk Contemporary

Wednesday 7, 14, 21, 28 at 11am and 1pmWestern Australian Art 1820s – 1960s

Thursday 1, 8, 15, 22 at 11am and 1pmArt in the Centenary Galleries

Friday Focus 2, 9, 16, 23 at 12.30pmBirthday Girl by Julie Dowling

Friday 2, 9, 16, 23 at 2pmIndigenous works from the Collection

Saturday 3, 10, 17, 24 at 1pmGeneral Gallery Tour

Sunday 4 at 11am and 1pmHistorical Art from the Collection

Sunday 11, 18, 25 at 11am and 1pmRaised by Wolves

MARCH

Tuesday 6, 13, 20, 27 at 11am and 1pmInvestigating Indigenous Art

Wednesday 7, 14, 21, 28 at 11am and 1pmRaised by Wolves

Thursday 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 11am and 1pmLooking at West Australian Artists

Friday Focus 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 at 12.30pmFurniture by David Foulkes-Taylor

Friday 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 at 2pmContemporary in Colour

Saturday 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at 1pmGeneral Gallery Tour

Sunday 4, 11, 18, 25 at 11am and 1pmRaised by Wolves

* Advertised tours may be subject to change,We apologise for any inconvenience

Calendar 2007

JanuaryNorman Lindsay: Drawn to WomenThe complete published etchings Until 14 January

Artist in focus Rodney Glick and Lynnette Voevodin 24HR PanoramasUntil 21January

FebruaryRaised by Wolves10 February – 17June

MarchYear 12 Perspectives3 March – 29 April

WASO at the Gallery24 March

AprilSchool Holiday Program6 April – 22 April

Gallery Open Day29 April

MayArtist in focus Paddy Bedford12 May – 22 July

JuneCity of PerthWinter Arts Festivalcommences

Norman LindsayCourtesan (detail) 1992 From a private collection.© Lin Bloomfield. Odana Editions.

Rodney Glick and Lynnette VoevodinWestern Desert (detail) 2005State Art Collection, Art Gallery of Western Australia, purchased with funds from the Sir Claude Hotchin Art Foundation, 2006

David RosetzkyCommune 2003Collection of Dr D.Quan, Sydney. Image courtesy of the artist and Sutton Gallery, Melbourne

Paddy BedfordOld Bedford 2002Private collection Courtesy of GRANTPIRRIE and Jirrawun Arts© Courtesy of the artist

JulyEgyptian Antiquities from the Louvre: Journey to the afterlife20 July – 28 October

NAIDOC Week Events

School Holiday Programs7 July – 22 July

AugustTom Malone Prize10 August – 7 October

Gallery Open Day19 August

WASO at the Gallery22 August

SeptemberSchool Holiday Program29 September – 14 October

OctoberArtist in focus Yamamoto27 October – 17 February 2008

WA Week14 – 21 October

NovemberArtist in focus James Angus24 November – 2 March 2008

WASO at the Gallery2 November

DecemberSchool Holiday Program12 December – 4 February 2008

Head of a royal sphinxNew Kingdom, 18th Dynasty, reign of Amenhotep II, 1425–1401 BCE

Acquired 1900, Nahman collection, E 10896Department of Egyptian Antiquities, Musée du Louvre, Paris

Photograph © Christian Décamps, Musée du Louvre

Benjamin SewellDisc with Symbols 2006

State Art CollectionArt Gallery of Western Australia

Cartonnage of Djed-Khonsou-iou-ef-ankhThird Intermediate Period,

21st–22nd Dynasties, 1069–715 BCEAcquired 1826, Salt collection, N 2621

Department of Egyptian Antiquities, Musée du Louvre, Paris

Photograph © Georges Poncet, Musée du Louvre

Subject to change

FoundationNew Members Evening

The Foundation recently celebrated the opening of theexhibition ‘Norman Lindsay: Drawn to Women, The complete published etchings’ with a special viewing forpeople interested in becomingFoundation Members. Sippingexquisite Pierro wines, guests were given a tour of the exhibition by Gallery Director Alan Dodge, followed by a visit to the Centenary Galleriesand more refreshments in the beautifully furbished Foundation Rooms.

The evening was an opportunity for guests to meetGallery staff and Councillors to ask questions aboutwhy they should become a Foundation member and support the Gallery.

As a result Wendy Treasure is one guest who decidedto join.

As a fan and regular visitor to the Art Gallery ofWestern Australia I was delighted to be offered theopportunity to become a Foundation member.Given the enjoyment the Gallery has given methrough its permanent collections, particularly theIndigenous art, and the visiting exhibitions, I wasmore than happy to be able to contribute financially to future purchases. I have also beendelighted by the social aspects of joining theFoundation – there are so many interesting andcharming people among the Foundation members!

The Foundation Office can be contacted on 9492 6761or foundation@artgallery.wa.gov.au to discuss all membership enquiries.

Wendy Treasure

Art Gallery of Western Australia

Public ProgramsFor more information on the Gallery’s public programs and bookings,please call t: 08 9492 6644 f: 08 9492 6648 e: educate@artgallery.wa.gov.au

Gallery ShopThe Gallery Shop provides you with the opportunity to discover more about the world of art and literature through books and prints.The shop also stocks an exclusive range of cards, gifts and natural skin-care products. Open 10.00am – 5.00pm daily.t: 08 9492 6712 e: shop@artgallery.wa.gov.au

FunctionsThe Gallery is a dynamic cultural presence in central Perth and a venue that can be used for meetings, presentations, cocktail parties, formal dinners and special events for 8 to 800 people. t: 08 9492 6600 e: functions@artgallery.wa.gov.au

Art Gallery FoundationThe Foundation aims to give you the opportunity to play a significantrole in the development of the Art Gallery of Western Australia.Foundation membership represents a unique opportunity for you tosecure a rewarding long-term relationship with the Gallery as it continues to develop.t: 08 9492 6761 e: foundation@artgallery.wa.gov.au

Friends of the Art GalleryMembership enables you to become more closely involved with the Gallery. Enjoy and appreciate art through educational and socialprograms. Your valued membership will help raise funds to supportfuture acquisitions.t: 08 9492 6750 e: friends@artgallery.wa.gov.au

SponsorshipFor sponsorship enquiries and opportunities please call t: 08 9492 6693

Caffissimo at the GalleryTake a break from your visit to the Gallery and enjoy a morningcoffee, lunch or afternoon tea. Licensed café. t: 08 9228 3100 e: coffeeart@caffissimo.com.au

Geraldton Regional Art Gallery24 Chapman Road, Geraldton WA 6530t: 08 9964 7170 / 7180 e: artgallery@geraldton.wa.gov.au

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