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Exhibition | Photography goes Poof! Mathew Jones’ lost photoworks 1989-94 and Rennie Ellis: Gay Pride | Monash Gallery of Art

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Matthew JONES G.R.I.D (Gay Related Immune Deficiency) 1989 courtesy of the artist

Two new exhibitions opening today at the Monash Gallery of Art. Photography goes Poof! Mathew Jones’ lost photoworks 1989-94 3 March 2021 to 10 April 2021 Between 1989 and 1994 the Australian artist Mathew Jones made a number of photographic works about gay identity. For both political and artistic reasons, these works were ephemeral, strategic interventions. Some photographs were only circulated as photobooks or as artist’s pages in magazines. Others took the form of site-specific installations that depended on a live audience. As a consequence, these works were like Molotov cocktails of contemporary art, exploding in the face of specific problems and then evaporating into the ether. MGA has worked with Mathew Jones to re-create these important historical artworks a quarter…

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News | Finalists for the 2015 Bowness Photography Prize Announced

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Two of Australia’s most notable figures have selected 47 finalists for this year’s Bowness Photography Prize. Bill Henson and Karen Quinlan were joined by MGA Senior Curator, Stephen Zagala to shortlist the record number of entries this year. Established in 2006 to promote excellence in photography, the annual non-acquisitive William and Winifred Bowness Photography Prize is an initiative of the MGA Foundation.   The 2015 competition attracted 696 entrants, the largest number received in the history of the prize. Stephen Zagala, MGA Senior Curator observed, on behalf of the judges, ‘This year the judging panel looked at over 2600 images and selected a field of 47 finalists to represent the best of Australian photography today. The sorting process provides a remarkable…

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News | Monash Gallery of Art appoints new director

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The MGA has announced their new director is Kallie Blauhorn. She comes from a business and marketing background rather than a curatorial one. From MGA Mayor Paul Klisaris said the appointment of Ms Blauhorn followed an intensive search among high calibre applicants. “I’m delighted to welcome Ms Blauhorn to the Monash team and I believe her enthusiasm and drive will take our much-admired gallery to new heights,” Cr Klisaris said. “In this, the 25th year of the Monash Gallery of Art, I’m excited about the vision Ms Blauhorn has for cementing the gallery’s place as one of Australia’s most significant public places.” Ms Blauhorn has a strong background in business, marketing and fundraising development through her previous role as Senior Development Manager with…

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Discussion | Micky Allan, Ponch Hawkes and Ruth Maddison on feminist politics and art photography | MGA

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Community: Ruth Maddison's Vehicle Builders Union Ball, Collingwood Town Hall, Melbourne 1979, from the series Let’s dance. 27.0 x 18.0 cm Photo: Ruth Maddison

Given the vitality of both feminist politics and art photography during the 1970s, it is not surprising that they entered into a lively exchange that extended into the 1980s. Monash Gallery of Art is hosting a discussion around the work and ideas of three of leading photographers, Micky Allan, Ponch Hawkes and Ruth Maddison. Date: 3pm, 23rd November Venue: Monash Gallery of Art, 860 Ferntree Gully Road, Wheelers Hill Victoria 3150. Website: http://www.mga.org.au/event/index/view/event/372 Free event. Bookings preferred please email: mga@monash.vic.gov.au

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Exhibition and Opening: Oculi - Terra Australis Incognita at Monash Gallery of Art

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Donna BAILEY Blanche and Serene 2005 from the series Unconditional, printed 2011 chromogenic print 68 x 101 cm courtesy of the artist. Image via MGA website.

Oculi: Terra Australis Incognita 27 January 2021 to 25 March 2012, Monash Gallery of Art A Manly Art Gallery & Museum Touring Exhibition curated by Sandy Edwards Exhibition Opening: 3.00pm Saturday 4 February 2021 To be opened by Michael Coyne Adjunct Professor of Photography, RMIT University and eminent Australian photojournalist Monash Gallery of Art, 860 Ferntree Gully Road Wheelers Hill,  VIC  3150. Ten years ago, a group of Australian photographers began Oculi. Committed by a collective vision to represent contemporary Australia and its regions, each member of the group embraces a range of distinctive styles and perspectives that include a strong documentary focus. The exhibition comprises approximately 80 photographic images of Australia as we understand and experience it today. Oculi photographers: Donna Bailey, James…

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Bill Henson in conversation with Natalie King at Monash Gallery of Art

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Bill Henson in conversation with Natalie King at Monash Gallery of Art Bill Henson held his first solo exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria in 1975, at the age of 19. Since that time he has become one of Australia’s most celebrated artists. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear Henson discuss his experiences as a young photographer with curator and writer Natalie King. Proceeds from this event will assist the MGA Foundation acquire two rare photographs by iconic Australian photographer Carol Jerrems for MGA’s nationally significant collection of Australian photographs. Like Henson, Jerrems was part of the groundbreaking generation of young photographers who came of age in the 1970s. Date: Thursday 13th October, 20117.30PM. Venue: Monash Gallery of Art,…

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Sir John Monash Lecture 2011: Whose Art Is It? Cultivating a Creative Community.

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Sir John Monash Lecture 2011 Whose Art Is It? Cultivating a Creative Community Join the 2011 Sir John Monash Lecture panellists Bryan Dawe, artist and political satirist, Prof. Ruth Rentschler, Arts & Entertainment management, Deakin University, Julie Shiels, artist, and Stephen Zagala, MGA Curator, to have your say about creativity in Monash. The 2011 Sir John Monash Lecture is brought to you by the City of Monash Arts & Cultural Development Unit. Date: 10 August, 2011, 6.30PM at Venue: Monash Gallery of Art, 860 Ferntree Gully Road, Wheelers Hill, 3150 Bookings Essential: Ph. 8544 0500 or Email. mga@monash.vic.gov.au

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Panel Discussion: Photography killed performance art

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Panel Discussion at Monash Gallery of Art Photography killed performance art Join us for a panel discussion on the changing relationship between photography and performance art. Our stellar panel includes Professor Anne Marsh, Theory of Art & Design, Monash University, artist Mike Parr and AFTERGLOW curator Stephen Zagala. The panel will respond to the question ‘Does photography kill performance art?’ come and join the discussion! Date: Saturday 26 February, 2.00pm Venue: Monash Gallery of Art, 860 Ferntree Gully Road, Wheelers Hill Victoria 3150. Seats limited, booking essential: Telephone +61 3 8544 0500 or mga@monash.vic.gov.au Website - http://www.mga.org.au/event/view/event/109

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