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SUMMARY:Underground Cathedrals: The World-Class Art\, Architecture and Design of the London Underground
DESCRIPTION:The world’s first underground railway has a unique heritage of architecture\, ingenious design\, powerful advertising posters and unique calligraphy. This talk plots the early development of the Underground\, examines the legacy of Frank Pick and Charles Holden\, looks at some of the iconic posters\, and celebrates the award-winning architecture of the modern Tube in the Jubilee Line extension and the brilliant Elizabeth Line stations\, designed by some of the world’s top architects. \nDates and Locations \nTuesday 10 March 2026 Scone (NSW) \nTuesday 24 March 2026 Bowral (NSW) \nClick on the location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/underground-cathedrals-the-world-class-art-architecture-and-design-of-the-london-underground/2026-03-24/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260324T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260324T193000
DTSTAMP:20251217T085551Z
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SUMMARY:Art Deco Style
DESCRIPTION:Art Deco burst onto the world stage at the 1925 Paris Exposition\, emerging from the shadows of the First World War with a bold new vision. One of the most influential design movements of the 20th century\, Art Deco quickly became a global phenomenon—defined by streamlined forms\, geometric elegance\, and the spirit of the Machine Age. To mark the centenary of this iconic style\, join Claudia Chan Shaw for a captivating talk exploring the many facets of Art Deco—its architectural splendour\, decorative arts\, fashion\, and industrial design; from opulent craftsmanship to sleek\, mass-produced objects and its lasting legacy. \nDates and Locations \nTuesday 24 March 2026 Scone (NSW) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/art-deco-style/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260330T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260330T190000
DTSTAMP:20251212T052721Z
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SUMMARY:Flappers\, Speedos And The New Look – Fashion In Australia in the 20s\, 30s and 40s 
DESCRIPTION:In the 1920s there wasn’t an Australian style in women’s dress. David Jones in 1921 advertised its “modestly priced reproductions and adaptations of Paris fashions.” Almost overnight\, the arrival of an economic depression brought a serious tone to society. Women’s hemlines dropped\, and the carefree age of the flapper was over. By the time Australia entered the Second World War\, the traditional role of women shifted with many joining the Australian Land Army. Rationing was brought in and women were taught to make ‘New Clothes from Old’ and ‘Make Do and Mend’. By 1947 Christian Dior’s New Look had restored femininity to both the fashion industry and women worldwide. While all the fuss was being made about the Parisian fashions\, two local designers were quietly paving the way for an Australian look and the beginnings of the Australian fashion industry. Enter Beril Jents and Hall Ludlow. Join Claudia Chan Shaw to discover the story of fashion in Australia from the twenties through to the forties. \nDates and Locations \nMonday 30 March 2026 Mudgee (NSW) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/flappers-speedos-and-the-new-look-fashion-in-australia-in-the-20s-30s-and-40s/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260402
DTSTAMP:20260603T041755Z
CREATED:20251020T002431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T041755Z
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SUMMARY:On The Wild Side: Filming Creatures Great and Small
DESCRIPTION:In this lecture\, Pieter will share stories and techniques for capturing extraordinary images for David Attenborough and National Geographic. From playful Macaque monkeys in China to majestic Cassowaries in Northern Australia\, He’ll illustrate his presentation with segments from his nature documentaries.\n\n\nDates and Locations \nWednesday 1 April 2026 Chatswood (NSW) \nSaturday 13 June 2026 Gold Coast (QLD) \nThursday 18 June 2026 Brisbane (QLD) \nSaturday 20 June 2026 Rockhampton \nSunday 21 June 2026 Cairns (QLD) \nWednesday 24 June 2026 Toowoomba (QLD) \nFriday 26 June​ 2026 Brisbane River (QLD) \n​Sunday 28 June 2026 Sunshine Coast (QLD) \nThursday 5 November 2026 Yarra (VIC) \nFriday 6 November 2026 Mornington Peninsula (VIC) \nWednesday 11 November 2026 Geelong (VIC) \nWednesday​ 18 November 2026 Tamworth (NSW) \nThursday 19 November 2026 Armidale (NSW) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/on-the-wild-side-filming-creatures-great-and-small/2026-04-01/
CATEGORIES:NSW,QLD,VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260408T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260408T190000
DTSTAMP:20260706T041607Z
CREATED:20251212T054418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T041607Z
UID:10000715-1775671200-1775674800@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:The Carrick Fox Dilemma
DESCRIPTION:The Carrick Fox Dilemma\, revolves around the naming conventions and legacy of Ethel Carrick Fox\, a pioneering artist whose works have been celebrated in various exhibitions. Capel’s work has sparked discussions and debates about how artists should be recognized posthumously\, particularly in the context of female artists and their contributions to the art world. The dilemma arises from the different ways in which her works have been catalogued and exhibited\, leading to questions about the most appropriate name to use for her legacy. Capel’s insights and research have been instrumental in shedding light on the complexities surrounding Ethel Carrick Fox’s identity and the challenges faced by artists in the posthumous recognition of their work. \nDates and Locations \nWednesday 8 April 2026 Orange (NSW) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/the-carrick-fox-dilemma/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260411T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260411T103000
DTSTAMP:20251210T003820Z
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SUMMARY:Degenerates and Perverts: The 1939 Herald Exhibition on Modern Art
DESCRIPTION:In 1939 an exhibition of art came to Australia which became legendary. The 1939 Herald Exhibition of French and British Contemporary Art has been called the single most enlivening event in Australia’s modern cultural development. Opening when Australia was undergoing profound change\, not only in art but also socially\, this exhibition became the focus for the opposing forces of cultural conservatism and innovation which marked the time. This lecture will examine the many and competing claims made for this exhibition. It will examine how the show was organised and selected\, where and how it was displayed in Australia and what reception it received. Finally\, it will attempt to evaluate its impact upon Australian art and society\, at a time when conservatives were accused of perverting progress and progressives were accused of degeneracy. \nDates and Locations \nSaturday 11 April 2026 Gold Coast (QLD) \nWednesday 15 April 2026 Brisbane (QLD) \nThursday 16 April 2026 Brisbane (QLD) \nMonday 13th April 2026 Northern Rivers (NSW) \nThursday 23rd April 2026 Sydney (NSW) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/degenerates-and-perverts/2026-04-11/
CATEGORIES:NSW,QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260413T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260413T193000
DTSTAMP:20251210T003820Z
CREATED:20251017T075612Z
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UID:10000545-1776105000-1776108600@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:Degenerates and Perverts: The 1939 Herald Exhibition on Modern Art
DESCRIPTION:In 1939 an exhibition of art came to Australia which became legendary. The 1939 Herald Exhibition of French and British Contemporary Art has been called the single most enlivening event in Australia’s modern cultural development. Opening when Australia was undergoing profound change\, not only in art but also socially\, this exhibition became the focus for the opposing forces of cultural conservatism and innovation which marked the time. This lecture will examine the many and competing claims made for this exhibition. It will examine how the show was organised and selected\, where and how it was displayed in Australia and what reception it received. Finally\, it will attempt to evaluate its impact upon Australian art and society\, at a time when conservatives were accused of perverting progress and progressives were accused of degeneracy. \nDates and Locations \nSaturday 11 April 2026 Gold Coast (QLD) \nWednesday 15 April 2026 Brisbane (QLD) \nThursday 16 April 2026 Brisbane (QLD) \nMonday 13th April 2026 Northern Rivers (NSW) \nThursday 23rd April 2026 Sydney (NSW) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/degenerates-and-perverts/2026-04-13/
CATEGORIES:NSW,QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260414T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260414T190000
DTSTAMP:20251212T053911Z
CREATED:20251212T053911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T053911Z
UID:10000713-1776189600-1776193200@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:Art Crimes and Heists
DESCRIPTION:The lecture will be addressing some of the world’s greatest art crimes and heists in history. Leigh will delve into the murky world of fakes and forgeries\, using his comprehensive\, personal experience as both an auction assistant some of Australia’s most reputable Fine Art auction rooms\, and as a successful secondary market art dealer\, to expose the deceit\, immorality & dark secrets of the art industry; from the Crown to the underground\, in Australia & abroad! \nDates and Locations \nTuesday 14 April 2026 Launceston (TAS) \nMonday 1 June 2026 Mudgee (NSW) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/art-crimes-and-heists/2026-04-14/
CATEGORIES:NSW,TAS
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260415T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260415T203000
DTSTAMP:20251210T003820Z
CREATED:20251017T075612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T003820Z
UID:10000546-1776281400-1776285000@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:Degenerates and Perverts: The 1939 Herald Exhibition on Modern Art
DESCRIPTION:In 1939 an exhibition of art came to Australia which became legendary. The 1939 Herald Exhibition of French and British Contemporary Art has been called the single most enlivening event in Australia’s modern cultural development. Opening when Australia was undergoing profound change\, not only in art but also socially\, this exhibition became the focus for the opposing forces of cultural conservatism and innovation which marked the time. This lecture will examine the many and competing claims made for this exhibition. It will examine how the show was organised and selected\, where and how it was displayed in Australia and what reception it received. Finally\, it will attempt to evaluate its impact upon Australian art and society\, at a time when conservatives were accused of perverting progress and progressives were accused of degeneracy. \nDates and Locations \nSaturday 11 April 2026 Gold Coast (QLD) \nWednesday 15 April 2026 Brisbane (QLD) \nThursday 16 April 2026 Brisbane (QLD) \nMonday 13th April 2026 Northern Rivers (NSW) \nThursday 23rd April 2026 Sydney (NSW) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/degenerates-and-perverts/2026-04-15/
CATEGORIES:NSW,QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260416T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260416T110000
DTSTAMP:20251210T003820Z
CREATED:20251017T075612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T003820Z
UID:10000547-1776333600-1776337200@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:Degenerates and Perverts: The 1939 Herald Exhibition on Modern Art
DESCRIPTION:In 1939 an exhibition of art came to Australia which became legendary. The 1939 Herald Exhibition of French and British Contemporary Art has been called the single most enlivening event in Australia’s modern cultural development. Opening when Australia was undergoing profound change\, not only in art but also socially\, this exhibition became the focus for the opposing forces of cultural conservatism and innovation which marked the time. This lecture will examine the many and competing claims made for this exhibition. It will examine how the show was organised and selected\, where and how it was displayed in Australia and what reception it received. Finally\, it will attempt to evaluate its impact upon Australian art and society\, at a time when conservatives were accused of perverting progress and progressives were accused of degeneracy. \nDates and Locations \nSaturday 11 April 2026 Gold Coast (QLD) \nWednesday 15 April 2026 Brisbane (QLD) \nThursday 16 April 2026 Brisbane (QLD) \nMonday 13th April 2026 Northern Rivers (NSW) \nThursday 23rd April 2026 Sydney (NSW) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/degenerates-and-perverts/2026-04-16/
CATEGORIES:NSW,QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260416T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260416T150000
DTSTAMP:20251212T002530Z
CREATED:20251212T002530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T002530Z
UID:10000702-1776348000-1776351600@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:On Tour With The Queen: Fiji\, Tonga and New Zealand
DESCRIPTION:Pieter was the cinematographer for this delightful BBC series\, and in this presentation\, he’ll be screening and discussing various segments. The documentary aimed to emulate Queen Elizabeth and Prince Phillip’s extensive 1953/54 Coronation Tour of the Commonwealth. It blended gorgeous archival films with contemporary footage to create a nostalgic time-capsule of that tour. \nDates and Locations \nThursday 16 April 2026 Molonglo Plains (NSW/ACT) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/on-tour-with-the-queen-fiji-tonga-and-new-zealand/
CATEGORIES:ACT,NSW
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260417T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260417T123000
DTSTAMP:20260609T023202Z
CREATED:20251017T083459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T023202Z
UID:10000690-1776420000-1776429000@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:The Space Shuttle: A Butterfly on a Rocket
DESCRIPTION:This presentation traces NASA’s Space Shuttle program from its ambitious start to its final missions. Through Pieter’s 12-week film shoot at Cape Canaveral and\nMission Control in Houston\, this documentary offers exclusive footage from unprecedented access to the Space Shuttle\, Endeavour—a privilege never\nbefore granted. Pieter will share behind-the-scenes stories and delve into the missions and the individuals who made the Space Shuttle program a defining chapter in space exploration. \nDates and Locations \nMonday 13 April 2026 Newcastle (NSW) \nFriday 17 April 2026 Molonglo Plains (NSW / ACT) \nSunday 14 June 2026 Northern Rivers (NSW) \nWednesday 17 June 2026 Brisbane (QLD)  \nThursday 18 June 2026 Brisbane (QLD)  \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/the-space-shuttle-a-butterfly-on-a-rocket/2026-04-17/
CATEGORIES:ACT,NSW,QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260422T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260422T110000
DTSTAMP:20251212T055129Z
CREATED:20251212T055129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T055129Z
UID:10000717-1776852000-1776855600@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:The Earth Above: A Deep Time View of Australia's Epic History
DESCRIPTION:The vast age of our planet and the enormous transformations it has undergone can be difficult to grasp. This lecture explores the creative journey behind The Earth Above: A Deep Time View of Australia’s Epic History\, a unique and immersive planetarium show that bridges this gap. We will examine the innovative production model\, a “collective storytelling practice” that moved away from a single director’s vision. We’ll delve into how a collective of Indigenous knowledge holders\, artists and researchers collaborated to bring these ancient stories to the screen. The lecture will examine the creative processes through which Indigenous and Western scientific knowledge were woven together\, creating a tapestry of sound and vision. \nDates and Locations \nWednesday 22 April 2026 Adelaide (SA) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/the-earth-above-a-deep-time-view-of-australias-epic-history/
CATEGORIES:SA
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260423T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260423T133000
DTSTAMP:20251210T003820Z
CREATED:20251017T075612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T003820Z
UID:10000548-1776947400-1776951000@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:Degenerates and Perverts: The 1939 Herald Exhibition on Modern Art
DESCRIPTION:In 1939 an exhibition of art came to Australia which became legendary. The 1939 Herald Exhibition of French and British Contemporary Art has been called the single most enlivening event in Australia’s modern cultural development. Opening when Australia was undergoing profound change\, not only in art but also socially\, this exhibition became the focus for the opposing forces of cultural conservatism and innovation which marked the time. This lecture will examine the many and competing claims made for this exhibition. It will examine how the show was organised and selected\, where and how it was displayed in Australia and what reception it received. Finally\, it will attempt to evaluate its impact upon Australian art and society\, at a time when conservatives were accused of perverting progress and progressives were accused of degeneracy. \nDates and Locations \nSaturday 11 April 2026 Gold Coast (QLD) \nWednesday 15 April 2026 Brisbane (QLD) \nThursday 16 April 2026 Brisbane (QLD) \nMonday 13th April 2026 Northern Rivers (NSW) \nThursday 23rd April 2026 Sydney (NSW) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/degenerates-and-perverts/2026-04-23/1/
CATEGORIES:NSW,QLD
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260423T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260423T190000
DTSTAMP:20251210T003820Z
CREATED:20251017T075612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T003820Z
UID:10000549-1776967200-1776970800@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:Degenerates and Perverts: The 1939 Herald Exhibition on Modern Art
DESCRIPTION:In 1939 an exhibition of art came to Australia which became legendary. The 1939 Herald Exhibition of French and British Contemporary Art has been called the single most enlivening event in Australia’s modern cultural development. Opening when Australia was undergoing profound change\, not only in art but also socially\, this exhibition became the focus for the opposing forces of cultural conservatism and innovation which marked the time. This lecture will examine the many and competing claims made for this exhibition. It will examine how the show was organised and selected\, where and how it was displayed in Australia and what reception it received. Finally\, it will attempt to evaluate its impact upon Australian art and society\, at a time when conservatives were accused of perverting progress and progressives were accused of degeneracy. \nDates and Locations \nSaturday 11 April 2026 Gold Coast (QLD) \nWednesday 15 April 2026 Brisbane (QLD) \nThursday 16 April 2026 Brisbane (QLD) \nMonday 13th April 2026 Northern Rivers (NSW) \nThursday 23rd April 2026 Sydney (NSW) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/degenerates-and-perverts/2026-04-23/2/
CATEGORIES:NSW,QLD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260501T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260501T150000
DTSTAMP:20251205T095329Z
CREATED:20251205T090004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T095329Z
UID:10000510-1777642200-1777647600@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:New Visions: Paris And Impressionism
DESCRIPTION:During Napoleon III’s reign (1852-1870)\, the Paris landscape was transformed by the construction of wide boulevards\, elegant buildings and parks. Theatres\, cafes and entertainment venues flourished\, offering spaces for sociability and artistic exchange and inspiring impressionist artists keen to capture the fleeting sensations of the modern capital. This lecture will examine works by Manet\, Renoir and Caillebotte to discover how their radical techniques reflect the attractions and complexities of modern Parisian society. \nDates and Locations \nFriday 1 May 2026 Blue Mountains (NSW) \nMonday 4 May 2026 Mudgee (NSW) \nMonday 11 May 2026 Narrabri (NSW) \nTuesday 19 May 2026 Hunter (NSW) \nMonday 25 May 2026 Coffs Coast (NSW) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/new-visions-paris-and-impressionism/2026-05-01/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260504T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260504T190000
DTSTAMP:20251205T095329Z
CREATED:20251205T090004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T095329Z
UID:10000511-1777917600-1777921200@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:New Visions: Paris And Impressionism
DESCRIPTION:During Napoleon III’s reign (1852-1870)\, the Paris landscape was transformed by the construction of wide boulevards\, elegant buildings and parks. Theatres\, cafes and entertainment venues flourished\, offering spaces for sociability and artistic exchange and inspiring impressionist artists keen to capture the fleeting sensations of the modern capital. This lecture will examine works by Manet\, Renoir and Caillebotte to discover how their radical techniques reflect the attractions and complexities of modern Parisian society. \nDates and Locations \nFriday 1 May 2026 Blue Mountains (NSW) \nMonday 4 May 2026 Mudgee (NSW) \nMonday 11 May 2026 Narrabri (NSW) \nTuesday 19 May 2026 Hunter (NSW) \nMonday 25 May 2026 Coffs Coast (NSW) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/new-visions-paris-and-impressionism/2026-05-04/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260507
DTSTAMP:20251129T051716Z
CREATED:20251122T064844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T051716Z
UID:10000311-1778025600-1778111999@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:The Arts and Crafts of Kashmir
DESCRIPTION:For many people\, Kashmir conjures up a beautiful valley surrounded by the snow capped peaks of the Himalayas\, for others it is a land of conflict. But what is less well known is that it has been of historic artistic importance for nearly 2000 years. This lecture introduces the astonishing diversity of arts and crafts produced in this tiny area\, influenced by Buddhist\, Hindu and Islamic cultures. It explores Buddhist sculptures\, Hindu temples\, great Islamic gardens\, paintings\, calligraphy\, Moghul carpets and Kashmir shawls. Despite its troubled history\, Kashmir has fostered a unique environment of artistic diversity and religious co-existence. \nDates and Locations \nWednesday 6 May 2026 Chatswood (NSW) \nSunday 10 May 2026 Cairns (QLD) \nWednesday 13 May 2026 Geelong (VIC) \nWednesday 27 May 2026 Adelaide (SA) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/the-arts-and-crafts-of-kashmir/2026-05-06/
CATEGORIES:NSW,QLD,SA,VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260506T193000
DTSTAMP:20251211T030746Z
CREATED:20251211T030620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T030746Z
UID:10000628-1778090400-1778095800@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:Mary Cassatt: Painting In Paris
DESCRIPTION:Mary Cassatt (1844–1926) was the only American to exhibit with the French Impressionists. Encouraged by Degas to exhibit with them\, she remarked\, “I accepted with joy… I hated conventional art.” Cassatt made significant contributions to four of the eight shows. However\, the subjects deemed suitable for a “respectable” woman were limited. We will consider how\, despite this setback\, Cassatt reimagined her subjects in unconventional\, thought-provoking ways. We will investigate her distinctive paintings and prints to see how Cassatt navigated the male-dominated art world\, to produce avant-garde works that offer a singular\, insightful perspective on 19th-century French society. \nDates and Locations \nWednesday 6 May 2026 Orange (NSW)
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/mary-cassatt-painting-in-paris/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260507
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260508
DTSTAMP:20251205T070945Z
CREATED:20251017T082056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T070945Z
UID:10000184-1778112000-1778198399@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:Constantin Brancusi and 20th Century Scuplture
DESCRIPTION:Brancusi was the son of a peasant from a mountainous province of Romania\, yet he became an internationally famous artist and is now seen as one of\, if not the\, most important sculptors of the 20th century. How did this happen and what is so special about his work? Brancusi combined the Romanian wood working tradition with a Belles Arts fine art training. He also had an intuitive understanding of the significance of engineered products. A great friend of the inventor of Conceptual art\, Marcel Duchamp\, Brancusi is an enigmatic contradiction\, and this will be explored in this lecture\, along with his relevance to 20th century sculpture. \nDates and Locations \nThursday 7 May 2026 Yarra (VIC) \nMonday 11 May 2026 Hobart (TAS) \nWednesday 20 May 2026 Brisbane (QLD) \nThursday 21 May 2026 Brisbane (QLD) \nSaturday 23 May 2026 Noosa (QLD) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/constantin-brancusi-and-20th-century-scuplture/2026-05-07/
CATEGORIES:QLD,TAS,VIC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260507T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260507T193000
DTSTAMP:20251211T042335Z
CREATED:20251211T042335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T042335Z
UID:10000630-1778178600-1778182200@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:The Artist And His Model: Whistler And Joana Hiffernan
DESCRIPTION:Whistler’s painting\, Symphony in White\, No. 1: The White Girl (1862) is both monumental and modern. Though its scale recalls grand portraits\, Whistler’s innovative technique and overall treatment of the subject resist straightforward interpretation. In this presentation we will examine Joanna Hiffernan’s role in his art and life. Was she simply his model and lover? Or could she have been an essential collaborator who influenced Whistler’s artistic vision\, assisting him in his development of a new pictorial language? This talk draws on themes in the Royal Academy’s exhibition in 2022\, Whistler’s Woman in White: Joanna Hiffernan (26 February-22 May 2022). \nDates and Locations \nThursday 7 May 2026 Shoalhaven (NSW) \nClick on the location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/the-artist-and-his-model-whistler-and-joana-hiffernan/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260510
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTSTAMP:20251129T051716Z
CREATED:20251122T064844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T051716Z
UID:10000312-1778421600-1778425200@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:The Arts and Crafts of Kashmir
DESCRIPTION:For many people\, Kashmir conjures up a beautiful valley surrounded by the snow capped peaks of the Himalayas\, for others it is a land of conflict. But what is less well known is that it has been of historic artistic importance for nearly 2000 years. This lecture introduces the astonishing diversity of arts and crafts produced in this tiny area\, influenced by Buddhist\, Hindu and Islamic cultures. It explores Buddhist sculptures\, Hindu temples\, great Islamic gardens\, paintings\, calligraphy\, Moghul carpets and Kashmir shawls. Despite its troubled history\, Kashmir has fostered a unique environment of artistic diversity and religious co-existence. \nDates and Locations \nWednesday 6 May 2026 Chatswood (NSW) \nSunday 10 May 2026 Cairns (QLD) \nWednesday 13 May 2026 Geelong (VIC) \nWednesday 27 May 2026 Adelaide (SA) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/the-arts-and-crafts-of-kashmir/2026-05-10/
CATEGORIES:NSW,QLD,SA,VIC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260512
DTSTAMP:20251205T070945Z
CREATED:20251017T082056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T070945Z
UID:10000281-1778522400-1778526000@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:Constantin Brancusi and 20th Century Scuplture
DESCRIPTION:Brancusi was the son of a peasant from a mountainous province of Romania\, yet he became an internationally famous artist and is now seen as one of\, if not the\, most important sculptors of the 20th century. How did this happen and what is so special about his work? Brancusi combined the Romanian wood working tradition with a Belles Arts fine art training. He also had an intuitive understanding of the significance of engineered products. A great friend of the inventor of Conceptual art\, Marcel Duchamp\, Brancusi is an enigmatic contradiction\, and this will be explored in this lecture\, along with his relevance to 20th century sculpture. \nDates and Locations \nThursday 7 May 2026 Yarra (VIC) \nMonday 11 May 2026 Hobart (TAS) \nWednesday 20 May 2026 Brisbane (QLD) \nThursday 21 May 2026 Brisbane (QLD) \nSaturday 23 May 2026 Noosa (QLD) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/constantin-brancusi-and-20th-century-scuplture/2026-05-11/
CATEGORIES:QLD,TAS,VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260511T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260511T200000
DTSTAMP:20251205T095329Z
CREATED:20251205T090004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T095329Z
UID:10000512-1778524200-1778529600@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:New Visions: Paris And Impressionism
DESCRIPTION:During Napoleon III’s reign (1852-1870)\, the Paris landscape was transformed by the construction of wide boulevards\, elegant buildings and parks. Theatres\, cafes and entertainment venues flourished\, offering spaces for sociability and artistic exchange and inspiring impressionist artists keen to capture the fleeting sensations of the modern capital. This lecture will examine works by Manet\, Renoir and Caillebotte to discover how their radical techniques reflect the attractions and complexities of modern Parisian society. \nDates and Locations \nFriday 1 May 2026 Blue Mountains (NSW) \nMonday 4 May 2026 Mudgee (NSW) \nMonday 11 May 2026 Narrabri (NSW) \nTuesday 19 May 2026 Hunter (NSW) \nMonday 25 May 2026 Coffs Coast (NSW) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/new-visions-paris-and-impressionism/2026-05-11/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260512T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260512T193000
DTSTAMP:20251211T055344Z
CREATED:20251211T055344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T055344Z
UID:10000653-1778610600-1778614200@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:Barbizon Painters: Pioneers Of The Forest And Modern Painting
DESCRIPTION:In the early 19th century\, the Forest of Fontainebleau\, situated 35 miles from Paris\, became a key inspiration for modern landscape painting. Artists and tourists flocked there to escape the city. For painters\, the Forest’s diverse terrain – woodlands\, rocks\, oaks\, marshes\, and glades – offered endless opportunities to explore light\, colour\, and composition. Painting en plein air (out of doors) transformed artistic practice\, fostering new realism and atmospheric effects. Looking at work by painters including Théodore Rousseau and Jean-François Millet – members of the so-called Barbizon School – we will discover how they innovated and laid the groundwork for French Impressionism. Designs of Sonia Delaunay\, to the poster girls of Shanghai and the luxury of Cartier. \nDates and Locations \nTuesday 12 May 2026 Scone (NSW) \nClick on the location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/barbizon-painters-pioneers-of-the-forest-and-modern-painting/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTSTAMP:20251129T051716Z
CREATED:20251122T064844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T051716Z
UID:10000313-1778668200-1778671800@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:The Arts and Crafts of Kashmir
DESCRIPTION:For many people\, Kashmir conjures up a beautiful valley surrounded by the snow capped peaks of the Himalayas\, for others it is a land of conflict. But what is less well known is that it has been of historic artistic importance for nearly 2000 years. This lecture introduces the astonishing diversity of arts and crafts produced in this tiny area\, influenced by Buddhist\, Hindu and Islamic cultures. It explores Buddhist sculptures\, Hindu temples\, great Islamic gardens\, paintings\, calligraphy\, Moghul carpets and Kashmir shawls. Despite its troubled history\, Kashmir has fostered a unique environment of artistic diversity and religious co-existence. \nDates and Locations \nWednesday 6 May 2026 Chatswood (NSW) \nSunday 10 May 2026 Cairns (QLD) \nWednesday 13 May 2026 Geelong (VIC) \nWednesday 27 May 2026 Adelaide (SA) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/the-arts-and-crafts-of-kashmir/2026-05-13/
CATEGORIES:NSW,QLD,SA,VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260513T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260513T190000
DTSTAMP:20251129T041131Z
CREATED:20251119T070132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T041131Z
UID:10000256-1778695200-1778698800@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:Journey Across The Himalayas
DESCRIPTION:This lecture will focus on the Buddhist areas of the highest mountain range in the world\, the Himalayas — the once spiritual domain of Tibetan culture and religion\, spanning 2\,000 miles from Ladakh in the west to Bhutan in the east. Zara will explore the kingdoms and principalities of Ladakh\, Zanskar\, Spiti\, Lahoul\, Nepal\, Mustang\, Sikkim\, Bhutan and their spiritual heartland of Tibet. \nMany of these countries lay on the ancient trade routes connecting India with Central Asia\, and although isolated became important centres of Buddhist art and culture\, housing vast repositories of sacred in art in their monasteries and temples \nDates and Locations \nWednesday 13 May 2026 Geelong (VIC) \nMonday 18 May 2026 Murray River (NSW/VIC) \nTuesday 19 May 2026 Canberra (ACT) \nMonday 25 May 2026 Fleurieu (SA) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/journey-across-the-himalayas/2026-05-13/
CATEGORIES:ACT,NSW,SA,VIC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260513T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260513T190000
DTSTAMP:20251211T050027Z
CREATED:20251211T050027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T050027Z
UID:10000638-1778695200-1778698800@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:How To Look Slowly: Post-Impressionism
DESCRIPTION:Can we ever really ‘know’ a painting fully? What might we gain if we look again – but slowly – at a familiar picture? Looking with a curious eye we discover how familiar paintings by Georges Seurat and Vincent van Gogh that we know well from reproductions were both extraordinary and pioneering. They made extraordinary contributions to the development of modern art\, each through their own distinctive and experimental approaches to picture making. \nDates and Locations \nWednesday​ 13 May 2026 Tamworth (NSW) \nThursday 21 May 2026 Paddington (NSW) \nSunday 24 May 2026 Coffs Coast (NSW) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/how-to-look-slowly-post-impressionism/2026-05-13/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260514T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260514T190000
DTSTAMP:20251211T074125Z
CREATED:20251211T074125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T074125Z
UID:10000662-1778781600-1778785200@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:Berthe Morisot: Impressionist Innovator
DESCRIPTION:With her innovative use of colour\, fluid brushwork\, and attention to fleeting moments of daily life\, Berthe Morisot stands as a defining figure of French Impressionism. Her experimental approach challenged academic conventions\, creating a visual language of light\, immediacy\, and atmosphere. Beyond their surface beauty\, her paintings convey deeper meanings. By examining a selection of works\, we will see how\, in negotiating her bourgeois upbringing and position as a woman artist\, she reveals women’s inner emotional and psychological worlds. Our exploration will reveal how her luminous works capture the subtle complexities of life and female experience in 19th-century Paris. \nDates and Locations \nThursday 14 May 2026 Armidale (NSW) \nClick on the location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/berthe-morisot-impressionist-innovator/
CATEGORIES:NSW
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260514T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260514T203000
DTSTAMP:20251122T075606Z
CREATED:20251119T054813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251122T075606Z
UID:10000267-1778787000-1778790600@www.recent.artsnational.au
SUMMARY:Bhutan: The Kingdom of the Thunder God
DESCRIPTION:A general introduction to the tiny Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan\, known by its inhabitants as Druk Yul or land of the Thunder Dragon. This is a reference to the Drukpa tradition of Vajrayana Buddhism that permeates every aspect of Bhutanese life. This lecture explores the history\, art and culture of this extraordinary country\, which for centuries has preserved its traditional Buddhist values. Over the last few decades there have been many changes; such as the introduction of roads\, television and tourism. Will Bhutan be able to maintain the fine balance between tradition and modernity without diminishing its unique culture? \nDates and Locations \nThursday 14 May 2026 Melbourne (VIC) \nThursday 21 May 2026 Molonglo Plains (ACT\, NSW) \nSaturday 30 May 2026 Perth (WA) \nClick on your preferred location above for more details and to book tickets.
URL:https://www.recent.artsnational.au/event/bhutan-the-kingdom-of-the-thunder-god/2026-05-14/
CATEGORIES:ACT,NSW,VIC,WA
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