Using her matrilineal Japanese heritage as a point of inspiration for her work, gain a behind-the-scenes insight into this delicate artform. Visitors are welcome to converse and query Rei and her practice while she is cutting. About the artist: Elysha Rei is a Japanese-Australian visual artist who works in paper cutting, installations and public art. […]
At a time when climate change and the environment are central, this approach to a traditional, recyclable and renewable art medium is in itself a political statement. For some artists, ecology and sustainability inform their work, for others it is secondary to an often cutting, critical engagement with the medium or other sociopolitical issues. The […]
Led by an expert guide, the one and a half hour tour will take you through this state-of-the-art building, the old and the new, to hear stories from the original boot making factory days to its present incarnation as home of Queensland Ballet, and Brisbane’s newest arts and entertainment precinct. Discover new spaces, enjoy stunning […]
Botanica: Contemporary Art Outside is returning to the City Botanic Gardens between 12-21 May 2023, 5‑10pm. This year will see ten large-scale installations, ranging from sculpture and projections through to augmented reality and interactive creations that will once again transform the gardens into an outdoor gallery. Attend an AfterDark Art walk or complete the children’s discovery trail and enjoy […]
Join us for the BAD Open Studio Bus Tour + Lunch experience and step into the studios of Brisbane’s most exciting designers and artists, as well as enjoying a catered lunch in an exclusive location. Enjoy the festival in air-conditioned comfort while we take you behind-the-scenes into Brisbane’s art and design community – stepping into […]
The BAD Open Studio Bus Tours offer a behind-the-scenes look into Brisbane’s art and design community – stepping into the artist’s studio and hearing directly from the makers about their practice. This tour connects the many aspects of what makes up Brisbane’s creative community and whisks you around the BAD neighbourhoods for special guided tour. […]
Settle in to a converted builder’s yard and discover a community hub boasting a wide variety of food trucks. Grab a scrumptious bite to eat, a cool drink and while away the night as local musician, Jeremy Beamish, and Scribble Slam street artists bring Albion’s best kept secret to life. […]
Unveiling the ineptitude of ‘official records’, You’ll Know It When You Feel It is a socially engaged art project that seeks to resist bureaucratic representations of women whose lives intersect with the prison industrial complex. Co-created by Brisbane based artist Raphaela Rosella, this intimate work has emerged over fifteen years alongside several women in her […]
The resulting sculptural photographs on aluminium present blurred, vast spaces for asteroid-like forms that are both stationary and adrift. Extending upon Drew’s investigation into the innovation and exploration of representational and still-life photography, rock fruit flower alludes to our planet’s volatility. These sculptural photographic works are intended for a wide audience in that they respond […]
Known for being one of the city’s premiere creative learning institutions, come and explore the work of the industry’s future leaders. This free open day includes exhibitions from a handpicked selection of students and alumni. Contributing faculties include; Diploma of Visual Arts, Bachelor of Visual Arts and Visual Communications, Bachelor of Photography, and Diploma of […]
