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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 […] |
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Pieter will share his techniques for capturing extraordinary images for Sir David Attenborough and National Geographic from playful macaque monkeys to majestic cassowaries in Australia. From playful Macaque monkeys in China to majestic Cassowaries in Northern Australia, the lecture will be illustrated with segments from Pieter’s nature documentaries. Dates and Locations Wednesday 1 April 2026 […] |
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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 […] |
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Sydney-born Claudia Chan Shaw fashion designer, television presenter, author, public speaker, installation artist, photo artist, curator. |
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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 […] |
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Paddington is possibly Australia’s most loved suburb. It is renowned as an almost intact nineteenth-century precinct. Once shabby and down at heel, by the 1960s it was Sydney’s ‘arts hubs’. How and why did this happen? What makes Paddington so loved by our creatives? How did the galleries start up? By the 1970s the suburb […] |
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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 […]
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Art history is replete with portraits of the good and the great, vistas of great landscapes and stories of great heroism, sometimes true, sometimes imagined. In our own time the story of Australia’s most populous City without people over a two-year period is told by photographer John Swainston in a series of images that start […] |
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When Charles II returned from exile in 1660, he reopened London’s theatres after 18 years of Puritan bans. For the first time, women could act on stage, and Shakespeare’s plays were reshaped with French spectacle and style. Some changes were bizarre, others brilliant, but all transformed how audiences saw his work. This lecture, with vivid […] 
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 […] |
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The grand tour was undertaken by many young English aristocrats, focusing on classical education but leading also into different styles of country house decoration and art. Dates and Locations Wednesday 15 April 2026 Geelong (VIC) Click on the location above for more details and to book tickets.
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Unrecognised during his lifetime, Paul Gauguin developed his unique style in French Polynesia. Henri Matisse’s Tahitian sojourn, provided the source for his Oceania series. Many early explorer ships such as Captain Cook’s ‘Endeavour’ carried artists who gave the world unique scenes of their contact with indigenous peoples. Dates and Location Wednesday 15 April 2026 Tamworth […]
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The work of Mauritis Cornellis Escher has long fascinated the viewer due to its optical illusions. We will see that his work was increasingly inspired by mathematics. Ann Harbers is an independent art historian and lecturer focusing on European and Australian artists. Her current research delves into 17th century Dutch art, and European Art and […]
Paddington is possibly Australia’s most loved suburb. It is renowned as an almost intact nineteenth-century precinct. Once shabby and down at heel, by the 1960s it was Sydney’s ‘arts hubs’. How and why did this happen? What makes Paddington so loved by our creatives? How did the galleries start up? By the 1970s the suburb […]
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 […] |
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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 […]
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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. Dates and […] 
Film production took off in Australia in the 1970s, a period that came to be known as the Australian New Wave. Meet Australia’s greatest living playwright and discover some of the stars in award-winning movies made during this exciting period of cinematic renaissance. Dates and Locations Thursday 16 April 2026 Armidale (NSW) Monday 15 June […]
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Delve into the dramatic story of China’s trade with the West in Silk Sliver Opium with historian and author Michael Pembroke. From silk, silver, and tea to opium, missionaries, and war, this lecture reveals how centuries of commerce, conflict, and cultural exchange shaped China’s modern identity. Learn why these historical interactions continue to influence China’s […] |
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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 Mission Control in Houston, this documentary offers exclusive footage from unprecedented access to the Space Shuttle, Endeavour—a privilege never before granted. Pieter will share behind-the-scenes stories and delve into the missions and […]
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Pieter will present select segments from my documentary “4”. This talk features an exquisite performance of “Spring” from Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons by renowned Japanese violinist Sayaka Shoji. Through Pieter’s cinematography, he captures the essence of Japan’s Cherry Blossom love story, offering an immersive and visually stunning musical experience. Dates and Locations Friday 17 April […] |
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Steven Miller has published widely on art and his popular ‘Dogs in Australian Art’ is now into its third expanded edition. From colonial works through to contemporary installations, in this lecture he will show how dogs have truly been ‘the best friend’ to artists, not only as subjects, but also as companions and champions. As the […]
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One of the most popular pastimes in the Victorian and Edwardian period was the costume ball. They continued the 18th century obsession with the masquerade, at which both costumes and masks were worn. They were popular with all classes, but for the rich, they offered the chance to really flaunt wealth without limit. The scandal […] |
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Thousands of Jewish migrants fled Nazism and many arrived in Australia in the 1930s and ‘40s. A large number proceeded to work in the clothing and appearance industries, also known as the ‘rag trade’. The focus is Sydney and the subplot is ‘Dressing Sydney: The Jewish Fashion Story’. Learn how a whole working-class district – […] |
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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 […] |
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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 […]
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 […] |
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Steven Miller has published widely on art and his popular ‘Dogs in Australian Art’ is now into its third expanded edition. From colonial works through to contemporary installations, in this lecture he will show how dogs have truly been ‘the best friend’ to artists, not only as subjects, but also as companions and champions. As the […] |
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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 […] |
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In the 13th–14th centuries, Syrian and Egptian glassmakers ymastered works decorated with enamels and gold, influencing Venetian glass, which peaked in the 15th–16th centuries. In the 19th century, renewed interest in this enamelled and gilded glass led to the original Islamic works becoming sought-after collectibles on the French art market. Dates and Locations Saturday 2 May […] |
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