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Art After Hours is taking a break
We’ll be back from Wednesday 8 January 2020, with our unbeatable mix of art, talks, performances, live music, films, pop-up bar and food. From 12 December until 7 January, the Gallery is open 10am until 5pm every day, except on Christmas Day (25 December) when we’re closed.
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The art that made me
Artist Ceara Metlikovec discusses works in the collection that have inspired, influenced or simply delighted her.
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Archie 100
In the lead up to the Archibald’s 100th birthday, we’re seeking missing information or images of past Archibald Prize portraits.
Inside ARTEXPRESS
Explore artists and works back to 2005 in the annual exhibition of outstanding student artworks, developed for the HSC examination in Visual Arts in NSW.
Artist archives
Explore selected material from the archives of eight sculptors, drawn from more than 220 artists archives held by the Gallery, and read artist interviews.
Edmund Capon Fellowship
The Art Gallery of New South Wales announced the Edmund Capon Fellowship in 2013 to honour Edmund Capon AM OBE for his 33 years of leadership.
Sydney Modern Project
Learn more about the project to transform the Gallery with new and expanded spaces for art, performance, film, study and cultural programs.
Michael Brand on Instagram
You can follow Gallery director Michael Brand on Instagram, where he posts photos of art and life in Sydney and further afield.
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Restored and revived
Creating a Yao ceremonial painting takes about two months and is governed by strict rules of conduct. Conserving nine of these fragile works was an intricate process that took six months to complete.
Brett Whiteley Studio
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Sydney’s best-kept secret
The Brett Whiteley Studio at 2 Raper Street, Surry Hills was the workplace and home of one of Australia’s most celebrated artists, and is now a museum managed by the Gallery. It’s open to the public and to booked education groups, with changing exhibitions and a range of events.
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