Audio-description tours
Hear detailed descriptions of selected artworks on display at the Art Gallery of New South Wales and take part in an inclusive group discussion accompanied by tactile support material.
Our monthly audio-description tours for visitors who are blind or have low vision are presented by the Art Gallery’s experienced audio description guides and occur seated in the exhibition spaces. Companions and guide dogs are welcome.
Audio-description tours
July–November 2022
1.30pm
Ticketing and information desk
Art Gallery of NSW
Free, bookings required
Bookings and enquiries: 02 9225 1740
Tailored audio-described tours of the permanent galleries and temporary exhibitions are available for visitors who are blind or with low vision if booked at least two weeks in advance. Email: education@ag.nsw.gov.au or call 02 9225 1740 to discuss
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Making place
Learn about the work of artists Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan, explore their Making it Home project, and consider what home means for you.
Image:Isabel and Alfredo Aquilizan Fleet 2019, courtesy of the artists and Yavuz Gallery © Isabel and Alfredo Aquilizan
Wednesday 20 July 2022 1.30–2.30pm
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Daniel Boyd, Australia and identity
Learn about Daniel Boyd and his use of art to communicate his relationship to Australia and its history.
Image:Daniel Boyd We call them pirates out here 2006, Museum of Contemporary Art Australia © Daniel Boyd
Saturday 6 August 2022 1.30–2.30pm
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Shape, form and LeWitt
Consider the work of American artist Sol LeWitt and the impact that he has had on our current understanding of art.
Image:Sol LeWitt Irregular grid 2001 (detail), John Kaldor Family Collection at the Art Gallery of New South Wales © Estate of Sol LeWitt/ARS. Copyright Agency
Wednesday 7 September 2022 1.30–2.30pm
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From where we came
Investigate the work of 20th-century artists in this facilitated tour of the Art Gallery's collection.
Image:Nora Heysen Self-portrait 1932 (detail), Art Gallery of New South Wales © Lou Klepac
Saturday 8 October 2022 1.30–2.30pm
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Celebrations
As the Art Gallery transforms through the Sydney Modern Project, we explore how it feels, looks and sounds to be new.
Wednesday 9 November 2022 1.30–2.30pm