Art Exhibitions In Sydney June-July 2012

Art Exhibitions In Sydney June-July 2012 When you think of Sydney, ‘art galleries’ may not be the first thought that pops into your head, but this city is bursting with them. Paintings, sculpture, photography, video – Sydney has it all to offer. So for those who want to try something a little different to the average traveller activities and antics, here are our favourite current exhibitions and shows appearing in Sydney galleries right now.

The Other’s Other Exhibition – 9 May – 17 June 2012

This exhibition focuses on the fluidity of territorial borders, and how migration has an effect on cultural identification. It includes new and recent work from leading Australian and international artists who explore the concepts of home and cultural belonging. Leading to a sense of longing, relief and distance as you compare two cultures, you start to question your belonging and acceptance.

Where: Artspace Visual Arts Centre, 43 – 51 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011
Phone: (02) 9356 0555
www.artspace.org.au

Australian Symbolism : The Art Of Dreams – 11 May – 29 July 2012

Symbolism art shows altered realities conjured by the mind, as opposed to representing the real world. Australian Symbolism: The Art Of Dreams consists of 70 paintings, sculptures, photographs and decorative art by Australian artists working in both Europe and Australia, who have used Symbolist themes to define Australian conditions.

Where: Art Gallery of New South Wales, Art Gallery Road, The Domain, 2000
Phone: (02) 9225 1744
www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au

18th Biennale of Sydney: all our relations – 27 June – 16 September 2012

Art from the last century was largely focused on separation, negativity and disruption of strategies of change. Now attention is being drawn to how things connect, and how we relate to each other and the world. This exhibition shows new stories, thoughts and patterns emerging, with international artists collaborating to create works that relates as if they evolve from each other.

Where: Museum of Contemporary Art, 140 George Street, The Rocks, Sydney NSW 2000
Phone: (02) 9245 2400
www.mca.com.au

Head On Portrait Prize – 5 May – 17 June 2012

As part of the Head On Photo Festival, the Australian Centre for Photography will host an exhibition of the finalists of the 2012 Head On Portrait Prize. This competition is Australia’s major innovative showcase for portrait photography, with emphasis placed on the quality and impact of an image rather than the photographer or subject.

Where: Australian Centre for Photography, 257 Oxford Street, Paddington, NSW 2021 Australia
Phone: (02) 9332 0555
www.acp.org.au

Fish In Australian Art – 5 April – 1 October 2012

Fish have appeared in Australian art for thousands of years, whether they feature on a dinner table or in the ocean. This unique exhibition looks at Australian rock art to contemporary art and reveals how the wonder of fish is an enduring inspiration for artists.

Where: Australian National Maritime Museum, 2 Murray Street, Sydney, NSW 2000
Phone: (02) 9298 3777
www.anmm.gov.au