Current Exhibitions The Recent Past: Contemporary Acquisitions, 1995-2004 Foresight: The Genesis of the Collection, 1945-54 Out of the Shadows: The Mezzotints of Graeme Peebles - touring
			The Recent Past: Contemporary Acquisitions, 1995 - 2004 28 April to 3 July Featuring major works acquired over the past decade, this exhibition celebrates the 60th anniversary of the QUT Art Collection. It provides a valuable insight into the development of one of Queensland’s most important collections. Highlights include works by Gordon Bennett, Eugene Carchesio, Fiona Foley, Rosalie Gascoigne, Tim Johnson, Robert Klippel, Jon Molvig, Sidney Nolan, Luke Roberts, Rover Thomas, Fred Williams, Judith Wright and the Hermannsburg potters. Jon Molvig 1923-70 Head of a madman 1957 Oil on canvas Purchased 2000 QUT Art Collection back to top
			Foresight: The Genesis of the Collection, 1945-54 12 May to 31 July To mark the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the QUT Art Collection, this exhibition examines the Collection’s origins. Numerous artists including Douglas Annand, William Bustard, Margaret Cilento, Bessie Gibson, Murray Griffin, Hans Heysen, Nora Heysen, Kenneth Macqueen and Margaret Preston are represented. Kenneth Macqueen 1897-1960 Evening by the creek c1950 Watercolour over pencil Purchased 1950 QUT Art Collection back to top
			2005 International Digital Art Awards 7 July to 4 September (QUT Art Museum, Gardens Point) 4 August to 4 September (Creative Industries Precinct, Kelvin Grove) Experience the IDAA in QUT's first interactive, cross-campus exhibition. Featuring the finalists of the popular annual awards, this exhibition brings together digital fine artists with digital photographers, videographers, animators, IT and software developers and corporate advertisers. The IDAA presents an alternative, world-wide forum for digital artists, showcasing a dedicated program within a fine art context, rather than a prescribed industrial or academic platform of events. Immerse yourself in new media works at the Creative Industries Precinct (Cnr Kelvin Grove Rd and Musk Ave, Kelvin Grove) in this high-tech, multi-screen environment. Don't miss the popular showcase of prints at QUT Art Museum (Gardens Point, next to City Botanic Gardens). Showing across two campuses, with a live link, the collective value of this exhibition is something that Australian audiences are rarely able to see in one exhibition. Presented by International Digital Art back to top
			A Silent Walk: The Sculpture of Stephen Hart 4 August to 9 October A Silent Walk explores Queensland based artist Stephen Hart’s engaging journey with sculpture and art making over the last ten years. His figurative works, carved and sculpted from hardwood and rescued timbers, have emerged in response to his question, “How can I give representation to humanity … and express the unfolding human drama in all its complexity?” Driven by his contemplation of the human condition, Hart’s whimsical and ultimately profound sculptural works grapple with universal issues including the individual’s desire to find a place in the world. His intimate and uplifting sculptures negotiate scale to great effect, providing ironic metaphors for society and extending the possibilities for sculpture. Stephen Hart born 1953 Stilling moving II 2002 (detail) Painted carved timber Purchased 2003 QUT Art Collection back to top
			Somewhere in the City: Noel McKenna 8 September to 6 November There is often something unsettling about Noel McKenna's work, as seemingly innocent images can take on sinister overtones. Come and see a glimpse of McKenna's substantial output in an exhibition that focuses on imagery of figures in the urban environment, portrayed in paintings, drawings, prints, ceramics and sculpture. Somewhere in the City is Sydney-based McKenna's first major exhibition in his hometown since departing twenty-five years ago. McKenna won the Art Gallery of New South Wales' Sulman Prize in 1994 and Wynne Prize in 1997, 1999 and 2001. Noel McKenna born 1956 Laundromat 1989 Coloured inks Courtesy of the artist back to top
			Selected Chinese Prints of the 20th Century: 1900-1999 27 October to 18 December From an ancient art to the 20th Century ‘new print’ movement, this exhibition presents a powerful portrayal of Chinese life by its own artists. ‘New print’ differs from traditional prints not only in techniques, but also in artistic ideals and social implications. From day one it has been closely tied to the liberation cause of the Chinese nation and the life of the Chinese people. With a history of printmaking in China that spans over 2,000 years, this exhibition features 100 woodblock prints, screenprints, etchings and lithographs showcasing 100 years of printmaking in the People’s Republic of China. They are at once beautiful, haunting and evocative. Presented by QUT Art Museum and Brisbane City Council Tour organised by the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Australia Chao Mei Fertile Pastures 1960 Woodprint 32 x 26cm back to top
			David Rankin: Then and Now (1967-2004) 10 November to 29 January 2006 David Rankin thinks of himself as a humanist, which he defines as having “a full sense of recognition of the value of the human spirit, achievement and dignity”. This exhibition endeavours to reveal the sources of his imagery, such as his perceptions of the landscape, especially deserts and his response to the unspeakable tragedies of the 20th Century. The selected works show the breadth of Rankin’s range, both emotional and aesthetic. In honing his painterly intelligence, Rankin has roamed far in art and literary history, from ancient Chinese treatises, to Japanese haiku, to the Kabbalah. He has also roamed the world, having been inspired by the ancient stones of Jerusalem, the deserts in Mexico and his own Australian experiences. This is a Tweed River Art Gallery Touring Exhibition and is sponsored by Jackell Pty Ltd with the financial assistance of the NSW Ministry for the Arts and Adrian Slinger Galleries. David Rankin born 1946 Knowing or not knowing Oil on linen Collection of Adrian Slinger back to top
			Out of the Shadows: The Mezzotints of Graeme Peebles A QUT Art Museum touring exhibition - download the media release here - download the education kit here Perc Tucker Regional Gallery, Townsville 24 June - 24 August 2005 Graeme Peebles Island 1995 Colour mezzotint Gift of Bob Peebles under the Cultural Gifts Program, 2003 back to top