A solo exhibition featuring the works of Garry Shead, one of Australia's most renowned artists, is taking place in his home town of Bundeena. / (min cost $ 0 ) or signup to continue reading is being held at The Little Gallery, a new art space located in the main street of Bundeena. This is the first solo exhibition by Garry, 82, in Bundeena, where he lives with his wife Rose.
The Little Gallery owner Joe Meagher said it was an honour and privilege to have the exhibition. "Garry is a national treasure whose legacy of work speaks to generations of Australians," he said. "Recognised as the finest lyrical figurative painter of our time, he is an Archibald and Dobell prize winning artist and film director, and peer of notable artists including Brett Whiteley.
"His works are held by the Australian National Gallery, leading state and regional galleries as well as international collections. "My partner Kim and I are privileged to have his paintings and etchings on show. "We believe the contribution and trust in our gallery from the Sheads will also help to support other artists who present their work here, in the beautiful natural Australian bush surroundings of Bundeena.
" Garry and Rose attended the launch at The Little Gallery on August 17 with guests from Bundeena, Maianbar, Sutherland, Cronulla and as far as the Southern Highlands, Newtown, the Eastern Suburbs and the Northern Beaches. Garry said it was wonderful to finally exhibit at a gallery in the same village where he has lived for more than 30 years. "Every time I come to the gallery I love it," he said.
"The space, the colours and the light are beautiful." features newly painted works produced for the exhibition as a tribute to his original 1990s DH Lawrence series. Works include Black and white and coloured etchings from the Sheads' private collection are also part of the exhibition.
Art critics have likened the DH Lawrence series to those of Sidney Nolan's Ned Kelly and Arthur Boyd's Bride series in its conception of the new Australian myth. Dr Luke Johnson, senior lecturer in creative writing at the University of Wollongong, who gave a presentation on the exhibition's opening night, said Garry is not only "an artist of intellect and emotion, but also one of brilliant technical capability, connecting earnest lyricism with cosmic mythology and joyful satire to tell stories that feel relevant, insightful and unashamedly Australian". runs until 21 September 2024.
The Little Gallery, 42 Brighton Street, Bundeena is open from Thursday to Monday, 10am to 3pm. Phone: 0400 007 484. St George and Sutherland Shire Leader reporter covering politics, urban affairs, council, development and general community news.
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