The Museum of Contemporary Art Australia’s annual exhibition for artists aged 35 and under opens to visitors on Saturday 14 September at Noosa Regional Gallery.
Featuring six early-career artists, the works of various media, including installation, video, painting, sculpture, mark-making and text, challenge society’s prescribed structures, delivering compelling alternatives to the status quo.
Guest curated by Sydney-based artist and curator Talia Smith, Primavera features artists Tiyan Baker (NSW), Christopher Bassi (QLD), Moorina Bonini (VIC), Nikki Lam (VIC), Sarah Poulgrain (QLD), and Truc Truong (SA), who through their art investigate themes of protest, reimagining, and perseverance.
“What brings these artists together is the way they reckon with the perils of history, education, culture, and language to question authoritative structures and systems,” says Smith; “they assert that there is more than one way of living and offer impressions of how it might look.”
Confirms Noosa Regional Gallery Director Michael Brennan; “We’re always excited to share new works and fresh perspectives about contemporary life with the local community. When young people recognise they have a voice, the prospect of change becomes real. Witnessing young artists transforming personal experiences to art, and challenging power dynamics; it is exciting, to say the least.”
Join Suzanne Cotter, Director, Museum of Contemporary Art Australia at the official exhibition opening event this Saturday 14 September from 3-5pm. Free tickets are available via the Gallery website. Bookings essential for catering purposes.
PRIMAVERA: Young Australian Artists will run from 14 September to 3 November. Entry to the exhibition is free. Visit: www.noosaregionalgallery.com.au
