Talks & Workshops

December 2009

Sunday 13 December 2009 at 1pm

Curator's Perspective Talk

McCubbin: Last Impressions 1907-17

Join exhibition curator Dr Anna Gray, Head of Australian Art at the National Gallery of Australia, as she discusses McCubbin’s art and life through his rarely displayed last impressions. Experience his striking use of colour, and see this iconic Australian artist in a new light as he depicted a modern Australia in cityscapes, sea-views, landscapes and interiors.

Admission charges to the exhibition apply.

February 2010

Frederick McCubbin
Arrival of the Duke and

Duchess of York, 1901 c 1908
oil on paper on canvas
59.4 x 89.8 cm
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased with the assistance of a special grant from the

Government of Victoria, 1979

Sunday 21 February 2010 at 2pm

Understanding Australian Art History

The Heidelberg School

Cost Tour & Talk: $8

Primarily designed for a cultural diverse audience, this tour will identify the significance of the Heidelberg artists' contribution to Australian art history and discuss their themes and techniques. Works from the State Art Collection and McCubbin: Last Impressions 1907-17 exhibition, will be used to illustrate the talk.

Bookings essential.

Frederick McCubbin
The cottage children (Rain and sunshine) 1910
oil on canvas
74.7 x 49.5 cm
Private collection

Thursday 25 February 2010 at 10am

Bush Babies Tour

For Grown-ups and little ones

Enjoy a free guided tour of the McCubbin: Last Impressions 1907-17 exhibition followed by refreshments in the Gallery Cafe. Babies and toddlers free, adult admission charges for the exhibition apply. See this website closer to the date.

Bookings essential.

Admission charges to the exhibition apply

Frederick McCubbin
Collins Street c 1915
oil on canvas on cardboard
25 x 35.3 cm
Geelong Gallery, Victoria
HP Douglass Bequest Fund, 1945

Sunday 28 February 2010 at 2pm

Curator's Talk

McCubbin: Last Impressions 1907-17

Join the curator of Historical Painting, Sculpture and Design, Melissa Harpley from the Art Gallery of Western Australia for her insight into the life and work of McCubbin for a free talk.

Admission charges to the exhibition apply.

Bookings

Please note:

* Bookings are required for all Artist / Designer workshops and fees apply. For more information call 9492 6640 or email public.programs@artgallery.wa.gov.au

Participants need no experience, just enthusiasm and an open mind. Some workshops may require you to bring materials to the class; please inquire when booking. All workshops are $16.50 unless otherwise stated (inc. GST), which includes tuition and most materials. Payment is essential to confirm your place.