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Bridget Walter, Iona Presentation College, W.A.S. Kohlbardi - Sheep Farm 202, oil and synthetic polymer paint, fleece and processed wool on a synthetic wool bale, 90 x 80 x 60 cm. Photo: Bo Wong A view of Bridget Walker's work 'W.A.S. Kohlbardi - Sheep Farm 202' for The West Australian Pulse 2022. The work is a bale of wool, onto which is screen printed a picture of two farmers and an abstract design. Young artists challenge the cynics
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Young artists challenge the cynics

4 May 2022

AGWA’s annual showcase of Year 12 art takes the pulse of a switched-on generation ready to make their mark on the world, writes Craig McKeough.

Reading time • 7 minutesVisual Art
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Sandra Hill, Minang/Wardandi/Ballardong/Nyoongar peoples, Double Standards, 2015, National Gallery of Australia, Canberra, purchased 2016 with the support of Warwick Hemsley and The Hon. Melissa Parke to mark Mr Hemsley's tenure on Council and in recognition of the 50th Anniversary of the 1967 Referendum. What looks like an abstracted version of the Australian flag is actually composed of tiny squares, each depicting the double standards that exist for black and white Australia A statement of cultural survival
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A statement of cultural survival

14 March 2022

Often tackling confronting issues, the Art Gallery of WA’s “Ever Present” is a stunning and thought-provoking exhibition, says Michelle White.

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Songstress adds new strings to her bow
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Songstress adds new strings to her bow

19 February 2022

An intimate concert with Katie Noonan confirms the breadth of her reach as one of Australia’s leading performers, and takes long-time fan Rosalind Appleby back to an earlier encounter.

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A man stands on a spiral staircase, wearing a black jacket, with his hands in his pockets Your guide to the new Art Gallery of WA
Podcasts

Your guide to the new Art Gallery of WA

4 November 2021

On the eve of the reopening of the Art Gallery of WA, Director Colin Walker gives us a peek behind the scenes: what to expect, why there were delays and how the new-look gallery has put WA artists front and centre.

Reading time • 2 minutesVisual Art
a city skyline seen from the roof of a building Gallery revamp more than bricks and mortar
Features

Gallery revamp more than bricks and mortar

4 November 2021

The long-awaited renovation of the Art Gallery of WA will be revealed this weekend. Director Colin Walker shares his vision for the new-look gallery.

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Podcasts

Your Arts Playground podcast: November

28 October 2021

This month we’re excited about the re-opening the Art Gallery of WA, the Fremantle Biennale, the Perth International Jazz Festival… and more!

Reading time • 5 minutesMulti-arts
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Three paper puppets of Australian native animals in front of a cream paper backdrop Spring gig guide for kids
Kids

Spring gig guide for kids

16 September 2021

Spring in Perth offers the very best range of arts events for children. Check out our gig guide for your next fabulous family experience.

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A model of the ship Batavia built out of lego Winter gig guide for kids
Kids

Winter gig guide for kids

25 June 2021

Stay active during the winter holidays with this list of family-friendly arts experiences that will warm the body and the heart.

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