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Stephen Jones for Christian Dior Haute Couture / ‘Olga Sherer inspirée par
Gruau’ Hat / Autumn Winter 2007–08 / © Christopher Moore/Catwalking
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Stephen Jones for Christian Dior Haute Couture / ‘Olga Sherer inspirée par Gruau’ Hat / Autumn Winter 2007–08 / © Christopher Moore/Catwalking

Hats: An Anthology by Stephen Jones

WHEN: Opening 27 March 2010
WHERE: Gallery 4, QAG

The finishes touches are now being made on the spectacular exhibition ‘Hats: An Anthology by Stephen Jones’ which explores the art of millinery. This exhibition is the result of a collaboration between London’s Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) and one of the world’s foremost milliners, Stephen Jones. Watch the progress of the 'Hats' exhibition being installed. There will be regular updates on our Flickr site until the exhibition opens on March 27. Read more

Stephen Jones Portrait: Caption: Stephen Jones © Justinephotograpy In-conversation: ‘Hats: An Anthology by Stephen Jones’

TIME: 11.30am
WHEN: Thursday 1 April 2010
WHERE: Please note: Change of venue to Cinema A, GoMA
BOOKINGS: Free. No bookings required, however seating is limited. Please arrive early to avoid disappointment.


Join Stephen Jones and Oriole Cullen, Curator of Modern Textiles and Fashion at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, for insights into the exhibition. For more information on further upcoming Talks & Tours visit our website.
Top Hats

WHEN: 27 March - 27 June 2010
WHERE: Gallery 4, QAG


Children and adults are invited to discover the art of designing hats in an interactive section of the exhibition. Visitors will be able to create their own toppers, berets or bonnets using paper and card inspired by the hats on display, including the fantastical creations of milliner extraordinaire, Stephen Jones.

Photograph yourself wearing your fabulous creation and add it to our Top Hats Gallery group on Flickr and you could win a copy of the Hats: An Anthology by Stephen Jones exhibition catalogue.
Hats Salon

WHEN: 27 March – 27 June 2010
WHERE: Gibson entrance, QAG


To celebrate ‘Hats: An Anthology by Stephen Jones', the Gallery has established a Hats Salon where visitors can purchase exclusive handmade creations by leading milliners, many of whom have work featured in the exhibition, including designs by Stephen Jones. There will also be a number of in-store appearances by milliners to assist you with finding the perfect hat. Read more
Become a Gallery Member today and see ‘Hats’ first

TIME: 8.00-9.00am
WHEN: Saturday 27 March 2010
WHERE: Gallery 4, QAG (enter via Gibson entrance, Stanley Place)
BOOKINGS: Free. Bookings required. To book, email gallerymembers@qag.qld.gov.au or call (07) 3840 7061


Join Gallery Members today for your chance to see ‘Hats: An Anthology by Stephen Jones’ before it opens to the public! From 8.00-9.00am on Saturday 27 March, Gallery Members have exclusive access to the ‘Hats’ exhibition. For a limited time, all new Gallery Members receive a free ticket to ‘Ron Mueck’. Join today to be part of the Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art and to access an exciting range of events and benefits. Read more
Talking About Asia Pacific Art Series

TIME: 2.00pm
WHEN: Concludes Saturday 27 March 2010 - This week: Focus on West Asia (Dr Mark Pennings)
WHERE: Cinema B, GoMA


This illustrated series hosted by art historian Dr Mark Pennings introduces and extends ideas and themes explored in APT6. Final talk this week focuses on the art of West Asia in APT6, including artists Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian and Ayaz Johkio. Read more
2010 Sites of Communication symposium
artists | audiences | art museums


TIME: 10.00am - 4.00pm
WHEN: Friday 26 & Saturday 27 March 2010
WHERE: GoMA


The 2010 Sites of Communication symposium starts tomorrow at the Gallery of Modern Art.

If you missed your opportunity to book online, limited additional places will be available at the GoMA ticket office from 8.30am Friday 26 March and 9.00am Saturday 27 March (cash only). Please arrive early to avoid disappointment.

Download the full program

Symposium delegates receive:

Two-day symposium – featuring local, national and international speakers from a range of fields, including art, architecture, marketing and digital media Catered lunch – Gallery of Modern Art Roof Terrace (Friday 26 March) and Queensland Art Gallery Sculpture Courtyard (Saturday 27 March)

Complimentary ticket to the final APT Up Late on Friday 26 March; And a special lunchtime viewing of the Victoria & Albert Museum, London, exhibition ‘Hats: An Anthology by Stephen Jones’ on its opening day - with introduction by co-curator Miranda Wallace (Saturday 27 March).

Speakers include:

Nicholas Bonner (filmmaker, curator and collector, Beijing)
Max Delany (Director, Monash University Gallery, Melbourne)
Ted Snell (Winthrop Professor and Director of the Cultural Precinct, University of Western Australia, Perth)
Tony Ellwood (Director, Queensland Art Gallery / Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane)

Registration fees:

2 day registration
Full fee $280
Student/concessions $130

1 day registration
Full fee $160
Student/concessions $100
James Fardoulys / Blue roses 1964 / Oil on canvas / 77 x 87.5cm / Collection: Ray Hughes, Sydney) James Fardoulys: A Queensland Naive Artist

WHEN: Opening 27 March 2010
WHERE: Xstrata Coal Queensland Artists’ Gallery, QAG


Opening this weekend, 'James Fardoulys: A Queensland Naive Artist', surveys the work of one of the most prominent and widely appreciated naive painters in Australia. We are pleased to share the exhibition curator’s insightful essay behind this significant exhibition. To read Research Curator Glenn R Cooke's essay click here
Guided tours

Did you know that our dedicated team of Volunteer Guides provide free guided tours daily at both QAG and GoMA? Deaf visitors are invited to join one of our monthly Auslan interpreted tours and visitors with a hearing impairment are also welcome to book a tour where assistive listening devices are provided. These tours are scheduled on selected Fridays.

Visit our website for more information.

Come and enjoy a free guided tour of 'Hats: An Anthology by Stephen Jones' at QAG:

QAG tours from 27 March
11.00am Hats: An Anthology by Stephen Jones
12 noon Australian Stories
1.00pm Colonial Visions
2.00pm People and Places

GoMA tours from 6 April
11.00am Gallery Highlights
2.00pm Gallery Highlights

ANZAC DAY GUIDED TOURS (Gallery opens at 12.00pm on 25 April)

QAG
1.00pm Hats: An Anthology by Stephen Jones
2.00pm Australian Stories
GoMA
1.00pm Gallery Highlights
2.00pm Gallery Highlights

Please note the Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art will be closed on Good Friday (2 April 2010).

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