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Vida Lahey / The carters' rest, Eagle Street 1913 / Watercolour on paper / Purchased 2005 / Collection: Queensland Art Gallery
TRANSPARENT: WATERCOLOUR IN QUEENSLAND 1850s–1980s
WHEN Until 20 July
WHERE QAG
ENTRY Free
‘Transparent’ explores the long and diverse history of watercolour painting in Queensland. The exhibition brings together over 150 watercolours from the Gallery’s Collection, demonstrating the enduring appeal of the medium.

Do you recognise the iconic Brisbane fountain in this painting? The first 3 people to email the correct location win a copy of the exhibition publication. (Hint: It’s somewhere in the CBD)

Read more about the exhibition on the QAGOMA Blog.
‘TRANSPARENT’ EXHIBTION CATALOUGE
QAG CAFE LUNCH SPECIAL
‘TRANSPARENT’ EXHIBITION CATALOGUE
‘TRANSPARENT’ QAG CAFE LUNCH SPECIAL
RRP $44.95 / Members $35.95

The beautifully illustrated publication includes a curatorial overview of the artworks in the exhibition, a conservator’s insight into fine artist papers and biographical notes on the artists.

Available from the QAGOMA Store.
$20 per person / $18 Members

Complement your visit to ‘Transparent’ with a mouth-watering lunch inspired by the delicate nature of watercolours. Enjoy Hervey Bay scallop ravioli, charred red pepper salsa and basil oil, with a glass of house wine.

Available daily 10.00am – 3.00pm, until 20 July.
PROGRAMS, EVENTS & EXHIBITIONS
Samantha Shellard, Conservator, Works on Paper
TRANSPARENT: SUNDAY INSIGHTS FLOOR TALK
WORKING WITH WATERCOLOUR PAPER
TIME 2.30pm
WHEN Sunday 18 May
WHERE QAG
ENTRY Free, no bookings required
On International Museum Day, draw inspiration from the ‘Transparent: Watercolour in Queensland 1850s–1980s’ exhibition with Samantha Shellard, Conservator, Works on Paper as she shares specialist insights into the medium of watercolour paper.
CELEBRATE QUEENSLAND WEEK AT QAG
During Queensland Week (31 May – 8 June) the Gallery will host a range of programs and events celebrating Queensland artists, through a range of current exhibitions
on display at the Queensland Art Gallery.
Joe Rootsey / Coastal landscape c.1954 Gouache and coloured pencil on paper on board / Gift of Dr Peter Lavarack in memory of Joan Innes Reid, AM, through the Queensland Art Gallery Foundation 2010 / Collection: Queensland Art Gallery
Vida Lahey, Australia 1882-1968 / Art and nature 1934 / Watercolour over pencil Support on cardboard / Gift of the Queensland Art Fund 1950 in memory of Miss Madge Roe (1891-1938) / Collection: Queensland Art Gallery / © QAGOMA
'TRANSPARENT’ FLOOR TALK
‘SAM FULLBROOK’ FLOOR TALK
TIME 11.30am
WHEN Tuesday 3 June
WHERE QAG
ENTRY Free, no bookings required
Join Michael Hawker, Associate Curator, Australian Art, for a journey through the ‘Transparent: Watercolour in Queensland 1850s–1980s’ exhibition, with a specific focus on the medium’s important role in documenting Queensland’s history.
TIME 12.30pm
WHEN Tuesday 3 June
WHERE QAG
ENTRY Free, no bookings required
Join Angela Goddard, Curator, Australian Art to 1975, as she reflects on one of Queensland’s finest painters, Sam Fullbrook. Delve further into the life of the artist and examine the works in the exhibition that depict the Queensland landscape and its people.
‘TRANSPARENT’ QAGOMA 50+ HALF DAY COURSE
SPECIAL OFFER: 20% OFF QAGOMA MEMBERSHIP
QAGOMA 50+ ‘TRANSPARENT’ HALF DAY COURSE
SPECIAL OFFER: 20% OFF QAGOMA MEMBERSHIP
TIME 10.30am – 1.30pm
WHEN Friday 6 June
WHERE QAG
ENTRY $40 / $35 Members. Book online
Celebrate Queensland Day on Friday 6 June in this half day course and draw inspiration from the ‘Transparent’ exhibition, with a conservation talk and hands-on watercolour workshop with Brisbane-based artist Hadieh Afshani. Catered to beginners, no prior experience required. All materials included in ticket price.
TIME 10.00am – 5.00pm
WHEN 31 May – 8 June 2014
WHERE QAG & GOMA
Become a QAGOMA Member on-site during Queensland Week and receive a 20% discount. All new Members receive a voucher redeemable for a FREE exhibition ticket or five-film pass, a limited edition tote bag, and a welcome pack including a personalised Membership card providing year–round discounts, benefits and events! Prices start from just $49.60. Read More.
Mabel Juli, Gija people, Australia b.c1933 / Marranyji and Dinal2004 / Natural pigments on canvas / Purchased 2005 with funds from Cathryn Mittelheuser, AM, through the Queensland Art Gallery Foundation / Collection: Queensland Art Gallery / © Mabel Juli 2004. Licensed by Viscopy, Sydney, 2014
TERRAIN: INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIAN OBJECTS AND REPRESENTATIONS
WHERE GOMA
WHEN Until September 2015
ENTRY Free
Celebrate National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 September 2015) by visiting GOMA’s newest exhibition ‘Terrain’, a survey of contemporary Indigenous Australian paintings and fibre works from starkly contrasting places and histories. The exhibition includes works from diverse regions – Queensland, Tasmania, the Central and Western deserts, Arnhem Land and Western Australia’s Kimberley coast.
GET INVOLVED IN THE PINEAPPLE EXPRESS!
Fallen Fruit (David Burns and Austin Young) / Fruit Machine: Yellow Pineapple 2014 / Image courtesy: The artistss
FALLEN FRUIT ARE SEEKING YOUR INVOLVEMENT
QUEENSLAND CALL FOR EVERYTHING PINEAPPLE
As part of GOMA’s upcoming exhibition ‘Harvest’ opening 28 June, LA-based artist collective Fallen Fruit (David Burns and Austin Young) are seeking objects of art and the everyday that represents pineapple in all possible ways. Your object could feature in their installation
Fallen Fruit of Brisbane: Pineapple Express!.

For more information on how to get involved, please visit the website.
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