Dogs in Australian Art: Lecture by Steven Miller
Dogs in Australian Art | Thursday 18 September
Join us on Thursday 18 September from 6:00pm–7:15pm in the Roman Room, as Steven Miller, author and the former head of the National Art Archive at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, brings together a talk on how dogs have truly been ‘the best friend’ to artists, not only as subjects, but also as companions and champions. As the artist Norman Lindsay confided to the poet Hugh MacRae, ‘One can lose most human beings with less disturbance than a dog.’
Situated in Mayfair, London, David Roche knew the Kennel Club Art Gallery well. Back in Adelaide he established a rival collection of art and artefacts related to dogs. The works not only demonstrated his personal attachment to dogs, but also revealed their continuing importance to artists.
From colonial works through to contemporary installations, this lecture will explore how dogs have been artists’ greatest friends and inspirations. Dog lovers and art lovers alike won’t want to miss this lecture event.
When:
Thursday 18 September | 6:00pm–7:15pm
Cost:
$25 | Members $22.50
Limited parking available on-site.
Wheelchair accessible.
Image: Maud Earl (Britain/United States 1863-1943), Pointer at sunset, c.1900.
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