As we breeze further into the depths of spring this weekend, Brisbane is welcoming an exciting program of events to bloom the hearts of culture fiends, foodies and musos. From September 19–22, find a fleet of great music acts at Brisbane’s best venues, fresh theatre and even a dance party. Here’s what to do this weekend in Brisbane. more
On October 27, acclaimed New York artist Spencer Tunick is set to shut down the Story Bridge for a new live art installation ‘RISING TIDE’. In anticipation of this piece, Brisbane Powerhouse has announced it will be hosting Spencer’s first-ever Australian exhibition from September 28 to November 10. Keep reading to find out more about this world-first art event ... more
First it was a best-selling book. Then it was a play. Now you can fall in love with Trent Dalton’s Love Stories all over again in its newest iteration as an immersive writing experience at Museum of Brisbane this September. Share your secret crushes, platonic partnerships and love lost or take a look at the remarkable love lives of others in Write your heart out. Read on to learn all the romantic details … more
From breathtaking installations by Cai Guo-Qiang to the sculptural sensations of Yayoi Kusama, the Asia Pacific Triennial has been responsible for some of Queensland's most iconic cultural moments throughout the years. On November 30, the highly anticipated flagship exhibition series returns for its 11th iteration, bringing to Brisbane another unmissable showcase of contemporary art from the region’s finest established and emerging artists. The blockbuster exhibition will see QAGOMA welcome more than 500 artworks by artists from more than 30 countries. Keep reading to find out more … more
With the Institute of Modern Art (IMA) Annual Gala just days away, bidding is underway for its Benefit Auction. This completely online event gives seasoned collectors and art enthusiasts the rare opportunity to secure artworks from Australia’s most celebrated contemporary artists. The IMA has remained a beloved locus of independent contemporary art for nearly half a century – and its events like these that ensure it can continue to support artists in their practice into the future. Keep reading to find out more… more
Immerse yourself in a scenic slice of Brisbane’s history with Newstead House, Brisbane’s oldest European residential property. The Heritage-listed living house museum is re-open to the public following an impressive $6.65 million renovation. Now, done up to the heights of its late-1800s glory, this iconic landmark is once more a glamorous education station full of facts about the evolution of Brisbane from penal colony to bustling metropolis. more
Come August 30, the city will once again ring in the start of this year’s Brisbane Festival with an electric line-up of events from music acts and theatre premieres to fashion celebrations. This year, the festival has snagged riotous runway show Fashion Freak Show from the legendary Jean Paul Gautier, alongside an ethereal exhibition from local talent Grace Lillian Lee, collaborative fashion installations and more. Keep reading for all of the chic details. more
In response to the Elliott Collection, Museum of Brisbane’s latest exhibition explores Brisbane’s wonderful world of photography through the ages. New Light: Photography Now + Then has enlisted seven local creatives to reimagine the turn-of-the-century photography of Alfred Henrie Elliott. Elliot’s mesmerising black-and-white works have been reframed through these new perspectives for a captivating collision of old-and-new Brisbane. Keep reading to find out more … more
From June 29 to October 4, GOMA will be exhibiting a career survey of the formidable fashion designer Iris van Herpen. Direct from Paris’ Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Iris Van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses offers Brisbane audiences a window into the world of this once-in-a-generation artist. With more than 100 garments on show in dialogue with historical artefacts, specimens and contemporary art, this newly opened exhibition blurs the lines between the realms of fashion and art. Keep reading to find out more … more
Queensland audiences are finally getting the chance to experience the works of one of Australia’s leading names in photo-media. Following its critically acclaimed run at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, Hoda Afshar: A Curve is a Broken Line will launch at UQ Art Museum on July 16. The fiercely anticipated new exhibition continues Hoda’s career-long dialogue on identity, marginality and displacement through a stirring series of photography and video. Keep reading to find out more … more
Winter has finally come and fortunately, the calendar is packed with exciting events to keep your hibernation impulse at bay. Rug up in your winter warmers and rejoice – food festivals, ballet performances and indie music galore are coming to town. Here are the eight events you won’t want to miss in June across Brisbane and its surrounds … more
Holographic technology meets audiovisual art and the results are twice as nice as Double Vision returns. Over two nights across Friday June 21–22, Double Vision will light up the Brisbane Powerhouse as part of The International Symposium on Electronic Art (ISEA). Catch a couple of stunning shows featuring some unexpected double bills, and see an exhibition of otherworldly bio human art – here'w what you can expect ... more
Museum of Brisbane might boast a sensational art collection, but this June the inner-city institution will hit the road for a new citywide bus-tour event. Buckle up, sit back and let MoB’s team of curators and artists take you on a behind-the-scenes look at Brisbane’s art scene. Discover the journey of artwork from the studio to the gallery with the convenience of this hop-on, hop-off tour. Keep reading to find out more … more
Affordable Art Fair was born out of the desire to democratise art and nearly 25 years later, this mission has spread all the way from London to Brisbane. The four-day festival is set to transform the Showgrounds Exhibition Building into an epicentre of culture and creativity this May 9–12. Local art lovers are invited to explore a curated collection of works from more than 40 independent galleries – and snag a piece or two for their own collection. Here’s all to expect from this Brisbane-first art festival … more
Who knows what bounty spring will bring? Well, if you head into Toowoomba it’s near guaranteed to bring a cornucopia of enchanting flora, enlivening family fun and an enriching run of local food and drink. That’s right – the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is returning this September for another year of fabulous floriferous festivities. Celebrating 75 years, the festival has packed more than 77 efflorescent events into four petal-filled weeks from September 13 to October 7. Read on to uncover this year’s program … more
Since the 1990s, Brisbane-based artist Judy Watson has garnered international acclaim, with works exhibited at some of the world’s most renowned art institutions. This June, Judy returns to QAGOMA with a highly anticipated new exhibition titled mudunama kundana wandaraba jarribirri (translated as ‘tomorrow the tree grows stronger’) – a career survey of one of Queensland’s most prolific living artists. more
Looking to have maximum fun with minimal spending? The City is bursting with things to do on a dime, from free music gigs and secret garden adventures to mid-week cheap eats. Here are five ways to fill your days and have a blast on a budget. more
It looks like you won’t have to take a trip to Canberra to experience the National Gallery of Australia's (NGA) revered collection of art and events. Artist Lindy Lee AO is coming to Brisbane this month for an evening at The Calile Hotel, marking the start of its exciting new partnership with the NGA. This new collaboration is set to bring Brisbane unprecedented access to internationally renowned artists – beyond the traditional gallery walls. Here’s what you need to know … more
Each season, art aficionados and amateurs alike descend upon the QAGOMA precinct for the rare chance to wander the galleries after hours. The latest Up Late is taking you on a journey into the wondrous world of Fairy Tales. Over two nights – Friday March 15 and 16 – the enchanting exhibition will be joined by magical music, theatre and drop-in workshops, headlined by Maple Glider and Methyl Ethel. Here’s what not to miss at this cultural night out … more
In case you missed the memo – globally renowned accessible-art phenomenon Affordable Art Fair is heading to Brisbane for the very first time from May 9–12. Tickets are now on sale for the fun-filled four-day art fiesta, which will give Queensland art aficionados and budding collectors the chance to explore and purchase original works from some of Australia's most exciting artists in a relaxed and convivial setting, with prices starting from as little as $100. Thought an original piece was completely out of reach? Think again! more
