Explore personal, social and political ideas of peace in Peace and Quiet. This community generated exhibition, led by artists Elizabeth Woods and Kevin Leong, collects the thoughts and gestures of contemporary Queenslanders at peacetime, against the backdrop of growing global political conflict.

Immerse yourself in the handiwork of Queensland communities that have shared their diverse ideas and desires for peace, with handmade national flags created in white, and a collection of early and current placards from the peace movement. Reflect on hundreds of peaceful landscape artworks contributed by the community, which have been mounted over the First World War wallpaper from Distant Lines: Queensland voices of the First World War, providing a powerful reminder of what is lost in times of war. Uncover the hopes, dreams and realities of those directly affected by political conflict, and watch community performances that are both forthright and meditative.

Through a range of interactive programs and workshops, you too can share your vision for peace. Part of Q ANZAC 100: Memories for a New Generation, proudly supported by the Queensland Government.

Exhibition highlights include:

Words are all I have
Beginning with precept that the appreciation of peace is strongest in those that have experienced its absence, this project seeks perspectives on peace from individuals who have had a first-hand experience of war or wartime. It is based on a series of interviews that attempt to capture deep personal desires for peace, rather than to explore the experience of war and violence.

Peaceful landscapes
Community members have contributed hundreds of artworks representing their vision of a peaceful landscape. These have been mounted directly over the wallpaper of First World War landscapes that dominated the SLQ Gallery during Distant Lines, providing a powerful reminder of what is lost in times of war.

Signs, signals and semaphores
As a reminder of the tumultuous origins of the now universally-understood peace sign, members of the public have been invited to signal N(uclear) and D(isarmament) using the semaphore system. Video recordings of the signals will be projected in SLQ Gallery.

Peaceful protest
A collection of historical placards and banners used in protests and demonstrations have been contributed by local peace groups and activists. These are displayed alongside new placards generated in public workshops.