Acclaimed contemporary art exhibition 52 ACTIONS opens at the MAGNT
The exhibition evolved from an online platform which from presented new works each week for 52 weeks.
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Acclaimed contemporary art show 52 ACTIONS has opened at the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, the latest stop on its national tour.
The exhibition, by Artspace, started up in 2020 as an online only platform on their website and Instagram before making the move into the physical space.
The collection features 52 works from 52 Australian artists from every state and territory and aims to “highlight the diversity, complexity and dynamism of contemporary Australian Art”.
MAGNT director Adam Worrall said hosting 52 ACTIONS was a boon for the gallery and Territorians should take advantage.
“52 ACTIONS offers Territorians a rare opportunity to witness the diversity of contemporary Australian art today,” he said.
“MAGNT is excited to present the work of 52 artists and collectives from around the country, including some of Australia’s best known and loved artists such as Patricia Piccinini and Kaylene Whiskey.
“For the duration of the exhibition, MAGNT will host a vibrant showcase of the diversity, complexity and dynamism of contemporary Australian art now.”
Territorian artists are well represented with works from Michael Cook, Gutiŋarra Yunupiŋu, Kaylene Whiskey and Johnathon World Peace Bush on display.
Senior curator Bryony Nainby said it was exciting to be able to put the show together, and also have access to some of the artists who are part of the exhibition.
“Contemporary artists today explore and reflect on what art is and what it can do, as a political motivator, as a means for understanding, or as a tool for shifting perspectives, holding memory and inciting change,” she said.
“52 ACTIONS explores the many roles of artists today, from creator to witness and facilitator to provocateur.
“We are excited to have Erin Coates, an artist interested in the connection between humans and marine mammals, visiting Darwin to talk about art and freediving and to present a drawing workshop.”
The selection of pieces for the MAGNT exhibition come in a wide array of mediums including, sculpture, photography, video and more.
The program also contains performances from local dancers and guided tours from Ms Nainby.
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