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Joanna Mendelssohn

Joanna Mendelssohn

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The 5th National Indigenous Art Triennial is a collage of an exhibition, and a work of wonder

After the Rain, curated by Tony Albert, celebrates the resurgence of Australian Indigenous cultures in the aftermath of the loss of the referendum

10.12.2025 10

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Joanna Mendelssohn

The daring women artists of last century were often sidelined as muses. A new book celebrates their brilliance

In A Woman’s Eye, Her Art, Drusilla Modjeska unpacks how the once-forgotten women artists of the early 20th century continue to inspire today.

16.10.2025 10

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Joanna Mendelssohn

A new exhibition is a thoughtful examination of the lasting relationship between Asia and Australia

The Neighbour at the Gate at Sydney’s National Art School Gallery presents a thoughtful examination of the consequences when good neighbours become...

11.07.2025 6

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Joanna Mendelssohn

The artist as creator of all things: Julie Fragar wins the Archibald for a portrait among the stars

Justene Williams defined the universe in her art. Julie Fragar painted her doing this, and won the Archibald.

09.05.2025 9

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Archibald Packing Room Prize goes to Abdul Abdullah for Jason Phu portrait, among broader set of bold and deeply personal works

From Jason Phu’s portrait of Hugo Weaving, brimming with humour and energy, to Mostafa Azimitabar’s fierce portrait of Grace Tame, the 2025...

02.05.2025 10

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Joanna Mendelssohn