Confronting Contemporary Art Virtual Talk: Why is everyone nude? | 10.30am, Sat 17 Oct | Book now
Contemporary art can sometimes be challenging, intriguing and confusing, but don’t let that intimidate you.
In this 3-part virtual talk series, unpack the big ideas and ‘art speak’ behind contemporary artworks, including artworks from the QAGOMA Collection. Hosted by Dr Louise R Mayhew.
Session 1: Why is everyone nude?
Have you ever wondered why the art world delights in the unclothed body? Discover the politics and possibilities of nudity in art. Featuring artists like: Yves Klein, Adrian Piper, Deborah Kelly and Spencer Tunick.
These talks are designed for everybody – from the art newcomer to connoisseur / Participant’s webcam and microphone will be disabled / The event will be recorded and made available on QAGOMA’s YouTube / NOTE: This talk is happening at 10.30am AEST (Queensland time).
Image: Luke Roberts / ‘Alice Jitterbug:Transformer’ 1977 printed 2017 / The James C. Sourris AM Collection. Gift of James C. Sourris AM through the QAGOMA Foundation 2018. Donated through the Australian Government’s Cultural Gifts Program / Collection: QQAGOMA / © Luke Roberts
