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Panoramic Queensland

ACP — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 14:11:29 +1100

Panoramic Queensland

14 February 2009 - 12 July 2009

Take a wider view of Queensland’s 150 year history in this exhibition of landscapes and townscapes captured in their full panoramic glory.

The John Oxley Library’s collection of panoramic photographs provides a timely view of how the landscape has changed during the past 150 years. See Brisbane as it was in 1862. Marvel at the romance and engineering of the first permanent Victoria Bridge, built in 1874. Chart the cultural development of Brisbane River’s South Bank through a series of panoramas. The exhibition also includes panoramic photographs from Cairns, Townsville, Mackay, Ayr, Caloundra and Coolangatta and a selection of panoramic cameras will be displayed.

www.slq.qld.gov.au

State Library Of Queensland, Philip Bacon Heritage Gallery

Stanley Place
South Bank, QLD
AU

IMAGE © Unknown Brisbane River from Terrace 1893

Far To Here

ACP — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 12:25:02 +1000

Far To Here

Still Images of Moving Stories on the Road from Darfur to Australia

17 June 2009 - 05 July 2009

Nine thousand miles away from Africa, Far to Here is an exhibition that has humble beginnings. It is an idea that grew from the question: “What can be done?” There is no simple answer, but by dint of circumstance, the photographs are product of one man’s dream and another’s zeal behind the lens.

The exhibition is unique because it bypasses the crowds of routine stumbling-blocks, keeping the focus trained on an awareness of the roots of the Darfuri community in Australia, whilst concomitantly celebrating their new beginnings.

Through a close partnership and trust, the photographs document significant elements of individual stories, concerns and aspirations, as they are perceived, felt and known. Together conveying an unabridged understanding of their journey.

Far to Here is an exhibition that focuses on turning the tide of popular thinking and engaging audiences in an experience of forward-thinking about building better futures together.

It has been a long and difficult road spent putting in long hours and making sure that everything goes right, but it is a project that I hope will make a difference.

www.fartohere.com

Presiding Officers Exhibition Area

Parliament House, East Side
Canberra, ACT
AU

IMAGE © Kabir Dhanji 2009

CAUGHT

ACP — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 17:43:51 +1000

CAUGHT

Photographs of Life at the Sydney Fish Market

13 June 2009 - 26 July 2009

The Mosman Art Gallery in association with the Sydney Fish Market are delighted to present this groundbreaking exhibition of life behind the scenes at the largest working seafood market in the southern hemisphere.

The exhibition CAUGHT, is the result of a long term personal project by photographer Birgit Neiser, who spent close to three years observing and recording life at the Sydney Fish Markets in Pyrmont. The images that she produced, reveal her skills in documentary storytelling, through her passionate and respectful approach to the real life of the markets which often goes on unseen by the casual market visitor. Her photographs capture the atmosphere of the market as a place, the working relationships between the employees and the sea life they handle, life at sea on the fishing boats, the hectic pace on the auction floor, the still moments of relaxation and the character of the people who inhabit this unique environment.

Ever since Birgit Neiser was a young girl in Germany, travelling with her family and later independently as an adult, she found that she was especially drawn to fish markets around the world. Later, her passion as a student of photography led her to work as a freelance photographer for various European magazines and to continue her studies in New York at the International Centre of Photography.

In 2003 Birgit Neiser travelled with her husband and children to Sydney and settled in Mosman. From 2006, she immersed herself in the daily life of the Sydney Fish Market in order to document its energy and its many diverse characters.

Her photographs capture the vibrant atmosphere of the Market, the working relationships between the employees and the sea life they handle, life at sea on the fishing boats, the frantic early morning dealings on the auction floor and the still moments of relaxation. CAUGHT presents a compelling testament to the timeless nature of this maritime industry and to the work of the people at the Sydney Fish Market.

Being There: Photographer talk and workshop with Birgit Neiser
Sunday June 21, 2.00pm – 5.00pm

Birgit Neiser will talk about her approach and experiences of photographing life at the Sydney Fish Market. This will be followed by an information session for those interested in starting a photo documentary project. Afternoon tea will be provided between sessions.
Free

Point of View: Documentary photography talk
Sunday June 28, 2.00pm

Photographer and teacher Catherine Cloran traces the origins of documentary photography through the 20th century, from post-war America and Europe to present day Australia. The talk examines the works, practices and ideas of some of the major photographers.
Free. Afternoon tea included

Bookings: 9978 4178

www.mosman.nsw.gov.au

Mosman Art Gallery

Cnr Art Gallery Way and Myahgah Rd
Mosman, NSW
AU