Darkness & Light – Ritual and Symbolism in Art from Victorian to Modern Times
This History Week, join Stanton Library’s resident artist Sandy Shilansky and explore the floral symbolism at St Thomas’ Rest Park in this special class.
Frank Hurley – photographer and gardener
The Manly Art Gallery and Museum will host an exhibition devoted to the fascinating life and career of artist Frank Hurley that will run from 1-9 September.
Mourning practices and memorial portraiture in Australia
State Library of NSW curator, Margot Riley will explore the prevalence of memorial portraiture in 19th Century Australia and the observance of mourning etiquette, as evidenced through the library’s collections.
Obsolete?
The Cross Art Project and Kandos Museum present the exhibition ‘Obsolete?’ telling the stories and conflicting histories of innocently obsolete objects.
Sydney Icons From Cremorne Point: A Drawing Workshop
Join artist Sandy Shilansky and Stanton Library’s Local History Librarians for a free Saturday morning art class on the lawns of Cremorne Point.