- The Bunbury Regional Art Gallery prestigious bi-annual survey exhibition now open
- 68 diverse and talented artists of Western Australia's South-West showcased
- South Western Times Art 2020 exhibition is on until April 27, 2020
The Bunbury Regional Art Gallery (BRAG) prestigious bi-annual survey exhibition launched today, showcasing 68 talented artists of Western Australia's South-West.
The South Western Times Art (SWTA) 2020 exhibition provides a unique platform for local artists, from emerging artists to established senior practitioners.
The exhibition allows local artists to present a diverse range of works, embrace innovative and challenging ideas as well as traditional practice.
Curated by WA writer and curator Lee Kinsella, the main theme of the exhibition is how artists respond to the pressing economic, social and environmental issues and how this impacts the arts landscape in the region.
The bi-annual survey exhibition started in 1993 and since then has enabled BRAG to grow a rich and colourful collection of contemporary art from participating artists.
The SWTA exhibition, which also features a range of public programs such as artists talks and workshops, is on until April 27, 2020.
Comments attributed to Culture and the Arts Minister David Templeman:
"The Bunbury Regional Art Gallery has played a pivotal role in developing, sustaining and showcasing South-West art practitioners for the past 36 years.
"The Arts are vital to local, regional and national identity. It's important to acknowledge the fantastic role of BRAG and the exhibitions it programs, such as this bi-annual survey exhibition. I encourage locals and visitors to the region to visit the exhibit."
Comments attributed to Bunbury MLA Don Punch:
"It is fantastic to have the Culture and the Arts Minister here in Bunbury to open the much loved BRAG exhibition.
"BRAG has a solid and rich history in the South-West and brings in visitors from around the region, boosting the local economy and supporting jobs."
Minister's office - 6552 5400
