Del Kathryn Barton: The Nightingale and the Rose
About the exhibition
Showcasing the hauntingly beautiful collaboration between two-time Archibald Prize winner Del Kathryn Barton and acclaimed filmmaker Brendan Fletcher, this milestone exhibition traces the compelling interpretation of Oscar Wilde’s 19th century classic through a sophisticated and nuanced artistic lens.
Featuring a selection of Barton’s evocative artworks alongside a screening of the film, stunning never-before-seen handmade props, and material from the production archives, Del Kathryn Barton: The Nightingale and the Rose reveals the extraordinary workings behind this captivating animated picture.
This project has been assisted by the Australian Government's Visions of Australia program.
Exhibition tour fully booked.
Touring venues:
- Swan Hill Regional Gallery, VIC
1 Dec 2017 - 28 Jan 2018 - Cairns Art Gallery, QLD
16 Feb 2018 - 22 Apr 2018 - Rockhampton Art Gallery, QLD
16 Jun - 05 Aug 2018 - Horsham Regional Art Gallery, VIC
18 Aug - 07 Oct 2018 - Yarra Ranges Regional Museum, VIC
20 Oct 2018 - 3 Feb 2019 - Devonport Regional Gallery, TAS
16 Mar - 5 May 2019 - Port Pirie Regional Art Gallery, SA
17 May - 5 Jul 2019 - Maitland Regional Art Gallery, NSW
27 Jul - 3 Nov 2019 - Wagga Wagga Art Gallery, NSW
16 Nov 2019 - 26 Jan 2020 - New England Regional Art Gallery, NSW
7 Feb - 3 May 2020