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Exhibition | Observational Correspondence - Ben Tupas and Lisa Clarke


  • Rosalie Art Gallery 89 Mocatta Street, Goombungee, QLD 4354 Australia (map)

FREE ADMISSION | GALLERY OPEN: Wednesday to Sunday 10.30am – 3.30pm | Closed Monday, Tuesday & Public Holidays

Observational Correspondence showcases the work of regional artists Lisa Clarke and Ben Tupas over their five-year collaboration. This exhibition highlights a selection of 50 postcards sent between the two during the span of their project that offer a unique snapshot of contemporary Australia.

Based in Albury and Toowoomba respectively, Lisa and Ben originally met while both working as digital producers for the ABC. Moving away from digital tools for this exhibition, they utilise more traditional mediums such as ink, watercolour, gouache and pencil to create their art and document slices of life.

In a digital world where analogue communication and the postal service are slowly fading into obsolescence, their work uses the miniature canvas of the postcard to give glimpses of humour, pathos, and fleeting beauty inspired by the human condition.

Observational Correspondence is a meditation on connection, friendship, and a strong case for slowing down to be more present in life.

Artist Talk on Saturday 1 June 2024 at 11am.

Free event | All welcome | No bookings required.

Join exhibiting artists Lisa Clarke and Ben Tupas at a free workshop to create mini postcards that capture moments in time and cherished memories on Saturday 1 June 2024 from 1.30pm - 2.30pm

All materials supplied | Free event | All ages welcome | Bookings essential | Phone 131 872 or email Info@tr.qld.gov.au to book your place.

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