Hello,
This morning, we presented our major autumn exhibition, Australia, to the press. Marking the first survey of Australian art in the UK for more than half a century, I am confident you will share our excitement over this hugely ambitious undertaking.
An exhibition that has been in the making for several years now, it has been a journey which has opened our eyes to the distinctiveness of the Australian landscape, the complexity of its indigenous and colonial history, the extremes of its nature and above all, the power of its art. We hope to share this story with you, spanning 200 years from 1800 to the present day, taking in over 200 works including painting, drawing, photography, watercolours and multimedia.
The majority of the works in the show have never been seen in the UK before, and some of Australia's most iconic works, drawn from major public collections from across Australia, have been secured for loan.
My personal hope as someone who has experienced the majesty of Australia's landscape first hand and who has been captivated by its culture, is that this exhibition will showcase the sheer beauty and diversity of Australian art; exploring a nation both ripe with creativity and rich in artistic history.
At the Royal Academy, we are always seeking to broaden the canon of art that our visitors are able to experience, whether it be bold contemporary work, ancient sculpture or ground breaking architecture; we aspire to challenge and inspire; Australia promises to do just that.
Tickets are on sale now so I urge you to book early for what I assure you will be a wonderful odyssey through the heart of a nation and its people.
Kathleen Soriano
Director of Exhibitions
Australia (21 September - 8 December 2013)
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