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This newly acquired work by the Art Gallery of South Australia is a fascinating dreamscape painting with deep symbolism. In this self-portrait we see a return of Platten’s “Miss Havisham” character from a previous work. She stares out at us through a huge monocle and is drawing on a

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Anna Platten is a South Australian painter who is famous for her portraits. She is many things; a consummate painter, a teacher, a wife and mother. Her works are often explorations into the self; autobiographical reflections, bravely exploring her own thoughts and fears. Her life experiences are boldly expressed

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This exhibition is located in the DuPlessis Building on North Terrace it is a large and somewhat dark space and an excellent venue to showcase these contemporary works. It is sadly ending on the 26th of August. Sue Kneebone studied at the South Australian School of art, University of

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Located in the DuPlessis Building on North Terrace this large and somewhat dark space is an excellent venue to showcase the contemporary works within. It was certainly an experience to view this show; which is sadly ending on the 26th of August. Sam Howie is an Adelaide based artist

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August marks the 15th Annual SALA Festival. For those who are not aware, SALA is a visual arts festival that is community based; bringing together 3,453 participating Artists and Designers in locations around the city and across regional centres throughout South Australia. Coffee shops, pubs, Galleries and Schools become

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