American Impressionism and Realism

I visted a "landmark" exhibition at the Queensland Art Gallery, on loan from the New York Met. It was, American Impressionism and Realism, work from the latter nineteenth century to 1930's. Of course being a fan of art, literature and movies from that era I loved it.


The exhibition is arranged in themes, children, leisure, countryside, city life etc. The works are shown alongside paintings by Australian artists of the same era, or who were influenced by the American artists or the same European masters.

There was an amzing "Met for Kids," where they could do activities, make art work, watch videos or read books about art. I was very impressed with the way it encouraged participation and educated children. Would have loved to have had some children to take along!

Also talks, tours and events, late nights, Sunday afternoon talks, and movies from that era such as my favourite the Age of Innocence, The Great Gatsby etc.

Its on till 20 September if you fancy a dose of culture.