Opening today, The You Beaut Country by John Olsen is a show not to be missed. Following his illustrious career that has spanned over 6 colorful decades, this retrospective welcomes viewers to immerse themselves in his lyrical take on our iconic landscape. Visitors also have the chance to collaborate with the artist through a drawing a unique drawing activity, as well partake in a series of special events, talks and workshops at the gallery. All tickets can be purchased through the NGV website here.
John Olsen
Seafood paella 2007
oil on plywood
245.0 x 612.0 cm (overall)
Private collection
'John Olsen: The You Beaut Country offers an unparalleled opportunity to examine Olsen?s consummate place in Australian art history. His You beaut country series, which followed his return to Australia in 1960 after three years travelling in Europe, began what would be a lifelong interest in representing the landscape and Australian identity. These works are?presented alongside his more recent paintings, prints and watercolours, including those inspired by the filling of Lake Eyre. The exhibition reveals an artist who at 88 years of age has lost none of his passion for his subject matter, nor his creative vitality and retains a unique ability to capture the spirit of the Australian landscape.' - National gallery of Victoria
