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National Art School

Locality: Darlinghurst, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 9339 8744

Address: Cnr of Forbes & Burton St 2010 Darlinghurst, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.nas.edu.au

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25.01.2022 The National Art School is pleased to be a venue partner of Great Southern Nights, a music event which will bring 1,000 COVID-safe performances to live music venues in Greater Sydney and regional NSW in November (Australian Music Month). Kicking it all off we have The Australian Haydn Ensemble’s ‘Haydn’s Dream and Bach’s Goldberg’ on Friday 6 November, 7pm. Find out more and book today through the link below!

25.01.2022 Do you have any burning questions about the admissions process, your portfolio, life on campus or details about our courses? Book into our one-to-one Zoom consultations with Lorraine Kypiotis, senior academic and Art History & Theory Lecturer. During these 20 minute sessions, you will receive dedicated and personalised advice and information about what your future could look like with us at that National Art School. Sessions are available from Monday 19 Wednesday 21 October..., places strictly limited. Secure your spot now through the link below. Photo: Peter Morgan

23.01.2022 Sydney Contemporary Presents 2020 continues until 30 October, and we have added new work by our represented artists Joshua Charadia, Anna Dudek, Mac Mansfield, Justine Roche and Myles Young. Head over to the Sydney Contemporary website at https://www.sydneycontemporarypresents.com.au/ to view and purchase work. Images (in order of appearance): Abdul Abdullah, '2020'; Anna Dudek, 'This Space of Time', 2019-20, perspex, dichroic film, 80 x 147 x 43 cm, edition of 2; Myles Young, 'Shortcut to Widefield' (detail), 2020, oil on canvas, 92 x 102 cm; Justine Roche, 'Triffid Musings', 2020, wet collodion on tintype unique prints, 23 x 42 cm (framed); Mac Mansfield, 'Time Takes Life', 2020, ceramic, 30 x 27 x 3 cm

23.01.2022 Sophie Horne is currently in the third year of her BFA, majoring in painting. Your donation to the 2021 National Art School Annual Appeal provides talented students like Sophie access to our studio-based teaching model, an education which will help shape their creative practice. 'At NAS I’ve learnt that drawing is everything. Although I’m a painter, I consider drawing to be core to my work. It’s really great to see how the school is supporting this practice with exhibitions l...ike the Dobell Drawing Prize, and opening a new Drawing Gallery too.' Sophie Horne Donate now at https://nas.edu.au/support/donate-now/ and support the next generation of Australian artists today. Image: Sophie Horne in her NAS Studio, 2021. Photo: Peter Morgan

22.01.2022 Our friends at Ensemble Offspring will be performing this Thursday 22 October as part of the Melbourne Digital Concert Hall. Hear from Claire Edwardes (marimba) and Emily Granger (harp) as they perform 'Forces of Nature'. Get a taste of what's in store through their trailer linked below, and book tickets at https://melbournedigitalconcerthall.com/sydney-spring-seas/

22.01.2022 ‘I recall coming into the Harbour in the early morning after being in Europe for several years, the surrounding hills seemed to cradle the sun’s light like a benevolent bath, bubbling and effervescent.’ John Olsen, 2000 In less than two weeks, NAS Gallery will be opening 'John Olsen: Goya's Dog'. Join us for the opening night celebrations on Thursday 10 June, from 69pm. The exhibition spans eight decades of the artist’s practice, from the 1950s, when he first visited Spain..., to the present. Book now at https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/153932469159 'John Olsen: Goya's Dog' is curated by Steven Alderton based on a concept by William Wright AM. Image: John Olsen, 'Le soleil', 1965, oil on hardboard, 233.7 x 307.3 cm, private collection

22.01.2022 We're pleased to announce the launch of our NAS Arts and Mental Health Program, 'Frame of Mind: Mental health and the arts' We have joined forces with Edith Cowan University (ECU) to create this program, generously supported by the Minderoo Foundation. Presented over June and July in 2021, this public program series draws in artists and experts from Western Australia and New South Wales to explore the mental health challenges faced by artists, and the ways artists engage wi...th themes of mental health within their work. Find out what's happening across Sydney, Perth and online on the Frame of Mind website at https://frameofmind.nas.edu.au/ Image: Hiromi Tango, 'Amygdala', 2016, performance installation, Art Basel Hong Kong 2016. Photo: Jason Findley. Image courtesy Hiromi Tango and Sullivan + Strumpf.

21.01.2022 We're currently looking for a Student Admissions Advisor to join our team. If you are an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual with an understanding of the higher education sector and the Australian visual arts sector, this role is perfect for you! Apply today through the 'Work with us' link below applications close Sunday, 8 November 2020

18.01.2022 We're thrilled to announce that our School Holiday Workshops are back for summer 2021! Our FUTURE MAKERS Programs provide young people aged 6-16 with opportunities to engage with artists, artmaking and other forms of creative production on site at NAS. Spend your January school holidays with us head over to the link below to book.

18.01.2022 Kick off 2021 with a creative course in visual arts at the National Art School! The National Art School Summer Schools and Terms One and Two Short Courses are now open for bookings with many great courses to choose from in the disciplines of ceramics, drawing, painting, photomedia, printmaking and sculpture. Our courses are suitable for students of all levels whether you are a starting out as a beginner, furthering your studies, refreshing your teaching skills, practicing a...s an artist, or contemplating a full-time fine arts degree. Explore the full range through our website at https://nas.edu.au/product-category/short-courses/ book today to take advantage of our early fee offer! Photo: Peter Morgan

18.01.2022 [NAS Studio Feature] We spoke with BFA 2 student Aaron (@ajmcgarry) about his practice and NAS student experience. "Most of my practice deals with absence/presence & liminal spaces. I use a lot of recycled materials in my work to help support this, examining the time between a materials production and its ultimate end. By changing the original form or function to create a new narrative, memory or meaning, it speaks to environmental, social and political concerns of an uncerta...in future. Recently in Soft Sculpture rotation, I got to look at Queer culture through repurposed fabric from my ‘dance-party/club clothes.’ It can be seen as a joyful celebration of what was and what is currently still missing for the Queer community during COVID restrictions. Everything about NAS is great! I feel really lucky to be learning here. From the social aspects of meeting new likeminded people, to checking out what the other departments are working on, there’s a great communal vibe on campus and everyone supports everyone else. I’m in the Sculpture department and it is the bee’s knee’s! I’ve learnt great technical skills, had amazing support from the teaching and tech staff and made some great friends... we have a really lovely time in Sculpture. I first came to NAS in the early 2000’s because of the technical and practical approach to learning. Sadly half way through first year I left, not fully appreciating the opportunity and failed make the most out of the experience. Dropping out was one of my biggest regrets, so almost 15 years later I’ve returned to finish the degree I started at NAS. I really appreciate the rounded approach NAS offers, I’ve found art history and theory really enjoyable this time round, and I’ve learnt more in Sculpture this year than I’ve picked up on my own for the past 15 years." Aaron Images: Aaron McGarry in his NAS Studio. Photos: Peter Morgan #nas #nas_au #nextgennas #NASStudioSessions

17.01.2022 The National Art School is proud to announce that 27 of the Archibald, Wynne and Sulman finalists are part of the NAS community. Congratulations to Peter Berner, Ann Cape, Lucy Culliton, Fiona Lowry, Joan Ross, Kirsty Neilson, Michael Snape, Mirra Whale, Karen Black, Jude Rae, Euan Mcleod, Nicola Bartos, Ashley Frost, Bronte Leighton-Dore, Guy Maestri, Chris O’Doherty (aka Reg Mombassa), Luke Sciberras, Philjames, Daniel Pata, Tim Storrier, Noel McKenna, John Bokor, Ildiko Ko...vacs, Paul Selwood, Marisa Purcell, Paul Higgs and Suzanne Archer. Images: Peter Berner, 'Stop pouting, you've had your turn', acrylic and pencil on plywood, 80.9 x 80.9 cm; Ann Cape, 'The odd little bird (a portrait of Sam, Cam and Penguin Bloom)' (detail), oil on canvas, 152.5 x 121.5 cm; Lucy Culliton, 'Self (bogong moth jumper)' (detail), oil on board, 90 x 70 cm; Fiona Lowry, 'Matthys' (detail), acrylic on canvas, 210.5 x 156 cm; Kirsty Neilson, 'Making noise' (detail), oil on linen, 50.1 x 60.1 cm; Joan Ross, 'Joan as a colonial woman looking at the future' (detail), vinyl acrylic and ink on card, 101 x 75.5 cm; Michael Snape, 'Stuart Purves' (detail), oil on canvas, 180.5 x 120 cm; Mirra Whale, 'Repose' (detail), oil on linen, 90.1 x 110.2 cm; Karen Black, 'Professor Chandini Raina Macintyre', oil on canvas, 152.5 x 117 cm; Jude Rae, 'Inside out' (detail), oil on linen, 198 x 152.5 cm.

17.01.2022 Calling all Future Makers our School Holiday Workshops are back! If you have a budding young artist aged 616, our Future Makers programs are a great opportunity to engage with art-making, create work with artists and meet new friends. Happening this winter holidays, with courses in ceramics, drawing, painting, photomedia, printmaking and sculpture. Book today at https://nas.edu.au/product-catego/school-holiday-workshops/... Photo: Nicole Anderson

16.01.2022 NAS Online presents an exciting new short course Real Artists use Procreate! Digital Portrait Painting with Rose Morrison in Term 4! Learn how to use Procreate as an artist, where you make the decisions, not the software! Rose teaches you how to create a convincing ‘likeness’ of your subject and capture their true-to-life appearance, whilst exploring traditional and contemporary painting styles. The course kicks off Tuesday 10 November discount fee available. Book through... the link in bio! Image courtesy Rose Morrison

15.01.2022 Meet Eliza Gwynne (@elizagwynne), one of our BFA printmaking students. View this #nextgennas artist’s work at The Grad Show on Fri 11 Dec from 6pm. Secure your tickets now through link in bio. Images: Eliza Gwynne, ‘Steady Noise’, woodblock print on rice paper, 53 x 69 cm, AP. Photo: Peter Morgan; Eliza Gwynne.... #nas #nas_au #bestofbfa #nasgallery #dodarlo #sydneylocal #eastsidesydney

11.01.2022 We're thrilled to announce the launch of the National Centre for Drawing (NCD). The NCD will cultivate curiosity around this primary artistic discipline, grounded in the traditions and techniques of the past but extending to less visible or recognised forms of drawing, exploring its myriad possibilities as a form of contemporary creative expression, and extending to the outer realms of drawing practice. Head to the link below to find out more and check out the NCD's first onl...ine exhibition 'Drawing On Line', curated by NAS Drawing Lecturer Ben Denham. https://drawing.nas.edu.au/ Image: First year drawing students in the NAS Gallery, 2020. Photo: Peter Morgan

10.01.2022 The final week of Open October is now live! Take the next step with us and apply today into one of our degree programs. This week, we walk you through the application process, hear from NAS alumnus Joe Wilson in an exclusive Art Forum, and read one of our current Bachelor of Fine Art student testimonials. Find out more through our website at https://nas.edu.au/open-october/... Photo: Peter Morgan

09.01.2022 Last week we launched our National Centre for Drawing! NAS Director and CEO Steven Alderton explained the new centre would be a focal point for, ‘establishing national and international connections to educational and cultural institutions and organisations, galleries, art communities and practitioners, and to build audiences and public appreciation of drawing.’ Find out more through the ArtsHub article linked below.

09.01.2022 This National Reconciliation Week, we acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the Land on which the National Art School stands. We acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation and pay our respects to Elders past and present. Image: National Art School. Photo: Chris Philips #MoreThanAWord #NRW2021

09.01.2022 On Fri 11 Dec, view the work of our painting student Annie Howard (@anro.art) Check out work from the next generation of Australian artists at our The Grad Show opening night grab your tickets today through the link in bio. Images: Annie Howard, ‘Untitled #30’, oil on linen, 50 x 40 cm. Photo: Peter Morgan; Annie Howard.... #nas #nas_au #bestofbfa #nextgennas #nasgallery #dodarlo #sydneylocal #eastsidesydney

07.01.2022 Up next in our #bestofbfa series is sculpture student Em Ingram-Shute (@emrenattem). Check out Em’s work at The Grad Show on Fri 11 Dec from 6pm. Tickets strictly limited book now through the link in bio. Images: Em Ingram-Shute, ‘Unfettered Mind’, concrete, twine, besser blocks and yellow gaffa tape, 90 x 60 x 62 cm. Photo: Peter Morgan; Em Ingram-Shute.... #nas #nas_au #nextgennas #nasgallery #dodarlo #sydneylocal #eastsidesydney

07.01.2022 Next up in our #bestofbfa highlights is ceramics student Rubyrose Bancroft. Meet the artist, check out their work and bring home the future of art at the opening night of The Grad Show on Fri 11 Dec. Tickets available now through the link in bio. Images: Rubyrose Bancroft, ‘The 7 Deadly Sins’ (still, detail), stop motion / Claymation; Rubyrose Bancroft.... #nas #nas_au #nextgennas #nasgallery #dodarlo #sydneylocal #eastsidesydney

05.01.2022 NAS alumnus Dale Miles, and NAS staff David Horton and Stephanie Monteith all have solo exhibitions on view concurrently at Australian Galleries until Sunday 25 October 2020. Find out more about the shows through the Artist Profile article written by NAS staff Joe Frost read on through the 'NAS in the Media' linked below. Image: David Horton, 'Melbourne', 2019-20, mild steel, painted, 20 x 188 x 64 cm

04.01.2022 Introducing #nextgennas artist and painting student, Adele Koulouris (@adelekoulouris_) Meet the artist, check out their work and bring home the future of art at the opening of The Grad Show on Fri 11 Dec. Tickets for the night are available through the link in bio.... Images: Adele Koulouris, ‘Adele Self Portrait in Isolation’, oil on canvas, 90 x 90 cm. Photo: Peter Morgan; Adele Koulouris. #nas #nas_au #bestofbfa #nasgallery #dodarlo #sydneylocal #eastsidesydney

02.01.2022 Did you complete your degree at NAS in 2018 or 2019, or are you on track to complete in 2020? If so, you may be eligible for ‘The Seed’, a unique opportunity for a recent NAS graduate to apply for their first solo exhibition in a public institution. To be held annually at Orange Regional Gallery, ‘The Seed’ provides exhibition space, curatorial support and publicity for an emerging artist. For submission guidelines and an application form, contact NAS Gallery Coordinator Scott Elliot at [email protected] Image: Bronwyn Oliver, ‘Seed’ (detail), 1997, steel, 350 x 100 x 100 cm, Orange Regional Gallery Collection

01.01.2022 This week, get a taste of what student life is like at the National Art School. Find out more about our academic and administration staff through our staff profile feature, and watch two of our Art Forum lectures released exclusively for Open October. Head over to our website at https://nas.edu.au/open-october/ today!... Photo: Peter Morgan