A Sense of Place
3 November 2023 - 17 December 2023
A Sense of Place
Ann Vardanega
Ann Vardanega, Biei Abstraction #1, 2023, Photographic print on Canson archival paper, 1:1 ratio.
This exhibition explores the simplicity of lines in the landscape and the intersection between natural beauty and industrial landscape. Ann Vardanega immerses herself in the landscape, and particularly enjoys photographing stark and sparse environments, in contrast to the dense bush and heavy greenery of far North Queensland.
On travelling to Japan the artist observed how the landscape, when shrouded by snow, transforms. This began an obsession with photographing this snow-covered landscape. Subsequent trips resulted in a growing portfolio of images. The artist has been searching for a similar simplicity by exploring her infra-red photography.
Bookings are not required. Please note that after this exhibition closes from 1pm Sunday 17 December, Umbrella is closed to the public 18 - 22 December 2023, reopening for two final Christmas shopping days Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 December 2023, before further holiday closure. Umbrella will then reopen from 6pm Friday 2 February 2024.
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Acknowledgements
Umbrella is supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland, part of the Department of Communities, Housing and Digital Economy, and by the Visual Arts and Craft Strategy, an initiative of the Australian, state and territory governments. | Umbrella is supported by the Tim Fairfax Family Foundation and receives funding from Creative Australia through the Australian Cultural Fund. | Townsville City Council is a funding partner of Umbrella's program.
