ARTEXPRESS at the Armory

Painting, sculpture, photography and new media - be inspired by the creativity of 75 young artists.

ARTEXPRESS at the Armory presents a showcase of the best bodies of work produced for the 2009 HSC Visual Arts examination. Building 18 has been transformed into a contemporary gallery of impressive dimensions. Its size allows Sydney Olympic Park to host the most comprehensive exhibition of ARTEXPRESS, and to feature large-scale works and expansive projections of film, video and digital animation. As the gateway to Western Sydney, our exhibition highlights the creativity of students from this region.

Assembled by freelance curator John Murphy, this year’s exhibition is entitled Birds that no longer live in my neighbourhood, and explores the idea that art may create beautiful, Arcadian visions; equally, it may expose the chaos and ugliness that is sometimes hidden from everyday view. The exhibition reveals ways in which art may negotiate between these two extremes through its inherent ability to effect change.

Curator John Murphy has prepared an Exhibition Guide and Education Resource for ARTEXPRESS at the Armory (PDF 3.8MB).This document provides context for planning a visit to Sydney Olympic Park and may be used in conjunction with a visit to the exhibition as pre or post support material.

You can vote for your favourite artwork and win a camera by helping us choose the People's Choice.

Curator Talks
12-1pm
28 March & 11 April

Join our curator John Murphy for an 'insiders' look into this year's stunning exhibition.

The talks will focus on the ways in which selected works engage with the various curatorial themes that John has developed.

As well as enhancing your appreciation of the exhibition, the talks will provide real insights into the curatorial process.