Art in the Library is a public art program of the University of Melbourne Library run within the Baillieu Library. It is designed to expose the works of contemporary and emerging artists, while supporting the University's teaching, research and knowledge transfer programs. Artists are also invited to engage with the rich and diverse Cultural Collections held by the University of Melbourne as a source of inspiration for their work. Art in the Library aims to enrich the community by making these collections more accessible and creating challenging, dynamic and stimulating study environments through its exhibition program.
The program provides alternative exhibition spaces for artists to exhibit within, whilst at the same time providing a fantastic environment for maximum exposure for works of art. With over a million visits to the Baillieu Library annually by local, regional and overseas students and academics as well as members of the community, exhibitors gain a varied and appreciative audience while the Library's customers experience art they may not normally encounter in mainstream galleries.
From the program's first exhibition in May 1997, the number of exhibiting artists has grown and interest in the program is increasing yearly. Exhibitions have included paintings, photographs, sculptures, montages and collages by individual artists as well as groups.
Carry Your Heart – An Exhibition of Photographic Works by Amy Rayner
A new exhibition in the Baillieu Library from 12 May until mid June.
Tea: The Global Infusion - New Online Slide Show
A slide show of our 2007 exhibtion Tea: The Global Infusion is now available online.
Calling all artists: Exhibition proposals are being sought from artists to exhibit as part of the Art in the Library program for 2008
We offer an exciting opportunity to exhibit in the highly sought after foyer display cabinet location in the entrance to the Baillieu library (160 H x 385 W x 60 D cm).
Each booking is for a 6 week period.
Priority is given to current and past students/staff of the University of Melbourne.
For more information contact:
Morfia Grondas:
8344 6823 morfia@ unimelb.edu.au
Andrea Hurt:
8344 9582 andreash@ unimelb.edu.au
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