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The Intelligence of Painting (Free)


The Intelligence of Painting throws a spotlight on the energy of contemporary painting in Australia today through the work of 14 Australian women artists.

The exhibition includes recent MCA Collection acquisitions, as well as new and recent paintings by Karen Black, Angela Brennan, Eleanor Louise Butt, Prudence Flint, Maria Madeira, Thea Anamara Perkins, Kerrie Poliness, Jude Rae, Jessica Rankin, Julie Nangala Robertson, Gemma Smith, Jelena Telecki, Jenny Watson and Nyapanyapa Yunupingu.

The Intelligence of Painting responds to the MCA’s commitment to be a platform for living artists and the Museum’s privileged role in showcasing their art to the broader public in Australia and to the world.

Event Details:

  • Dates: 7 March 2025 - 20 July 2025

  • Opening Hours:
    Monday 10am–5pm
    Tuesday Closed
    Wednesday–Sunday 10am–5pm

  • Location: MCA Australia - Macgregor Gallery: Level 1

  • Cost: Free

  • Notes: The MCA is closed Tuesdays

More info & tickets here.

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