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Chris O’Brien sewing his soft sculpture house
Photo: Kate Longley
Chris O’Brien in conversation
Monday 5 February, 10—11AM
Chris O’Brien will be in conversation with an Arts Project Australia staff artist for the February First Mondays presentation, coinciding with his exhibition Oh, the places I’ve seen! The exhibition is presented by Benalla Art Gallery and Arts Projects Australia in the Gallery Shop as part of a new quarterly program.
Even though Chris O’Brien only began making his soft sculpture houses in 2016, the vivid and organic constructions are now beginning to define his practice. Blending fiction, popular culture, imagination and life stories, O’Brien’s colourful sculptures are characterised by the stories that underpin them; thunderstorms, relationship woes, friendships and alien invasions.
Through this conversation, visitors will gain a stronger understanding of Chris’ process and conceptual focus.
Registration essential: T 03 5760 2619 or gallery@benalla.vic.gov.au
Cost: $2