“The mission is to make art accessible to all” The Affordable Art Fair 2024

“The mission is to make art accessible to all” The Affordable Art Fair 2024

The Affordable Art Fair has arrived in Brisbane / Meanjin for the first time, showcasing artwork from over 40 galleries under one roof. Upon entering the fair the scale of the event is evident. I can confidently say that I have never seen so many different artists showcased commercially in one place.

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Gates | Bobbie Jones Photography & Robyn Darling Images
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Gates | Bobbie Jones Photography & Robyn Darling Images

I loved this exhibit. I was blown away by Bobbie’s intricate framing of an object that, while regularly used, rarely occupies my mind. These gates each told a story. What I found most peculiar was how certain gates were easier than others to imagine what that story might be. I was so engulfed by some gates, while my eyes fleeted by other gates. I found the open gates most intriguing, as though they were begging me to explore what lied beyond its threshold.

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Gail Sorronda on the Art Boat | Brisbane Festival
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Gail Sorronda on the Art Boat | Brisbane Festival

I cannot imagine this show being nearly as impactful if it had taken place on a standard runway. The onboard installation could have easily distracted from the outfits or vice versa. However, The creativity and ingenuity of those involved allowed their art to complement one another seamlessly. Events such as these that celebrate local talent are critical, and it is always wonderful to see and meet the varied creatives of Meanjin.

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From The Dew of Heaven | Isabella Catenaro

From The Dew of Heaven | Isabella Catenaro

The rigidity of moral teachings can breed negative attachments in the form of repression or rebellion. Instead, Isabella challenges this rigidity with a creative spirit. They don’t negate it; they put it on the table and dissect it with kindness, generosity, and vulnerability. Isabella lays their authentic self on the Eucharistic altar and let people come close to their queerness to show the softness, gentleness, and humanity that can be in it.

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