Kitsch [kich] noun:
Art, objects or design considered to be in poor taste because of excessive garnish or sentimentality, but sometimes appreciated in an ironic or knowing way.

Cliché [klee-shey, kli-] noun:
Anything that has become trite or commonplace through overuse.

Kitsch and Cliché at NG Art Gallery is a photographic celebration of poor taste transformed with fresh eyes. Culture is reflected upon itself, standards of art are criticized in ironic twists and what was deemed ‘not art’ is celebrated and elevated to levels of recognized standards once more.

You are invited to Kitsch & Cliche, an exciting group photographic exhibition by to be opened by curator and photographic artist Sandy Edwards on Tuesday 7 February at NG Art Gallery and Mission Restaurant Bar, Chippendale, from 6 - 8pm.

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3 COURSE DINNER WITH WINE $75.

Join us on Valentine's night, for a sumptuous and love inspired Feast. 

As the daily 9 to 5 draws to a close and you find yourself left wanting a feed that doesn’t involve a conversation with your local Thai takeaway or a battle with the microwave defrost; wanting a reason to reinvigorate that artistic side long hidden under suit and tie, or perhaps just wanting a decent conversation with a mysterious sexy stranger.

I suggest you take a wander off the bustling Broadway, down a back street or two and directly to the door of 3 Little Queen St and join us for a night of opulence, charm and utter decadence.

Love is in the air and head chef David Walker will be preparing a feast like no other to tantalise and titillate those taste buds. 

For art-minds, foodies and conversation connoisseurs alike, this is an evening not to be missed.

The Good, the Bad and the Pretty - Sins of Originality in Art - Owen Craven - Editor of Artist Profile Magazine in conversation with Richard Morecroft - television presenter & photographic artist, Kon Gouriotis - Director of the Australian Centre for Photography and curator and photographic artist Sandy Edwards - to be held on Valentine’s Night, Tuesday 14 February 2012.

Call 9318 0815 to book a seat at the table! Selling Fast!

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NIGHT MAGIC PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP $125

Join us for a shining feature workshop to be held with Kitsch and Cliché, a group photographic exhibition. Peter Solness shows us how to find the brilliance of low light in the dark.

Pioneer of night photography and the winner of the inaugural NSW Parliamentary Plein Air Photographic Prize in 2010, Peter Solness uses a technique known as ‘light painting’. Be inspired by a presentation of imagery, share in experiences during the search for the perfect image in this standout workshop.

Sure to be an exciting night for those interested in discovering more from Photography.

Watch a video on Peter Solness on Cnet - click here

Call 9318 0815 to book a seat at the table!

"I thoroughly enjoyed our art class and lunch at Mission. I was surprised at how much we accomplished in the time we had - thanks to Rachel's expert guidance. By the time we settled down to a lovely lunch we had well and truly left the office behind. Thanks."

J.D. December 2011

"Our Christmas staff creative workshop with Rachel Fairfax prior to a delicious lunch was instructive, light-hearted and a very enjoyable time.  Everyone commented on how different it was to do something practical and 'out of their comfort zone'.   Others who thought they couldn't paint a wall, left with a mini masterpiece.  It was a great way to wind up the year.  Thanks for the wonderful canapés, food and wine selections.  Totally recommend it to other small companies wanting a practical fun Christmas event."

S.B. December 2011

Don't miss an exciting combination of desert landscapes and paintings of the Hong Kong harbour on beautiful ceramics by Rachel Fairfax at the Frasers Central Park Display Pavilion on Broadway opening on Tuesday 17th of January.

It is not too late to catch Forty Two Degrees South & Sun Drunk Memories at NG Art Gallery and Mission Restaurant Bar, Chippendale.

FORTY TWO DEGREES SOUTH - JOCK YOUNG

Jock Young in his newest solo exhibition at NG Art Gallery continues his long-standing relationship with the coastal scenes of Southern Tasmania.

SUN DRUNK MEMORIES
RACHEL FAIRFAX, ERIC LOBBECKE, LYDIA MILLER,
MIA NG & ANITA TESORIERO

Sun Drunk Memories is an exhibition featuring 5 NG Art Gallery artists' ode to a longing for summer. A patchwork of moments from the edge of a season. This group exhibition is sure to evoke and entice your thoughts warmly into celebration.

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2 FOR 1 DINNER WITH EVERY ARTWORK PURCHASED

Art buyers, we know you love your art and we think you deserve a little reward for your passion. That is why NG Art Gallery and Mission Restaurant Bar are rewarding you with a 2 for 1 dinner with your next artwork purchased.

You and a friend can enjoy Mission's delicious offerings by simply bringing along the reward card the next time you visit.

Indulgence rewards are valid for 2 months only.

IN THE MEDIA

26 Jan - Daily Telegraph - Jock Young by arts writer Elizabeth Fortescue
19 Jan - SMH Arts Diary - Jock Young
20 Jan - The Week Magazine - Jock Young by arts writer Peter Wright
19 Jan - Southern Courier - Sun Drunk Memories and Forty Two Degrees South
19 Jan - Inner West Courier - Sun Drunk Memories and Forty Two Degrees South

NG ART & MISSION IN SOCIAL MEDIA

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