Brisbane’s Gallery of Modern Art is currently showing the most comprehensive exhibition of Henri Matisse’s prints and drawings ever mounted. There are more than 300 drawings, prints and illustrated books by Matisse, one of the 20th century’s greatest artists.
It was not appropriate to take photos of the actual art pieces, but I certainly took my camera out for The Drawing Room, the wonderful space in GoMA’s Long Gallery where visitors can participate and create their own art. The area has been set up with beautiful still-life tableaux, models and music, perhaps just like a studio Matisse might have worked in.
The Long Gallery.
As well as the usual drawing things like paper and pencils, there are more technical offerings.
It is possible to sketch something and then send it to yourself.
A budding artist.
There are lots of beautiful things to draw.
There are photos from Matisse’s life.
The Long Gallery is very popular.
There are quiet places to sit.
And nice things to eat.
The exhibition is on until 4th March 2012. If you are in Brisbane, don’t miss it.
And perhaps try you hand at creating your own art.