Cairns Events Let's Do This

Start Date: 1 Aug 2019 15:30:00
End Date: 1 Sep 2019 17:00:00

This outreach program runs over twelve weeks including six classes in Term 3 and six classes in Term 4. Participants will be guided through a range of formal art techniques and media, including drawing, painting and sculpture to develop techniques used by real artists. Each student will be encouraged to work at their own level of ability and develop a deep understanding of the value and enjoyment that can be gained through art.

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Occurs Daily

Start Date: 21 Aug 2019 09:00:00
End Date: 21 Aug 2019 17:00:00

Housed in a landmark heritage building the Cairns Regional Gallery is the region's premier destination for exhibitions featuring historical and contemporary art by leading regional, national and international artists. The Gallery also presents exhibitions highlighting key works and themes from the permanent collection that focus on the unique cultural heritage of Far North Queensland.
Mon-Fri 9am - 5pm
Sat 10am - 5pm
Sun 10am - 2pm
Shop closes 15 min prior
to Gallery closing
Gallery closed on Public Holidays

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Start Date: 21 Aug 2019 18:00:00
End Date: 21 Aug 2019 20:00:00

Join us for the official opening of Patricia Piccinini: Life Clings Closest. This exhibition includes new works responding to Far North Queensland's tropical environment, and what happens when the rational, the emotional and the ethical collide.

All welcome. RSVPs appreciated. Cash bar and light refreshments available.

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Start Date: 24 Aug 2019 14:00:00
End Date: 24 Aug 2019 15:00:00

Join us for the artist talk that is presented in conjunction with a major exhibition at the Cairns Art Gallery that includes new works commissioned by the Gallery in response to the ecology of Far North Queensland.

Internationally acclaimed artist Patricia Piccinini represented Australia in the 50th Biennale of Venice and was named by the Arts Newspaper as the top contemporary artist for visitor numbers worldwide in 2016 (New York Times, 2018).

FREE EVENT.All welcome. RSVPs appreciated

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Occurs Weekly

Start Date: 26 Aug 2019 17:30:00
End Date: 26 Aug 2019 18:30:00

Conducted in the peaceful setting of the Gallery, participants will be guided through various yoga techniques, including learning postures, meditation and breathing techniques to improve core strength, mind and body. Our qualified and experienced yoga instructor Jeany Schall will guide the class, offering the highest and latest standards of modern yoga practice.

Classes run weekly on Monday evening, except for public holidays
COST (5 class pass): $70 non-members| $56 Members
5 class pass valid for 2 months from the date of purchase
Single Class Pass $15 (contact the Gallery to book a single class)

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