Zen and the art of Japanese Ceramics

6 November 2010 - 16 January 2011

In celebration of the sister-city relationship between the City of Newcastle and Ube, Japan this exhibition explores the influence of Zen Buddhism on art with its emphasis of gesture, simplicity, spontaneity and the essential qualities of materials, technique and the object. Through the Gallery’s significant collection of Japanese ceramics these principles are given form and are further translated into western painting by Australian artists including Royston Harpur, Peter Upward and Tony Tuckson.

Adults
Art Appreciation lecture series*
6.00pm – 7.00pm
Tuesday 16 November
Exhibition Co-curator and ceramist Paul Davis will discuss the art behind pieces in the exhibition.
$22, $15 Art Gallery Society/conc.

Guided tours
11.00am – 12.00pm
Saturdays and Sundays
Free

Zen and the art of Japanese culture*
10.00am – 3.00pm
Monday 22 November
A day of events in celebration of Japanese culture, including tea ceremonies, dance and poetry.
School groups are welcome, but reservations are essential.
Free

Education
Focus tour available**
Free

Resources
Exhibition brochure available

<sup>Bookings required for marked events
* RSVP 02 4974 5114
** Contact Public Programs 02 4974 5112</sup>