when: 27 March 2025 - 26 April 2025 | venue: Peach Black Gallery | cost: Free | address: 126 Abercrombie St, Chippendale | website: https://peachblackgallery.com/ | tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/CZAWB
published: 28 Mar 2025, 5 min read
Renowned visual artist Matteo Bernasconi invites you to experience his latest exhibition, Essential-a compelling exploration of the role of artists in society.
Opening Thursday, 27 March 2025, this powerful collection is both a celebration and a defence of the creative community, whose contributions often go unrecognised.
Born from reflections during the pandemic, when the term 'essential work' dominated public discourse, Essential challenges us to reconsider the true value of art.
'Art is often dismissed as a luxury for the rich,' says Bernasconi. 'But what would any of us do without books, movies, music, and images that challenge and nourish our minds? Without art, we are just beasts.'
At the heart of the exhibition are striking portraits of Australian cultural figures-artists, musicians, and performers who help shape their communities on both local and national levels. Some featured subjects include:
Tony Backhouse - A pioneering force in a cappella gospel music, inspiring choirs and workshops worldwide.
Leanne Benjamin - The Queensland-born former principal of The Royal Ballet, celebrated for her extraordinary career.
Declan Kelly - One of Australia's most respected musicians, collaborating with top Australian and international artists
Nathalie Morris - French-Australian actress, currently starring in the acclaimed TV series Bump.
These portraits are more than just paintings-they are tributes to resilience, creativity, and the human spirit.
Join us for the opening night and be part of the conversation. This is a free event, and everybody is welcome. Please register below if you'd like to attend.
Opening Night: Thursday, 27 March 2025, 6.00pm - 8.00pm
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Renowned visual artist Matteo Bernasconi invites you to experience his latest exhibition, Essential-a compelling exploration of the role of artists in society.
Opening Thursday, 27 March 2025, this powerful collection is both a celebration and a defence of the creative community, whose contributions often go unrecognised.
Born from reflections during the pandemic, when the term 'essential work' dominated public discourse, Essential challenges us to reconsider the true value of art.
'Art is often dismissed as a luxury for the rich,' says Bernasconi. 'But what would any of us do without books, movies, music, and images that challenge and nourish our minds? Without art, we are just beasts.'
At the heart of the exhibition are striking portraits of Australian cultural figures-artists, musicians, and performers who help shape their communities on both local and national levels. Some featured subjects include:
Tony Backhouse - A pioneering force in a cappella gospel music, inspiring choirs and workshops worldwide.
Leanne Benjamin - The Queensland-born former principal of The Royal Ballet, celebrated for her extraordinary career.
Declan Kelly - One of Australia's most respected musicians, collaborating with top Australian and international artists
Nathalie Morris - French-Australian actress, currently starring in the acclaimed TV series Bump.
These portraits are more than just paintings-they are tributes to resilience, creativity, and the human spirit.
Join us for the opening night and be part of the conversation. This is a free event, and everybody is welcome. Please register below if you'd like to attend.
Opening Night: Thursday, 27 March 2025, 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Go see Essential - Portrait Exhibition by Matteo Bernasconi 2025.
Essential - Portrait Exhibition by Matteo Bernasconi 2025 is on 27 March 2025 - 26 April 2025. See start and end times below. Conveniently located in Chippendale. Call 0426168455 for details. Visit their website at https://peachblackgallery.com/.
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