when: 17 November 2023 - 10 June 2024 | venue: National Archives of Australia | cost: See event for details | address: Kings Avenue Parkes 2600 | website: https://naa.gov.au
published: 20 Nov 2023, 5 min read
This showcased event has concluded.
Expired
Focus: Australian government photographers brings Australia's government photographers out of the darkroom and into the spotlight.
Between 1939 and 1996, dozens of photographers were employed by government agencies to capture Australian life. This fascinating exhibition delves deep into the lives and work of these talented individuals who helped to preserve our rich visual heritage, including Harry Frauca, Max Dupain, Mervyn Bishop and many more.
Focus invites visitors on a journey spanning six decades of Australian life.
Explore a diverse selection of work that includes intimate nature photography, striking architectural shots and images that capture everyday memories from Australia's past.
Step into our virtual darkroom and experience the magic of photography by watching pictures develop before your eyes.
Experience the power of photography to shape perceptions, ignite conversation and preserve memories.
This exhibition is supported by the National Collecting Institutions Touring and Outreach Program.
Content from UpNext.com.au. Please don't scrape website.
Focus: Australian government photographers brings Australia's government photographers out of the darkroom and into the spotlight.
Between 1939 and 1996, dozens of photographers were employed by government agencies to capture Australian life. This fascinating exhibition delves deep into the lives and work of these talented individuals who helped to preserve our rich visual heritage, including Harry Frauca, Max Dupain, Mervyn Bishop and many more.
Focus invites visitors on a journey spanning six decades of Australian life.
Explore a diverse selection of work that includes intimate nature photography, striking architectural shots and images that capture everyday memories from Australia's past.
Step into our virtual darkroom and experience the magic of photography by watching pictures develop before your eyes.
Experience the power of photography to shape perceptions, ignite conversation and preserve memories.
This exhibition is supported by the National Collecting Institutions Touring and Outreach Program.
Go see Focus: Australian government photographers 2023.

Focus: Australian government photographers 2023 is on 17 November 2023 - 10 June 2024. The opening hours are: See event website for details. Conveniently located in Parkes. Call 02 6212 3600 for details. Visit their website at https://naa.gov.au.
Are we missing something? Help us improve this article. Reach out to us.
Event Details
Are you looking for 'Things To Do' ideas?
Canberra Upnext Team
Hey, Canberra crowd! I’m your dedicated UpNext scout, canvassing all corners of the capital to uncover the deals you can't afford to miss. From Fyshwick markets to the latest exhibit at the National Gallery, I'm on the ground, bringing you the best of Canberra's shopping, dining, and culture. Whether you're looking for insider tips on where to find designer threads or the coziest spots for a flat white, my finds are bound to add value to your day. Keep up with my discoveries and join a community passionate about the hidden treasures and the unbeatable bargains our city offers. Dive into my world on Instagram @UpnextCanberra, where I post the latest buzz, the hottest sales, and the best-kept secrets of Canberra living. Follow along and make the most of your city adventures with the exclusive insights from UpNext.
See recent events discovered by Canberra Upnext Team

The Maids By Jean Genet & Translated by Martin Crimp 2025
Two sisters, Solange and Claire, are maids to their wealthy, glamorous mistress in a big city apartment

Chris Carmody: Fluorescent Array 2025
An exhibition of paintings by Chris Carmody

Tuesday night writing sessions at Drill Hall Gallery 2025
Curators, writers, artists and HDR students – if you need dedicated time, company and an alternative venue for a writing project, come along on Tuesday evenings for a heads down productive shut up and write evening

The Whole is Greater than the Sum of Her Parts 2025
Play and create in The Whole is Greater than the Sum of Her Parts, a dedicated interactive space created by artist Sanné Mestrom

Cézanne to Giacometti: Highlights from Museum Berggruen / Neue Nationalgalerie 2025
Cézanne to Giacometti: Highlights from Museum Berggruen / Neue Nationalgalerie marks the first time works from this internationally significant collection will be seen in Australia

Questacon Presents: ZAP! CLANK! POW! 2025
Uncover the unexpected and spark your curiosity with mesmerising magnets, machines and motion in Questacon Presents: ZAP! CLANK! POW!With 17 exhibits across three zones and a trio of delightful characters, Questacon Presents explores electricity – ZAP! - simple machines – CLANK! - and fundamental forces – POW! In Questacon Presents: ZAP! CLANK! POW! you can become a battery, lift herculean loads with levers and use mechanisms to make mechanical music