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Current Exhibition
Understory, Sutton Gallery Project Space. An exhibition of new work. Drawing on an ongoing interest in the complex relationship that exists between interiors and exteriors, Sparks has created a site-specific installation that responds to the architectural particularities of the Sutton Projects gallery space. While continuing to incorporate digital wallpaper vistas that transform gallery walls into strange, immersive environments, Understory also highlights recent thoughts and developments in Sparks' practice stemming from research conducted on the collections and archtecture of key European museums and sites.
Understory continues at Sutton Gallery Project Space, 230 Young St Fitzroy, until the 12th of November. Wed- Sat 1 -5 pm
Upcoming Exhibitions and Projects
Throughout April and May 2011 Valerie undertook residencies at the Muséum d'Historie Naturelle and the Centre Intermondes La Rochelle France. She also conducted photo shoots at the natural history museums in Vienna and Manchester. Valerie has returned to Australia with many images of exotic birds and animals collected during early voyages of exploration and trade including some collected during Captain Cook's 2nd and 3rd voyages throughout the Pacific. Photographs and on site research will lead to the creation of a new major work, an interpretation of the Le Brésil, a French Scenic wallpaper by Desfossé. This series of short term residencies were supported by Arts Victoria, under the International Cultural Exchange category.
Recent Acquisitions
El Dorado Springs has been purchased by the Whitworth Art gallery, Manchester
this weather #2 view 2 has been purchased by the Little Creatures Collection
El Dorado Springs has been purchased by the National Gallery of Australia, Canberra
Awards
Arts Victoria, Cultural Exchange International Program
Recent Exhibitions
Little Bird - Big History, Gallerysmith
Private Paradise, Whitworth Gallery of Art Manchester
Austral-Asia, National Gallery of Australia