The Art of Making Sense: The Cunningham Dax Collection

The Art of Making Sense 1 May – 1 November 2008 Venue: The Cunningham Dax Collection

The Art of Making Sense is a new exhibition which takes a uniquely critical approach to the display of creative works by people who experience mental illness and/or psychological trauma. The exhibition moves beyond an emphasis on clinical or aesthetic aspects, to highlight the multifaceted nature of the works, including psychological, historical, aesthetic, cultural and biographical aspects.

Over seventy creative works have been selected from the Collection including paintings, drawings, collages, textiles and sculptures, dating from the 1950s to recent acquisitions. In addition, historic photographs, archival documents and other writings provide a glimpse into daily life in a Victorian asylum.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY: PUBLIC PROGRAMS

Commencing in May, the Collection is excited to present a fantastic series of public programs to accompany the new exhibition, The Art of Making Sense. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear some interesting speakers discussing diverse topics in the fields of art, history, mental health, ethics and the psyche.

6pm Thursday 29 May Making Sense of Context Anthony Fitzpatrick and Glen Barkley

THE CUNNINGHAM DAX COLLECTION Open: Wed, Thurs, Fri 10am to 4pm, Sat, 1 to 5pm 35 Poplar Road Parkville Victoria 3052 t 61 3 9342 2394  fax 61 3 9381 2008 www.daxcollection.org.au