The public has always had some interest in art. Today’s media quite often does a superficial reading in the art world – probably more just to attract readers/viewers. There is so little understanding in the culture today about contemporary art that it leaves interested people somewhat isolated. The public funding for arts education has been cut – and with it so has any communication or appreciation of contemporary art in the public schools.
To find out more about contemporary art you can read articles on the topic in various places. I hope you will read some of them at Contemporary Art Gallery Magazine. CAG has several fine writers working on basic education of people to contemporary art, as well clearing up some of the more controversial questions on contemporary, and even some articles on esthetics and artists’ interviews.
Australia is home to many contemporary art galleries, making it ideal for those thinking of combining a luxury holiday with art. Whether your interest lies in ceramics, sculpture, painting or one of the new media technologies, Australia has galleries to suit you. Here are our top 5 contemporary art galleries in Australia:
1. The Queensland Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane