Glenn Morgan’s sense of humour, integrity and his masterful skill as a storyteller are always present in his works. The honesty and openness in his bright, bustling sculptures immediately engage the viewer and draw us in for a closer look. This exhibition presents a poignant and personal reflection of the unique challenges and experiences faced by the artist, and the wider community, over the past year.
“2020 was a very hard year in so many ways but for an artist we had a lot of extra time in the shed (studio). There was more time to think of and develop ideas without much distraction.
During this time, I found that my ideas came to me in a fluid manner, covering many different themes such as trucks and vans on the Geelong highway, the importance of family and friends and our little dog Jessie, horse racing in Warrnambool and horse racing in general, Football and of course COVID-19 itself.
This may appear to be a random group of topics but I feel that they all fall under the umbrella of social commentary. I’ve really enjoyed producing this body of work and I hope that you enjoy it as well.” – Glenn Morgan, 2020
Glenn Morgan’s dioramas rendered in wood, metal, wire, screws and paint depict figures shouting text bites, road signs, animals, trucks and people; scenes alive with sound and movement. Stylistically quirky and cartoonish, this body of work offers a very personal insight into a year, conveyed with humour, whimsy and profound emotion.
Image above: Mary Tonkin The shimmer of Spring’s mellowing, Kalorama 2022-23 oil on linen 183 x 248 cm. Photographed by …
Congratulations to Graeme Drendel, Michelle Hiscock, Martin King, Glenn Morgan, Mary Tonkin and Christine Wrest-Smith who are included in the …
Image: Glenn Morgan High Rise Towers 2021 acrylic on board 236 x 93 cm Congratulations to Glenn Morgan who has …
Image above: Deborah Williams The air smells different 2023 aquatint intalgio 53×39.5cm Congratulations to Deborah Williams, Martin King and Phillip …
Image above: Salvatore Zofrea Catching fire-flies in summer from the series Appassionata: one hundred woodcuts no.15. 1994–1999 Jelutong woodblock 40 …
Image above: Collection in focus exhibition image from Golburn Regional Gallery Collection in focus: Golburn Regional Gallery 5 July — …
Above image details: Jenny Rodgerson Mum’s orange cardigan 2024 oil on linen 60 x 40 cm Congratulations to Jenny Rodgerson and …
Image above: Sarah Tomasetti From Balpatta X 2024 145 x 150 cm pigment oil and marble dust on fresco Congratulations to Holly …
Image above (left to right): Graeme Drendel Portrait of Rick 2024 oil on canvas 41 x 31 cm | Michelle Hiscock …
Image above: Janet Luxton Giant Australian Cuttlefish 2021 oil on canvas 120x160cm Congratulations to Janet Luxton who has had two …
Above image: Wayne Eager, Allegory I 2023 oil on linen 95 x 133 cm Wayne Eager was interviewed by Janet …
Image above: Marina Strocchi The vineyards of Madden’s Lane 2023 acrylic on linen 122 x 152 cm Congratulations to Kate …
Congratulations to Jennifer Keeler – Milne for being selected as a finalist in the Ravenswood Art Prize 2024 for her …