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Artist Interviews

Garry Shead Interview

James Gleeson Oral History Collection

Published 2015
37 minutes

James Gleeson interviews Garry Shead
4 September 1979

In the 1970s, leading surrealist painter Dr James Gleeson AO ventured into the studios of 98 Australian artists to discuss their works that had been acquired by the Gallery. As an artist, curator and writer, Gleeson brought a deeply thoughtful and personal perspective to these conversations.

The interviews, originally recorded on audio cassette tapes, now form the basis of a unique archive – the James Gleeson Oral History Collection – a vital historical and cultural resource for the study of contemporary Australian art. They provide first-hand insights into the genesis and creation of select works of art, mapping their enduring influence on Australian society more broadly.

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Referenced

Garry Shead

Orpheus
1974

Garry Shead, Bruce Latimer

You've come! At last!.
1974-74

Garry Shead

not titled (Seated woman)
1975

Garry Shead

not titled [Figure and car]
1975

Garry Shead, Rose Vickers, Port Jackson Press

Anima
1975

Garry Shead, Rose Vickers, Port Jackson Press

Enigma
1975

Garry Shead

Drawing from Byron series
8 to 9 December 1975

Tony Coleing, Garry Shead

Something's strange at the Greek's tonight.
September 1976

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