19 Sep 2013
QT Sydney is thrilled to announce its partnership with Australia's leading international art fair, Sydney Contemporary, as the official hotel partner and nightly after-Fair venue. In a bid to discover and support Australia's most exciting talent, the city's newest art-focused hotel, will also play host to a specially curated exhibition in Parlour Lane Roasters.
"Each piece of art was specifically selected to be in keeping with the nature of the displays. Work that has both initial impact and subtlety upon inspection," said CEO and Group Fairs Director of Art Fairs Australia, Barry Keldoulis, who curated the display.
Housed within the original 1920's display cabinets in Parlour Lane on the ground floor of QT Sydney, the works on display offer a "Director's Choice", with a selection of cutting edge Australian artists to draw the eye of art-lovers and passers-by alike.
The vibrant works of renowned photographic self-portrait and video artist Liam Benson greet guests at the entrance to Parlour Lane, followed by Daniel Adgag's intricate cardboard sculpture The Approach. A Kangaroo fur Victorian ball gown by Sydney-based materialist Joan Ross takes center stage of the exhibition, whilst Adelaide artist Sarah Field's sculptures of human hair, resin and found objects create a cabinet of curiosities. Kathy Temin finishes the exhibition with her seductive fur sculptures in Small Black Garden, 2010.
The exhibition will add to QT Sydney's already considered portfolio of artworks by well-regarded Australian and New Zealand based artists, including; Daniel Crooks, Daniel Boyd and Grant Stevens. Curated by art expert Amanda Love, the existing works use varied mediums in and around QT's public spaces, guest rooms and the hotel's bar, Gilt Lounge, providing a visual feast of light and movement.
The exhibition in Parlour Lane is on display from 15th September 2013 until December, when the works will be replaced by the winners of the QT Sydney and Sydney Contemporary Parlour Lane Creative Initiative - a rare opportunity for the works of undiscovered and emerging talent to be viewed by hundreds of guests passing through QT Sydney, art and design lovers, active buyers and design enthusiasts.
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About QT Sydney
The 200-room QT Sydney is the flagship of the QT brand, on the corner of George and Market Streets in Sydney. With an eye for modern design whilst reflective of past, the 200 guest suites that make up the QT Sydney hotel have been carefully crafted within the historic Gowings and State theatre buildings.
This boutique Sydney accommodation retains many of the buildings most distinctive features, such as the blend of Gothic, Art Deco, and Italianate influenced architecture that form the dazzling exterior of the building. With a contemporary and, at times, quirky design, all guestrooms feature creature comforts such as luxurious bedding, high-speed internet, walk-in showers and most guest suites also offer an indulgent oversized soaking tub.
The lower levels of this truly designer Sydney Hotel, retain a historical allure but are also the home of Sydney's hottest new bar Gilt Lounge and Robert Marchetti's newest creation Gowings Bar & Grill.
About Sydney Contemporary
Sydney Contemporary is Sydney's new international art fair showcasing work by emerging and established artists from leading Australian and international galleries. The inaugural edition takes place throughout Eveleigh's striking arts precinct Carriageworks, from 20-22 September 2013 with the First Night to be held on the evening of Thursday 19 September.
With a thriving art scene and a growing collector base, Sydney is a dynamic cultural destination with an international reputation for presenting the very best in visual art through its public institutions, private collections, leading commercial galleries, and world renowned Biennale. Defined by the vibrancy of its host city, Sydney Contemporary provides commercial galleries with a dynamic platform to showcase the work of emerging and established artists, enabling local and visiting audiences to build on their existing knowledge, and develop their international art collections.
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