Rules of Summer
About this exhibition
Rules of Summer features a set of original paintings from Shaun Tan made for the picture book of the same title. The exhibition explores the friendship of two young boys as it is challenged by many difficult and irrational situations, each one a metaphor for familiar childhood experiences. The story is little more than a list of mysterious rules, ‘Never step on a snail’, ‘Never leave the back door open overnight’ or ‘Never leave a red sock on the clothesline’. As each rule is broken – not always by accident – surprising consequences ensue and audiences are invited to decide for themselves what is really happening, and why.
The Rules of Summer touring exhibition is a unique collection of rarely seen original works from Shaun Tan, including working drawings and artist’s notes from this dynamic and enchanting series.
ARTIST
Shaun Tan (VIC)
MEDIUMS
Acrylic and Oils on Paper, Oil on Canvas
INSTALLATION
- 35 – 40 running metres
- ACT-BELONG-COMMIT ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM
- Act-Belong-Commit Artist on the Move in schools and galleries
- Act-Belong-Commit ARTBUS
- Act-Belong-Commit Learning Resource (includes activities, ideas and background)
- Act-Belong-Commit Public programs
MARKETING
Marketing Kit (includes e-invitation template, artwork for hard copy invitation, media release, promotional images, logos and acknowledgements)
INTERPRETATION MATERIALS
Artwork labels
Exhibition and sponsorship panels
Artwork labels
Exhibition brochures (free for distribution)
TOUR DURATION
June 2020 – November 2021. Available WA and interstate
Cost Share
ART ON THE MOVE Members: $3,700 (inc. GST)
Non-Members: $4,000 (inc. GST)
Interstate Venues: Contact to discuss.
Itinerary
2020
September 18 – November 8 : The Cannery Arts Centre
November 20 – December 12 : Geraldton Regional Art Gallery
2021
January 15 – February 14 : Ellenbrook Arts
February 24 – March 20 : Goldfields Arts Centre
April 2 – May 31 : Shark Bay World Heritage Discovery Centre
June 19 – August 22 : Bunbury Regional Art Gallery
October 7 – November 7 : Katanning Art Gallery
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