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Australian Comics – Promoting Culture Through Visual Storytelling

 


By Australian Embassy Bangkok
Opening Reception and Talk: Tuesday 15th March 2022, 17.00 – 19.00 hrs.


“Australian Comics – Promoting Culture Through Visual Storytelling” exhibition provides a fresh look at the contemporary art of comics. The exhibition is designed to promote Australian artists  – introduce their original styles and approach to the medium. It consists of selected pages from various comic books and graphic novels from 33 exceptionally talented artists. The exhibition plays an invaluable role in promoting Australian arts and culture, reaching out to younger generations around the world.

The exhibition was presented in Poland as a part of the International Festival of Comics and Games in 2018 and presented in Germany in 2020. For Bangkok, the exhibition will be on display from 15-27 March 2022 at the Gallery, 3rd floor, BACC. It is open to public free of charge.

We invite you to join the opening reception and talk on Tuesday 15th March 2022, 17.00 – 19.00 hrs.
17.00     Guest arrives
17.15     Opening remarks by Australian Ambassador H.E. Mr Allan McKinnon
17.20     Remarks by Australian artists Mr Jakub Mazerant and Mr Ben Mitchell
17.30     Video greeting by Australian artists (5 mins)
17.45     Panel discussion on “Australian Comics – Promoting Culture Through Visual Storytelling” (45 mins)
19.00     Event concludes

For more information, please contact
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Australian Embassy, Thailand 

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