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QUEER: Stories from the NGV Collection is more than an exhibition catalogue. Including Ross Watson's artwork, this 628 page publication expands on the themes explored in the National Gallery of Victoria's QUEER exhibition, to document the queer past, present and future of the NGV's collection. Available from the NGV Design store online. AUD$99.95
The below artworks are the first in a new series entitled TRAVELOGUE. Each painting is exploring the theme of travel and the captivating and unique experiences that occur while visiting foreign countries. Travel is a subject that has informed periods of Watson's art throughout his forty year career. With an extensively catalogued reference library of photography taken by the artist himself, we can expect to be transported into wonderful dreamscapes spanning the globe. First stop - Greece.
"Ross Watson's paintings are obviously the work of a master of technique. The conjunction of modern naturalism and classic works makes it hard to believe one's eyes."
Sir Ian McKellen
"Oh goodness, your works get sexier and sexier and more and more accomplished - lost in admiration."
Stephen Fry