Everyone's a Critic
They say art is the mark of a civilised society, but what do Australians really think about it? Each week, a cross-section of Australians will become art critics as they delve deeper into some of the most renowned works in the country. Across nine episodes, we share the amazing treasure trove of artifacts in Australian galleries. Our new critics see a wide range of colonial art, emerging Pacific Rim art, indigenous art and modern art. We look at sculpture and installations as well as paintings on a wall. We show that art can be fun, annoying, challenging, infuriating. No matter who we are, art always provokes a response. It challenges our beliefs, lifts our spirits, and reminds us who we are. Everyone's got a story. Everyone's got an opinion. Everyone's a Critic.
- 2018-2018
- 1 season
- Documentary, Reality
They say art is the mark of a civilised society, but what do Australians really think about it? Each week, a cross-section of Australians will become art critics as they delve deeper into some of the most renowned works in the country. Across nine episodes, we share the amazing treasure trove of artifacts in Australian galleries. Our new critics see a wide range of colonial art, emerging Pacific Rim art, indigenous art and modern art. We look at sculpture and installations as well as paintings on a wall. We show that art can be fun, annoying, challenging, infuriating. No matter who we are, art always provokes a response. It challenges our beliefs, lifts our spirits, and reminds us who we are. Everyone's got a story. Everyone's got an opinion. Everyone's a Critic.
Season 1 Episode Guide
9 Episodes
Episode 1
National Gallery of Victory - Ian Potter Centre
29 mins
A group of everyday Australians become art critics as they explore the works of the National Gallery of Victoria's Australian collection, housed in the Ian Potter Centre.
Episode 2
Art Gallery of New South Wales (Part 1)
28 mins
The critics have their first of two trips to the Art Gallery of New South Wales (AGNSW) in Sydney to view works by artists Edouard Detaille, Charles Meere, Uta Uta Tjangala, Geraldine Javier and Brett Whiteley.
Episode 3
National Gallery of Victoria - International Collection
26 mins
The critics visit the National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne. Founded in 1861, the NGV is the oldest and most visited gallery in Australia.
Episode 4
Museum of Contemporary Art Australia
27 mins
The critics visit Sydney's Museum of Contemporary Art. Sitting on the edge of Circular Quay, the MCA was established in 1991. The critics view works by Khadim Ali, Callum Morton, Stuart Ringholt, Fiona Hall, and Sally Smart.
Episode 5
Heide Museum of Modern Art
27 mins
The critics visit Heide Museum of Modern Art in Melbourne where they view a broad range of modern art by Albert Tucker, Rick Amor, Jenny Watson, Arthur Boyd, and Sidney Nolan.
Episode 6
Art Gallery of New South Wales (Part 2)
26 mins
The critics visit the Art Gallery of New South Wales (AGNSW) for the second time to further explore their 1000 pieces of art on display.
Episode 7
Lyon Housemuseum
27 mins
Our critics explore the Lyon Housemuseum in Melbourne, the first space in the world designed as both a family home and a public gallery. They view art by Patricia Piccinini, Polly Borland, Callum Morton and Constanz Zikos.
Episode 8
Campbelltown Arts Centre
28 mins
The critics visit the Campbelltown Arts Centre in Sydney's western suburbs. They are seeing work by finalists in the Fisher's Ghost Art Award.
Episode 9
National Gallery Of Victoria - Australian Collection
26 mins
Our critics visit the National Gallery of Victoria's Australian Collection. Housed in the Ian Potter Centre, it includes works by Frederick McCubbin, John Brack, Albert Tucker, and Grace Cossington Smith.