Curated by Rilka Oakley, ‘20-50% off all plants & animals’ showcases a selection from Joan Ross’ extensive repertoire including drawing, sculpture and video.
Her works are both satirical and disarming while addressing serious issues including ownership, surveillance, fear and boundaries. Her trademark use of fluoro is prevalent as are her kangaroo fur fashion items. Ross’ aesthetic is visually pleasing and yet confronting, reminding us of our colonial history and the ongoing repercussions of that history.
Blue Mountains City Art Gallery
Until 3 January, 2016
New South Wales
Not a $tone unturned, 2015, hand painted pigment on cotton rag paper, 59 x 90cm
Courtesy the artist, Michael Reid, Sydney and Blue Mountains City Art Gallery, New South Wales
