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Australia at The Venice Biennale: A Century of Contemporary Art Kerry Gardner

Howard Arkley’s (1996) depicts a suburban dwelling defined by thick airbrushed lines, pop aesthetics and a rich colour palette that accentuate the different features, textures and styles of the home. The painting is a fitting introduction to the content of the publication it fronts; ‘Australia at The Venice Biennale: A Century of Contemporary Art’ a richly

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