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Art, Identity and Place

The outcome of much global upheaval is that people tend t o retreat into their comfortable, familiar and ‘safe’ places. This can take the mild form of nostalgia or strong Nationalism. I would suggest that current exhibitions addressing the Australian Landscape is wanting to offer us, the art going public, solace and a safe haven from the global challenges referred to in article one, Arts education can/should/does, “Foster the capacity to respond to major global challenges, from peace to sustainability”.
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