Michael Zavros: The Favourite Resource

Michael Zavros / Australia b.1974 / Bad dad 2013 / Oil on canvas / 110 x 150cm / Purchased 2016 with funds raised through the Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art Foundation Appeal / Collection: Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art / © Michael Zavros / View full image
When
24 Jun – 2 Oct 2023
Where
Gallery of Modern Art, Gallery 1.1 (The Fairfax Gallery) & Gallery 1.2
Whether realised through the precisely executed paintings for which he is best known, or through digital photography, video, performance or sculpture, Michael Zavros’s body of work is carefully and thoughtfully composed. While many are drawn to its largely undisturbed world of luxury, order and beauty, we are left to wonder about its deeper meaning or intent.
‘The Favourite’ profiles significant thematic explorations of this leading contemporary Queensland artist, including fashion, European palaces, his children, self-portraits and still life.
About the resource
This resource includes information about the artist and his practice, a thematic framework for exploring his body of work, ideas for making and responding, and curriculum links.
Teacher tip: Print pages from the 'Themes' section (pages 4-10) to support student learning during your visit or in the classroom. This section features four themes (Materialism, The Self, Male Code, and Alternate Realities) with selected works accompanied by quotes from the artist.