Tue, 6 May, 5:30pm – 7pm AEST
Art + Crime : A panel discussion.
Art and crime have always intersected in Australian art history and culture, from early convict artists to contemporary thefts, forgeries, and the illicit trade of cultural artifacts. Some of our most famous artworks are centred on outlaws, like Nolan’s Ned Kelly series; others document and critique our legal systems, taking up colonial violence, corruption, and the fight to find justice for marginalized communities.
In 2025-2026, the Australian Institute of Art History is focusing on Art + Crime. This panel discussion is the first in a series of events on this theme. It brings together an expert group of artists, critics, and curators, to explore some of the intersections of art, violence, creativity, and the law. This discussion is also to celebrate and reflect on a recent collaboration between the AIAH and Memo journal: a special focus sectionon Art + Crime in the most recent Memo issue.
Speakers: Helen Hughes, Lisa Sullivan, Tristen Harwood.