Artist Activations

Jodi Haines - Suburban Songlines: In Search of a Tasmanian Toomelah Tiger

Jodi Haines

Join artist Jodi Haines on a journey via a heritage 1970's Bedford bus. Meander through suburban songlines via imagery, memorabilia, and song.

Where: Departing the main TMAG entrance

When: 2-3 pm

  • Saturday 13 December
  • Saturday 10 January
  • Saturday 14 February
  • Saturday 14 March
  • Saturday 11 April

Patron Advice: This is a free event. No bookings required. Limited tickets available on-site from 1.30 pm on the dates indicated. Return bus journey approximately 40 minutes.

The 1970's heritage bus used in this experience is an integral part of the artist's work. However unlike a contemporary bus, this heritage vehicle is not wheelchair accessible. All other elements of the artist's work inside TMAG are fully accessible.

Outside of these events, Suburban Songlines is available as a static display inside TMAG in The Link building. Large screen display of this work will also be available on the SOAPBOX billboards located at Mathers Place: in Criterion Lane, on the rear wall of the State Library and on the side of the Playhouse Theatre.

Jenni Large - Body Shells

Jenni Large

Jenni Large is a dancer, choreographer and director. As part of Hobart Current: Here, Jenni is creating a durational performance installation work in gallery, involving plaster body casting.

Where: TMAG Argyle Gallery 4

When: 11 am - 1.30 pm

  • 12, 13, 19, 20 December
  • 3, 4, 24, 25 January
  • 14, 15 February
  • 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29 March
  • 1, 2 April

No bookings required.

Patron Advice: Body casting involves full body nudity. Patrons under 18 years must be accompanied by a legal guardian. Video or photography of live sessions is strictly prohibited. Proximity to the art and artist is welcomed. Touching and interacting with the art and artist is not permitted. Space limits within the gallery may apply at peak times.

Outside of these events, Body Shells exists as a static display in the Argyle 4 Gallery during TMAG Opening hours.