Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art, 1993 : Exhibition report

COMMENTS The First Asia-Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art Selection of comments from comments book: ‘A visual feast of ideas, images and movement. The best exhibition you have ever had - so active and cheaper than the Sydney Biennale.’ Diane Colman, Brisbane, 19 September 1993 ‘I cried - a very sad exhibition - the artist need not say a word as the message is there. Congratulations.’ Elaine Jeffries, Brisbane, 21 September 1993 'Congratulations on the Asian exhibition. Enterprising. Our first introduction to the artists of Asia.' C. McKoy, Tweed Heads, 21 September 1993 The Asia-Pacific show is a delight and it is possible for all people to enjoy it as there is no costs to enter this wonderful public space or the exhibition.’ Cynthia Beckett, 26 September 1993 ‘Very encompassing and thought provoking. A new appreciation of our neighbours’ struggle and pluck.’ Glen Brown, Perth, 29 September 1993 ‘Could hand on a few good tips to the National Gallery. Excellent.’ John McGrath, Uralla, 5 October 1993 'Very brave of the Gallery. It is a wonderful exhibition. Well done.’ Jane Flower, Mullumbimby, 19 October 1993 'Wonderful museum - I particularly admire the quality of all the installations - both informative and aesthetical - thanks.’ Lisa Falk, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, 20 October 1993 ‘Entertaining, enlightening and just incredible.’ Richard Smith, Japan, 25 October 1993 'The best exhibition I have seen here, congrats on quality, diversity and baiance. Much more surreal than surrealism and cheaper too - it’s appreciated.' Kylie Murphy, Brisbane, 2 November 1993 ‘An inspiring and challenging exhibition covering a diverse range of media and materials. Well worth the interstate trip - invaluable student excursion.’ Kathy Reid, 12 November 1993 Comments in the book also include a number by visitors to the Gallery from New Zealand, Indonesia, Japan, the United Kingdom, Canada, Hong Kong, Holland, the United States of America and Korea.