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Big Power Energy

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Big Power Energy celebrates artists. This exhibition includes works that are either physically monumental or conceptually bold.

Overview

Since its founding in 1967, the Power Collection has been inspirational for generations of Australasian artists. In the University of Sydney's 175th anniversary year we have invited 14 artists to each select a work from the Power Collection and to reflect on their choice. 

This exhibition takes inspiration from the visionary bequest of J.W. Power, by focusing on works that are either physically monumental or conceptually bold. Many of the works have not been displayed for more than 30 years, and some are returning favourites.

More information

  • Serwah Attafuah
  • Christopher Bassi
  • Richard Bell
  • Megan Cope
  • Léuli Eshrāghi
  • Narelle Jubelin
  • Shivanjani Lal
  • Lindy Lee
  • Archie Moore
  • Ramesh Mario Nithiyendran
  • Leyla Stevens
  • Angela Tiatia
  • Imants Tillers
  • Ben Quilty

  • Georg Baselitz
  • Joseph Beuys
  • Juan Davila
  • Ronald Davis
  • Tony Ḏanyala
  • Johnny Djatjamarralil
  • Mary Gubiyarrawuy
  • Ralph Hōtere
  • Alain Jacquet
  • Philip Gudthaykudthay
  • Miyalkkurruwurruwuŋ
  • Sidney Nolan
  • J.W. Power
  • Robert Rauschenberg
  • Robin White

Katrina Liberiou

Luke Parker and Mikhaela Rodwell

Youssofszay + Hart, with graphic design by Matt Nix

Details

When

Open seven days a week
Mon - Fri: 10am - 5pm
Sat - Sun: 12 - 4pm

Please note: the Chau Chak Wing Museum is closed on public holidays.

Open 26 July 2025 - 8 February 2026

Location

Potter Gallery, Level 4
Chau Chak Wing Museum

Cost

Free

Header image: Big Power Energy, Ronald Davis, Cube 1, 1971 (installation view), Chau Chak Wing Museum, 2025. Photo by David James

Visitor advice: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are respectfully advised that this exhibition contains names and artworks of people who have passed away.

Some artworks contain graphic imagery including nudity.

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in touch

Contact us

Phone: +61 2 93512812

Email: ccwm.info@sydney.edu.au

Chau Chak Wing Museum
University Place
Camperdown NSW 2050

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