BOOKED OUT | Exhibition Tour | Safety in Numbers: Colin McCahon’s Dark Equations

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Join us for an illuminating tour with eminent New Zealand writer Peter Simpson and exhibition curator Julia Waite as they unravel some of the possible meanings behind Colin McCahon’s enigmatic number paintings.

This conversational event will provide a thoughtful look into the history behind McCahon’s work with numbers. Peter and Julia will guide you through the exhibition, sharing insights along the way as they discuss McCahon’s symbolism and offer clues to interpreting his grids, interest in faith and spirituality, and the stark language of black and white.

Whether you’re a McCahon devotee or experiencing his work for the first time, the tour offers an engaging journey full of intergenerational dialogue.

Admission is free, but capacity is limited. Be sure to register in advance to guarantee your place.

Image credits: First image - Colin McCahon Clouds3, 1975, Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, on loan from a private collection | Second image - Courtesy of Peter Simpson | Third image - Florence Noble.