Jan Senbergs Interview
James Gleeson Oral History Collection
James Gleeson interviews Jan Senbergs
1 April 1979
In the 1970s, leading surrealist painter Dr James Gleeson AO ventured into the studios of 98 Australian artists to discuss their works that had been acquired by the Gallery. As an artist, curator and writer, Gleeson brought a deeply thoughtful and personal perspective to these conversations.
The interviews, originally recorded on audio cassette tapes, now form the basis of a unique archive – the James Gleeson Oral History Collection – a vital historical and cultural resource for the study of contemporary Australian art. They provide first-hand insights into the genesis and creation of select works of art, mapping their enduring influence on Australian society more broadly.
Art & Artists
Referenced
Packet of Two
1965-66
Observation post II
1968
Black garden
1972
Sketch for 'Holiday resort' [and other sketches]
1972
Plaza
1973
Garden plan with short path
1973
Moundhouse
1973
Altered Parliament House No. 2
1976
Study for 'Inside a machine' [1].
July 1963
Head (small)
1964
Head
1963
The main body
1966
Collapsing structure
1968
Observatory I.
1968
It's not so easy
1969
Testing
1969
Structure, red roof.
1971
Monument
1969
Hill
1970
Mound.
1973
Incoming Ministers.
1971
We're moving
1971
Women's buildings, University of Oregon.
1973
Window.
1974
Performance, three pieces
1975
The good looking print or Harry was right.
1975
Structure, cloud.
1975
A vision for builders.
1975
Gateway
1975
Dark structure, windows.
1975
Moundhouse.
1975
The flyer.
1975
Study for 'Inside a machine' [2].
July 1963
Study for 'Inside a machine' [3].
1963
Two elders
1966
Fort.
1973
