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Matthew Johnson - Intricacies

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Lucy Feagins

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Lucy Feagins

10th of August 2011

Works on paper by Melbourne artist Matthew Johnson for his current show at Block Projects

LOVE these kaleidoscopic works on paper by Melbourne artist Matthew Johnson. They form part of his current solo show, entitled Intricacies, at Block Projects in Melbourne. You can view many more pieces from the exhibition on the Block Projects website... Such an incredible series full of intense colour and meticulous geometric precision. Beautiful.

Intricacies - new works by Matthew Johnson

Block Projects 79 Stephenson Street Cremorne 3121 VIC Australia

Ph. 03 9429 0660

Gallery Hours Wednesday – Friday 11.00am - 5.00pm Saturday 11.00am - 4.oopm Sunday 12.00 - 4.00pm

Works on paper by Melbourne artist Matthew Johnson

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