Still Now is a collection of paintings, sculptures and photography from 11 contemporary artists.

Still Now features Australian artists Australian artists Susannah Blaxill, Jane Burton, Dianne Emery, Juan Ford, Sam Leach, Mali Moir, John Pastoriza-Piol, Darren Wardle, Jud Wimhurst, Michael Zavros and Japanese artist Asuka Hishiki.

The exhibition takes inspiration from the Dutch "golden age' painter, Adriaen Coorte who created small still life paintings that were simple refined compositions showing the fragility of life.

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The exhibition explores still life style art, displaying each artists interpretation of this art form using commonplace items.

Exhibition curator Brenda Wellman said she chose these artists for their passion for realism.

"Still Now presents their interpretation of the long-standing vanitas tradition of still life, and how it reflects on the transience of life and its relevance today," she said.

The exhibition will be opened by special guest Claire Watson, Director of NETS Victoria, on Saturday 29th May 1pm.

Entry is free, bookings are essential.

This exhibition has received assistance from NETS Victoria's Exhibition Development Fund supported by the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria.

Still Now will be on display from Saturday, May 29 until Sunday, August 22. The Gallery is open daily from 10am to 4pm and entry is free.

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