Michael Zavros, Australia b.1974 / Bad dad (detail) 2013 / Oil on canvas / 110 x 150cm / Purchased 2016 with funds raised through the Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art Foundation Appeal / Collection: Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art / © Michael Zavros / View full image
24 Jun – 2 Oct 2023
Gallery of Modern Art, Gallery 1.1 (The Fairfax Gallery) & Gallery 1.2
The Gallery accepts the following concession cards. Individual patrons must show concession cards to receive concessional entry.
Eligibility for standard concession entry includes:
The following Concession Cards are not accepted by the Gallery:
QAGOMA Gallery Members and QAGOMA Foundation Members are entitled to a special Members ticket price. We also provide reciprocal membership with the following galleries:
Family ticket is for 2 adults & up to 3 children aged between 5-12 years.
We accept Companion Cards. The Companion Card holder is entitled to a concession ticket, which can be purchased in advanced online. Show your Companion Card to Ticket staff at the exhibition entry to receive complimentary entry for your companion.
A Season Pass entitles a single person to unlimited entry for a specific exhibition. The identification card that the holder used to validate the Season Pass must be shown each time the Season Pass is used.
Please note Season Passes are not valid for Special Events, such as Up Late, and are not transferrable to any other person than the Season Pass holder. Season Passes are for single exhibitions only and do not allow entry into any other ticketed exhibition or cinema program.
A Season Pass entitles a single person to unlimited entry for a specific exhibition. The identification card that the holder used to validate the Season Pass must be shown each time the Season Pass is used.
Please note Season Passes are not valid for Special Events, such as Up Late, and are not transferrable to any other person than the Season Pass holder. Season Passes are for single exhibitions only and do not allow entry into any other ticketed exhibition or cinema program.
A Season Pass entitles a single person to unlimited entry for a specific exhibition. The identification card that the holder used to validate the Season Pass must be shown each time the Season Pass is used.
Please note Season Passes are not valid for Special Events, such as Up Late, and are not transferrable to any other person than the Season Pass holder. Season Passes are for single exhibitions only and do not allow entry into any other ticketed exhibition or cinema program.
A Season Pass entitles a single person to unlimited entry for a specific exhibition. The identification card that the holder used to validate the Season Pass must be shown each time the Season Pass is used.
Please note Season Passes are not valid for Special Events, such as Up Late, and are not transferrable to any other person than the Season Pass holder. Season Passes are for single exhibitions only and do not allow entry into any other ticketed exhibition or cinema program.
A Season Pass entitles a single person to unlimited entry for a specific exhibition. The identification card that the holder used to validate the Season Pass must be shown each time the Season Pass is used.
Please note Season Passes are not valid for Special Events, such as Up Late, and are not transferrable to any other person than the Season Pass holder. Season Passes are for single exhibitions only and do not allow entry into any other ticketed exhibition or cinema program.
Known for his extraordinary technical prowess, Michael Zavros has captivated audiences with his sumptuous realist renderings and surreal juxtapositions.
Frequently engrossed in notions of quality and luxury, fashion and appearance, Zavros's idealised imagery has developed alongside Australia's pronounced turn to conspicuous consumption and aspirational individualism.
‘The Favourite’ profiles significant thematic explorations of the artist, including fashion magazines, European palaces, luxury cars, his children, Narcissus and still life, in addition to his self-portraits and reflections upon his heritage. It will survey 25 years of painting, sculpture, photography and video by this leading contemporary Queensland artist.
This exhibition offers opportunities for dialogue with ‘eX de Medici: Beautiful Wickedness’ presented in the adjacent gallery at GOMA. Immerse yourself in these two irresistible exhibitions from leading Australian artists. Your ticket provides entry to both exhibitions on your day of visit.
Buy timed tickets in advance to guarantee entry. Last session 4.00pm daily. Exhibition closes at 5.00pm. Flexi tickets available - visit any session on your day of purchase.
Michael Zavros, Australia b.1974 / <em>White peacock</em> 2017 / Oil on canvas / 220 x 200cm / Balnaves Collection / © Michael Zavros / View full image
Michael Zavros, Australia b.1974 / The Poodle 2014 / Oil on canvas / 135 x 150cm / Private collection, Sydney / © Michael Zavros / View full image
Michael Zavros, Australia b.1974 / Summer fruits 2017 / Oil on board / 40 x 27.5cm / Collection: Allan Lee / © Michael Zavros / View full image
Michael Zavros, Australia b.1974 / The Phoenix 2016 / Oil on canvas / 220 x 200cm / James and Diana Ramsay Fund supported by Philip Bacon AM through the Art Gallery of South Australia Foundation 2016 / Collection: Art Gallery of South Australia / © Michael Zavros / View full image
Michael Zavros, Australia b.1974 / Echo 2009 / Oil on canvas / 210 x 320cm / Private collection / © Michael Zavros / View full image
Michael Zavros, Australia b.1974 / V12/ Narcissus 2009 / Oil painting on board / 20 x 29.5 x 2cm / Gift of the artist 2013. Donated through the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program / Collection: Art Gallery of New South Wales / © Michael Zavros / View full image
Michael Zavros, Australia b.1974 / Bad dad 2013 / Oil on canvas / 110 x 150cm / Purchased 2016 with funds raised through the Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art Foundation Appeal / Collection: Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art / © Michael Zavros / View full image
Michael Zavros, Australia b.1974 / Dad likes colour (detail) 2020 / Lightjet print on C-type paper, ed. of 3 + 2AP/ © Michael Zavros / View full image
Michael Zavros, Australia b.1974 / She 2017/ Oil on board / 30.5 x 23.8cm / Private collection / © Michael Zavros / View full image
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Michael Zavros, Australia b.1974 / Dad likes colour (detail) 2020 / Lightjet print on C-type paper, ed. of 3 + 2AP/ © Michael Zavros / View full image
Learn about Michael Zavros and his practice, as well as ideas for making and responding.
Michael Zavros in front of Acropolis now 2023 at ‘Michael Zavros: The Favourite’, Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane / Photograph: David Kelly / © Michael Zavros / View full image
Visit ‘Michael Zavros: Gods & Monsters’ and explore Greek mythology through our interactive activity.
Philip Bacon AO
Gina Fairfax AC
Julian and Stephanie Grose
Mary-Jeanne Hutchinson
Wayne N Kratzmann AM
Andrew Robertson
Dr Sally Sojan and Dr Anthony Wilson
Paul, Sue and Kate Taylor
David and Judith Tynan