Lindy Lee
Lindy Lee is a prominent Australian artist known for her innovative works that explore themes of identity, cultural heritage, and the intersection of Eastern and Western artistic traditions. She has made significant contributions to the contemporary art scene and has served on various boards and committees, advocating for the arts in Australia. Lee's recent resignation from her position as a board member of Creative Australia amid controversy regarding the selection of artists for the Venice Biennale highlights the tensions within the Australian arts community.
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Renowned Brisbane artist Lindy Lee AO’s ethereal Being Swallowed by the Milky Way sits in the George Street entrance.
Verdict on hotel at the centre of Queensland’s most contentious site
Australia· 2025-08-10
Australian artist Lindy Lee presented a sculpture titled 'Ouroboros' at the National Gallery of Australia, inviting viewers to experience being part of nature's cycles.
Mėgtas ir filosofų, ir alchemikų, ir menininkų: kokias prasmes įkūnija Uroboras? | Kultūra
Lithuania· 2025-07-20
Lindy Lee is a board member of Creative Australia who recalled the fraught meeting regarding the Venice Biennale selection.
How Australia’s moment to shine at 2025 Venice Biennale went wrongAustralia· 2025-07-03
Lindy Lee is an artist and board member who stepped down after the decision to rescind the invitation was made.
Creative Australia Sydney office protest over Khaled Sabsadi, Michael Dagostino dumpingAustralia· 2025-02-27
Artist Lindy Lee commented on the high tensions surrounding the board's decision.
Backlash against Creative Australia grows over decision to dump Khaled Sabsabi and Michael Dagostino from Venice BiennaleAustralia· 2025-02-23
Lindy Lee is a visual arts representative on Creative Australia’s board who resigned after the decision to rescind Sabsabi’s contract.
Artists who represented Australia at Venice Biennale call for Khaled Sabsabi to be reinstated | Australian art
United Kingdom· 2025-02-22
Lindy Lee has resigned as the program director and manager of the agency’s visual arts team.
Major gallery says Venice row endangers Australia’s global reputationAustralia· 2025-02-21
