The Victorian Government is pleased to support the exhibition by Melbourne artist, Lyndal Jones, at the 49th Venice Biennale of Art. Victoria is well known as a vibrant, contemporary centre for the visual arts, with an extensive network of public and commercial galleries, artist-run spaces, art schools, and major events, such as the Melbourne Art Fair.
Victorian artists continue to make their presence felt in the international arena.
Past Australian representatives at the Venice Biennale, include the highly acclaimed Bill Henson, and the late Howard Arkley, both from Melbourne. Events, such as the Biennale, provide a unique opportunity to showcase Victoria's energy and creative diversity, and are important in providing artists with opportunities to access new audiences and develop collaborative networks to support their practice. I am delighted that Arts Victoria, through the International Program, is supporting this important initiative. We provide legal solutions across the public and private sector. While the firm is 122 years old, we are youthful, providing creative and innovative solutions which are considered and astute.