Rev up your imagination at an exhibition inspired by Mad Max

Published 03 December 2024

Hero show Franck Gohier (b. 1968), Max Rockatansky 2023, black wattle, flattened baked bean tins, sheet aluminium, etch primer, nails, artist acrylic and found objects, 78 x 25 x 22cm. Courtesy the artist

Calling all rev heads, cinephiles, and (anti)heroes! Get ready to race into the exhilarating world of Mad Max films at City of Moreton Bay’s new free exhibition, Maximum Madness: Art Inspired by Mad Max at the Caboolture Art Gallery from 7 December 2024 to 8 March 2025.

This free exhibition showcases a compelling array of works that pay homage to the iconic characters of the Mad Max universe.

Mayor Peter Flannery recalled the influential mark Mad Max made on both Australian and international cinema and invited everyone to explore this unique exhibition first-hand.

“Maximum Madness celebrates Mad Max’s legacy while highlighting the incredible talent of a diverse group of contemporary artists and the movie's influence on their work.

“Maximum Madness is also a fantastic opportunity for people to come together and participate in a series of workshops and activities that also explore the vibrant world of Mad Max,” Mayor Flannery said.

Maximum Madness pays tribute to the series' intricate blend of biker, gearhead, queer, and beefcake cultures evident in the film, highlighting its role in reshaping the realms of science fiction and artistic expression.

This landmark touring exhibition from the Rockhampton Museum of Art includes an impressive lineup of Australian artists that reflects audacious spirit, themes of rebellion and the distinct flair of Mad Max. They include:

  • Brisbane artist Phoebe Paradise reinterpreting the lost Australian daybill (1970s movie posters) to create the Mad Max-inspired artwork FORTRESS (2024), fused with her distinct punk-kitsch aesthetic.
  • Another Brisbane artist, Karike Ashworth, presents a striking interpretation of the mythical Thunderdome. Her artwork, We Don’t Need Another Hero (2023), is inspired by the iconic Mad Max theme song (performed by Tina Turner) and delves into the dominant forces in society.
  • Critically acclaimed Filipino-born artists Isabel and Alfredo Aquilizan reinterpreting the vehicle as a weapon, using materials typically associated with children’s crafts in their artwork titled In God We Trust (2009).

Caboolture Art Gallery will also hold a series of creative workshops during the exhibition for kids and adults including an art discovery trail, post-apocalyptic crafts, and an interactive installation by artists Isabel and Alfredo Aquilizan.

Be the first to see this unique exhibition by attending the free Maximum Madness opening on Saturday, 7 December 2024 from 10.30 am.

For more information and to book tickets to the opening event and other free workshops, visit Maximum Madness: Art Inspired by Mad Max - Moreton Bay Galleries & Museums.

Image credit: Frank Grohier,Max Rockatansky, 2023. Black wattle, flattened baked bean tins, sheet aluminium, etch primer, nails, artist acrylic and found objects. Courtesy of the artist.

 

 

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