Artist in Residence Renee Kire takes over Museum of Brisbane’s entryway, transforming these spaces with a vibrant and dynamic mix of striking vinyl graphics and sculptural timber elements, creating an immersive pathway that stretches across walls and ceilings, guiding you into the heart of the Museum.
Drawing inspiration from Minimalism while reinterpreting the movement through a contemporary feminist lens, Kire brings fresh attention to the often-overlooked contributions of women in the field. Bright, colourful and welcoming for all visitors, the artwork is both joyful and thought-provoking.
Responding directly to the architecture of the Museum, City Hall and the Brisbane cityscape, Kire’s design reveals unexpected connections between the built environment and abstract form. Repetition, rhythm and thoughtful details invite you to slow down, look closely and discover new perspectives.
The sculptural timber elements will be co-created with the community through a series of hands-on workshops—stay tuned to MoB Mail for workshop announcements.
MoB’s Artist in Residence program is supported by Tim Fairfax AC.
Renee Kire is an early career artist of Australian and Māori descent, living and working in Meanjin (Brisbane). Her practice is grounded in feminist art history, drawing inspiration from historically overlooked female artists and reimagining minimalist sculpture through a contemporary, gender-conscious lens. Kire uses the playful investigations of form, colour and space to respond to her surroundings and invites audience interaction within an installation environment.
Kire has completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours (Queensland College of Art, Griffith University, 2022) and has presented her work in spaces such as the Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts, Buxton Contemporary, Rockhampton Museum of Art, Brisbane Powerhouse, Metro Arts and Outer Space. In 2023 she was recognised as a finalist in the Fisher’s Ghost Art Award.
