Heide Museum of Modern Art Hosts John Nixon Retrospective Exhibition
A retrospective exhibition at Heide Museum of Modern Art in Melbourne surveys the career of abstract artist John Nixon (1949–2020), known for his experimental approach and engagement with radical modernism. The show, running from 26 November 2025 to 9 March 2026, traces his evolution from minimal and conceptual works in the late 1960s and 1970s to later installations and expanded painting practices, highlighting his multidisciplinary work in music, film, and other media. This marks the first major overview of his artistic contributions.
Key facts
- John Nixon was an abstract artist active from 1968 to 2020
- The exhibition is held at Heide Museum of Modern Art in Melbourne
- It runs from 26 November 2025 to 9 March 2026
- This is the first major survey of Nixon's career
- Nixon worked across painting, experimental music, film, photography, printmaking, and theatre
Entities
Artists
- John Nixon
Institutions
- Heide Museum of Modern Art
- Anna Schwartz Gallery
Locations
- Melbourne