Boxcopy was one of Meanjin/Brisbane's longest running ARIs. Between 2007 and 2020, it was dedicated to presenting experimental and emerging art, supporting the development of Queensland artists including Sam Cranstoun, Archie Moore, and Elizabeth Willing.

In 2019, Boxcopy held a series of experimental music events titled Sound Offering. Artists in Boxcopy's exhibition program were invited to create a sound performance, each recorded and produced into an edition of twenty-five lathe-cut records. These records were never released. Five years on, they've been rediscovered. To celebrate, we're holding a belated launch, with a panel discussion from past Boxcopy directors and the artists involved.

Sound Offering features contributions from: Rachael Archibald and friends, James Barth and Spencer Harvie, Leif Gifford, Libby Harward and Joseph Burgess, Michael Louttit, Callum McGrath, Amelia McLeish, Orthotyp-A, Phantom Chips, Isha Ram Das, and Alexandra Spence.

Join us to get your hands on these six unique records of Brisbane experimental sound, and hear about the vibrant ARI scene that Boxcopy was an instrumental part of. Special discounts apply on the day.

Accessibility

We are committed to making the IMA accessible to people of all abilities, their families, and carers, as well as visitors of different ages and different backgrounds.

The gallery entrance is on the ground floor of the Judith Wright Arts Centre, on Berwick Street. There is wheelchair access and an accessible toilet with baby changing facilities also located on the ground floor, and we welcome guide and support dogs.

If you plan to attend this event and have specific support needs we can accommodate, please contact engagement@ima.org.au, call (07) 3252 5750, or ask our friendly staff on-site. Read our full access information for visitors here.⁠

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