'Hand me down' by Andrew Duong

Next date: Friday, 04 September 2026 | 11:00 AM to 04:00 PM

A photo of part of a painting that depicts four people in wedding attire. From left to right a young child is in a white dress, a woman is in a red dress sitting, a man in dark suit is sitting, and another child is standing in a grey suit - who is the focus of the image, with other people obscured by the crop of this image.

Exhibiting a series of paintings exploring inherited items and their cultural significance through an Australian-Cambodian-Chinese lens.

Paintings reference stories of second-generation migrants and people born in the 90s, through a playful tone that speaks to values of sharing, appreciation and family.

The paintings reference personal hand me downs including the grey suit worn by three different cousins, the same 50 dollar note traded between siblings on birthdays and the CASIO watch from the father who is never late. The works give new life to these items, and recreates those that have been lost or passed on.

Through these pieces, anecdotes weave together traditions and practices shaped by childhood memory, tracing how they continue to inform present-day understandings of culture and self.

Image credits: Andrew Duong, Andrew in that grey suit (detail), 2024, acrylic on board. Courtesy the artist. 

About the artist

Andrew Duong is an artist based in Boonwurrung and Bunurong lands in Noble Park, whose work is driven by his perspective as a second-generation Cambodian. His work often pays homage to the family through past stories and their connection to current political issues.

Through a process of piecing together historical footage, mass media, photography, family anecdotes, and text, Andrew attempts to translate and connect stories through painting and installation.

Exhibition celebration

Join the artist for the exhibition celebration event at Kingston Arts Centre, Moorabbin, on Thursday 3 September from 6pm to 8 pm, including complimentary refreshments and nibbles.

RSVPs are appreciated and will open closer to the event. 

Join a free public program

Join the artist for a free public program associated with the exhibition at Kingston Arts Centre, Moorabbin. 

Check back again for further details and bookings. 

A photo of a painting that depicts six people in wedding attire. From left to right a young child is in a white dress, a woman is in a red dress sitting, a man in dark suit is sitting, and another child is standing in a grey suit. The bride and groom stand behind them all. All of their feet are touching a dark red carpet, with brown walls and light-coloured curtains in the background.

Andrew Duong, 'Andrew in that grey suit', 2024, acrylic on board.

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When

  • Friday, 04 September 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday, 05 September 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 09 September 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday, 10 September 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday, 11 September 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday, 12 September 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 16 September 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday, 17 September 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday, 18 September 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday, 19 September 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 23 September 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday, 24 September 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday, 25 September 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday, 26 September 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 30 September 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday, 01 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday, 02 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday, 03 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 07 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday, 08 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday, 09 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday, 10 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 14 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday, 15 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday, 16 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday, 17 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 21 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday, 22 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday, 23 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday, 24 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 28 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday, 29 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday, 30 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday, 31 October 2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Location

Kingston Arts Centre, 979 Nepean Highway, Moorabbin, 3189, View Map

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