'Hand me down' by Andrew Duong

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. 

Join a free public program

Join the artist for a free painting workshop inspired by the exhibition.

Free learning resource

Enjoy a free resource and colouring sheet to learn more about the themes and artworks in Tai's exhibition, developed for families and young people. Pick up your complimentary copies in the gallery or download the learning resource(PDF, 2MB) .

 

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.

(JPG, 181KB)

When

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

Location

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

Consider walking, cycling or using public transport options, leaving your car at home.

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Accessibility

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Cost

Free

Contact

Kingston Arts
(03) 9556 4440
visualarts@kingston.vic.gov.au

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