It was the best of times, it was the worst of times

Melbourne : Centre for Contemporary Photography, 2021. Octavo, illustrated gatefold wrappers, unpaginated, approx. 200 pp., illustrated. A fine copy, as new. Scarce.

‘Spanning close to 200 pages, this landmark publication sits alongside Maddison’s exhibition as a key survey of her social documentary practice from 1976 to the current day. Covering key periods within Maddison’s extensive oeuvre, this publication features contextualising essays by a number of significant Australian writers and cultural figures, featuring Helen Ennis: Emeritus Professor, ANU School of Art & Design, Canberra; Robin Laurie: performer, film-maker, director, dramaturg and writer; Shaune Lakin: Head Curator of International Art at the National Gallery of Australia, Canberra; Dr Kyla McFarlane: Senior Academic Programs Curator in Museums and Collections at the University of Melbourne; & Natalie Thomas: Melbourne based artist and writer. Designed by The Company You Keep. Created with the support of the Gordon Darling Foundation.’ – the publisher