Renowned for his iconic photographic works featuring Weimaraners in contemporary and historical compositions, costumes and poses, William Wegman is the subject of a major solo exhibition at National Gallery of Victoria. Presented by the NGV and the Foundation for the Exhibition of Photography until 17 March 2019, William Wegman: Being Human is the artist’s first major exhibition in Australia and will survey more than 30 years of Wegman’s prolific career.

Since 1970, Wegman’s work has centred on photographing his pet Weimaraners, including Man Ray, Fay Ray, their various offspring, relatives and companions. Being Human explores Wegman’s rich archive in depth, it features 100 works, chosen in close collaboration with the artist, and includes fifty photographs which are being shown publicly for the first time.

Image: William Wegman, Constructivism, 2014 pigment print. Collection of the artist.