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I was once a Skywhale sceptic. Now I'm a true believer

David Pope pays tribute in his newest print.

The Canberra Times · Aug 23

‘They become part of people’s identity’: how Australia fell in love with the Skywhales

Patricia Piccinini’s bulbous creation first took flight in 2013, and was joined by a partner in 2021. They have inspired tattoos, crafts and wedding vows – and they are coming to a region near you

The Guardian - AU · Mar 16

The opening of Melbourne’s Metro Tunnel has turned me into a shameless train ambassador

After eight years, $15bn and endless disruptions, seeing people flood the new platforms feels like a true reopening of the city

The Guardian - AU · Dec 1, 2025

Fairy Tales at QAGOMA: how we revived these stories with new myths, new media and new quirks

Fairy Tales, the latest exhibition at Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA), gives off the pleasurable hum of remix culture, artists riffing on a core theme in numerous ways.

The Conversation · Dec 11, 2023

From Jim Henson to Patricia Piccinini: Brisbane’s Fairy Tales exhibition is spooky, perverse and delightful

Queensland’s Gallery of Modern Art’s summer blockbuster harks back to the eldritch roots of classic folk tales – so think twice about taking the kids

The Guardian - AU · Dec 5, 2023

Ten years of Skywhale: Hindenboob, or beautiful beast?

It's 10 years since the unveiling of Skywhale, our centenary artwork, and it's safe to say she's well and truly ours.

The Canberra Times · Mar 10, 2023

Skywhale and Skywhalepapa say 'Happy Birthday'

The two controversial balloon sculptures show off to early-morning Canberra

The Canberra Times · Nov 25, 2022

National Portrait Gallery's latest exhibition set to redefine portraiture

Think a sculpture of two scooters isn't a portrait? Think again.

The Canberra Times · Sep 30, 2022

RIP: Skywhale The Flying Titty Balloon Developed A Tear In Her Breast Before Lift-Off

Breast in peace.

Pedestrian.tv · Jul 11, 2022

Skywhale grounded after Ballarat winds rip ‘quite big’ gash in balloon sculpture

Artist Patricia Piccinini says she is in ‘absolute shock’, while National Gallery of Australia says a dedicated team is working to repair damage

The Guardian - AU · Jul 11, 2022