Darlinghurst, National Art School
The Forbes Street entrance of the The National Art School in the inner city suburb of Darlinghurst. This was originally the main entrance of Darlinghurst Gaol. The walls surrounding the prison were built by convicts between 1822 and 1824. The site was transferred to the New South Wales Department of Education in 1921, who adapted the buildings for use as the East Sydney Technical College and the National Art School. In 2005, the Technical and Further Education (TAFE) College moved off the site, leaving The National Art School as the sole occupant.
Nice! I know exactly where that is.
ReplyDeleteNo wonder it has very interesting architecture.
ReplyDeleteOld historic buildings always make for great photos!
Such an interesting history! I wonder how the students feel about it. Nonetheless, it seems once you've registered, there's no way out but graduation!
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Nice photo. The motorbike in front makes me want to jump on and ride off, lol.
ReplyDeleteYou are seeing some lovely sandstone buildings lately, Jim. Great pic.
ReplyDeleteDid you nip inside for a look see? It is a wonderful location for a photographer.
ReplyDeleteJulie, I do have something from inside that I will show tomorrow. I was in a rush that day and didn't have time to take many shots, so I have to go back sometime.
ReplyDeleteThere is certainly some interesting architecture in that area. You can certaintly see it used to be a gaol - no doubt the students think it still is.
ReplyDeleteWell, some students believe they're going to school in a prison. Love this shot!
ReplyDeleteYou know I have walked past there that often and never seen that perspective, it look imposing.
ReplyDeleteNo escaping school then?
ReplyDeleteGreat shot, Jim.
Hi, thank you for dropping by =D
ReplyDeleteOwh, I never been to Sydney before. Well, I can say that I never been to anywhere outside my country, Malaysia. Anyway, Sydney indeed have beautiful buildings and places. Looking at the college picture, remind me of my university's day. Check it out My Alma Mater UIAM - IIUM
You have some great building there. This one could tell some stories!
ReplyDeleteLove the way you showcase the old historic buildings.
ReplyDeleteI went to this college in 1985 when it was known as East Sydney TAFE. I loved it - such an inspiring place to study - I felt safe and secluded within those beautiful old walls. That pic of the round building used to be the library and the womens cell block was an exhibition space for the art students. they showed us the corner where the gallows used to be as well!! such an interesting place.
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