National Archives of Australia
Strike a Pose ... with Lee Lin Chin
In 2008 the National Archives created the touring exhibition Strike a Pose, with guest curator Lee Lin Chin. Australian style of the 1960s and 70s is explored through the eyes of government photographers during a period of cultural and social change.
A sample of photographs from Strike a Pose are showcased here, along with commentary by Lee Lin Chin. View the tour schedule. Click on an image to view the enlargement.
Latest winter wool fashions, 1968
Shades of pink on a sunny winter's day
Wool fashions for tweens, 1971
Young, trendy and decadent, 1971
A striking campaign, 1971–72
All set for a night out, 1970
Off to a jazz festival in cut-offs
A classic image, 1968
Drawing a crowd, 1970
Larrikin race goers, 1974
Bold, colourful and geometric, 1972
Pierre Cardin fashion, 1967
Choosing garments for a shoot, 1971
Inspired by the moon landing, 1969
'Granny' dresses, 1975
Miniskirts still popular, 1972
Millinery in Melbourne, 1967
'Oggi' boutique, 1969
