Comes with the Territory is an exhibition of new work from Darwin artist Merran Sierakowski. The exhibition features small sculptures and woodblock prints with uniquely local (Northern Territory) themes. ‘The creatures depicted in this exhibition are an opinionated lot and express themselves loudly and often on subjects they may or may not know […]
Comes with the Territory is an exhibition of new work from Darwin artist Merran Sierakowski. The exhibition features small sculptures and woodblock prints with uniquely local (Northern Territory) themes.
‘The creatures depicted in this exhibition are an opinionated lot and express themselves loudly and often on subjects they may or may not know anything about. In a uniquely Territorian way they examine what means to be part of their community, part of the rest of Australia and part of the rest of the world.’ Merran Sierakowski 2012.
Merran Sierakowski has lived and worked in the Northern Territory since the 1980’s, exhibiting regularly in group shows in Australia and overseas. Merran is a prolific artist who consistently addresses social, political and environmental issues, human rights, cultural identity and sense of place. Her art consists of limited edition wood cut prints, sculpture and installations which are often ironic and whimsical. She uses a variety of techniques incorporating fabric, paper, metal, stone, wire, wood and found objects.
An exhibition of etchings and bark paintings by Naminapu Maymuru White and etchings by Heather Burness The confluence of freshwater and saltwater is important for the Yolngu people of east Arnhem Land. The ebb and flow between these waters shifts and changes through the cycle of seasons and tides. The meeting point is a fertile zone […]
An exhibition of etchings and bark paintings by Naminapu Maymuru White and etchings by Heather Burness
The confluence of freshwater and saltwater is important for the Yolngu people of east Arnhem Land. The ebb and flow between these waters shifts and changes through the cycle of seasons and tides. The meeting point is a fertile zone for plants and animals. It is also a phenonomon that symbolises the mediation of difference.
In this exhibition, Canberra based artist Heather Burness has worked with Yirrkala artist Naminapu Maymuru White both in Canberra and in eastern Arnhem Land. Through the exchange Heather taught Naminapu the intricacies of multi-plate colour etching and recently editioned a colour plate etching for Naminapu.
Manme Mayh: Gardens of the Stone Country explores the links between Indigenous cultural heritage, environment and aesthetic traditions of artists from the Stone Country of western Arnhem Land through food and plants (manme) and animals (mayh). The artists selected for this project represent a small and unique group of senior and emerging and artists […]
Manme Mayh: Gardens of the Stone Country explores the links between Indigenous cultural heritage, environment and aesthetic traditions of artists from the Stone Country of western Arnhem Land through food and plants (manme) and animals (mayh).
The artists selected for this project represent a small and unique group of senior and emerging and artists who are actively maintaining the distinctive practise associated with the traditions of rock art painting in western Arnhem Land and the knowledge it purveys. The artists are Kalarriya Jimmy Namarnyilk (dec), Don Namundja, Allan Nadjamerrek, Maralngurra (Maath) Nadjamerrek, Namarnyilk (Gavin) Nadjamerrek and Ray Nadjamerrek
The Stone Country of Western Arnhem Land also known as the plateau country adjoins Kakadu National Park. The rocky outcrops of the escarpment dominate the landscape while adjacent floodplains, permanent rivers and billabongs are abundant with life of countless species of animals and plants.
Manme Mayh: Gardens of the Stone Country focuses on the native plants and animals integral to the culture and traditions of the Kunwinjku speaking people. The exhibition highlights cultural associations the Kunwinjku people have with species that include the echidna, possum, fruit bats, the kangaroo, black wallaroo, rock-rat, Oenpelli python, water lilies, crocodiles, turtles, fishes, yams, and other plants that provide both food and tools.
Seven Sisters is a series of eight limited edition etchings celebrating the ancestry of the seven Yunupingu sisters from North-east Arnhem Land. The Seven Sisters is a creation story told in many parts of Australia. The story is based on the two constellations of stars known as the Pleiades and Orion. The Yunupingu Sisters are: Barrupu Yunupingu Dhopiya Yunupingu […]
Seven Sisters is a series of eight limited edition etchings celebrating the ancestry of the seven Yunupingu sisters from North-east Arnhem Land. The Seven Sisters is a creation story told in many parts of Australia. The story is based on the two constellations of stars known as the Pleiades and Orion.
The Yunupingu Sisters are:
Barrupu Yunupingu
Dhopiya Yunupingu
Dorothy Djakanngu Yunupingu
Gulumbu Yunupingu (dec)
Djerknngu Yunupingu
Nyapanyapa Yunupingu
Ranydjupi Yunupingu
Seven Sisters will be shown at the Ganyu (Star) Gallery, one of the highlights of the 2012 Darwin Festival, as Festival Park is transformed into a magical night-time gallery with no walls.
The Ganyu Gallery will also feature a new body of associated etchings that for the first time really emphasise the power of the marwat- hair brush which is one of NE Arnhem’s distinctive traits and strengths.
These new prints and fabrics from Merrepen Arts on the Daly River in Northern Territory are the result of print workshops held at the Art Centre in 2011 with Basil Hall Editions and Bobby Ruben. Merrepen artists are renowned for their stylised designs, which have traditional associations to the wetlands, plants and animals of the […]
These new prints and fabrics from Merrepen Arts on the Daly River in Northern Territory are the result of print workshops held at the Art Centre in 2011 with Basil Hall Editions and Bobby Ruben. Merrepen artists are renowned for their stylised designs, which have traditional associations to the wetlands, plants and animals of the Daly River region. The exhibition features new works by Aaron McTaggart, Christina Yambeing, Gracie Kumbi, Louise Pandella, Marita Sambono and bright young star, Kieren (Karritypul) McTaggart.
These beautiful new fabrics from Injalak Arts in Western Arnhem Land are the result of a screen printing workshop held at the Art Centre in 2011. Screen printing is an important part of art centre activities creating employment for artists and a alternate way to express traditional motifs. The designs were created by Injalak artists […]
These beautiful new fabrics from Injalak Arts in Western Arnhem Land are the result of a screen printing workshop held at the Art Centre in 2011. Screen printing is an important part of art centre activities creating employment for artists and a alternate way to express traditional motifs. The designs were created by Injalak artists under the direction of Tim Growcott.
This body of screen prints and etchings represents traditional connections Mangkaja artists have to the Kimberley region. Important sites and natural resources are depicted including many varieties of plant food. Mangkaja Arts is situated in Western Australia on the banks of the Fitzroy River.
This body of screen prints and etchings represents traditional connections Mangkaja artists have to the Kimberley region. Important sites and natural resources are depicted including many varieties of plant food. Mangkaja Arts is situated in Western Australia on the banks of the Fitzroy River.
Monotype prints, works on paper, paintings and sculpture by Ngaruwanajirri Artists, including Lorna Kantilla, Estelle Munkanome and Alfonso Puautjimi. Ngaruwanajirri Inc is located in Wurrumiyanga (Nguiu) on Bathurst Island. Ngaruwanajirri was established in 1994 to support local Tiwi artists with disabilities and to provide employment for people on the Tiwi Islands. Ngaruwanajirri is a Tiwi […]
Monotype prints, works on paper, paintings and sculpture by Ngaruwanajirri Artists, including Lorna Kantilla, Estelle Munkanome and Alfonso Puautjimi. Ngaruwanajirri Inc is located in Wurrumiyanga (Nguiu) on Bathurst Island.
Ngaruwanajirri was established in 1994 to support local Tiwi artists with disabilities and to provide employment for people on the Tiwi Islands. Ngaruwanajirri is a Tiwi word that means ‘helping one another’
An eclectic exhibition of animal sculptures by Aboriginal artists from across Australia. Bush Animals features more than 20 established and emerging Aboriginal artists who produce outstanding sculptural works depicting a variety of animals.
An eclectic exhibition of animal sculptures by Aboriginal artists from across Australia. Bush Animals features more than 20 established and emerging Aboriginal artists who produce outstanding sculptural works depicting a variety of animals.
Iwantja Arts and Crafts is located at Indulkana in Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Lands (APY lands) in the far north of South Australia. The Iwantja artists have a long association with wood block printing. People enjoy carving into wood because it is similar to marking wooden artifacts (punu). In this new body of work the Iwantja artists […]
Iwantja Arts and Crafts is located at Indulkana in Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Lands (APY lands) in the far north of South Australia.
The Iwantja artists have a long association with wood block printing. People enjoy carving into wood because it is similar to marking wooden artifacts (punu). In this new body of work the Iwantja artists have adapted traditional cultural values, images and stories into colourful carved imagery. The prints are the result of a workshop with Basil Hall in January 2012.
Waralungku Arts is located at Borroloola, a remote community on the McArthur River in the Northern Territory of Australia. It is set in an arresting landscape of rocky hills, cattle-grazed scrub, billabongs, and wide horizons. Waralungku artists have a unique style that depicts both the life and the history of the community, as well as […]
Waralungku Arts is located at Borroloola, a remote community on the McArthur River in the Northern Territory of Australia. It is set in an arresting landscape of rocky hills, cattle-grazed scrub, billabongs, and wide horizons. Waralungku artists have a unique style that depicts both the life and the history of the community, as well as the distinctive beauty of the surrounding landscape. The screenprints are the result of a workshop with Darwin artist Colin Holt in February 2012.
Northern Territory based artist Winsome Jobling is engaged in all aspects of paper making from historical and seasonal research to sourcing, harvesting and nurturing the fibre and plants. Each plant produces uniquely different qualities of paper. In her exhibition of new work titled Breathe, Jobling applies her knowledge of plants and papermaking to reflect […]
Northern Territory based artist Winsome Jobling is engaged in all aspects of paper making from historical and seasonal research to sourcing, harvesting and nurturing the fibre and plants. Each plant produces uniquely different qualities of paper.
In her exhibition of new work titled Breathe, Jobling applies her knowledge of plants and papermaking to reflect upon the cycles and re-cycling rhythms of the earth.
The air we breathe in is taken into the lungs, we inhale oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide. This exchange of gases is the respiratory system’s means of getting oxygen to the blood. Plants breathe in carbon dioxide, absorb energy and release oxygen through photosynthesis. The oceans and other waters are like life’s bloodstream conveying nutrients, heat and the elements, while the atmosphere protects, supplies and recycles. Life is interconnected on every level
This exhibition features Babbarra Designs renowned lino and screen printed fabric. The artists produce lino-tile designs and printed onto fabric with up to three layers of colour. Each piece of lino fabric is unique with varying tile and colour combinations. Lino-tiled fabric is printed in 2 & 3 metre lengths. Babbarra Designs […]
This exhibition features Babbarra Designs renowned lino and screen printed fabric.
The artists produce lino-tile designs and printed onto fabric with up to three layers of colour. Each piece of lino fabric is unique with varying tile and colour combinations. Lino-tiled fabric is printed in 2 & 3 metre lengths.
Babbarra Designs print fine silk-screened fabrics are produced from original artwork designed by the artists and printed onto a range of mediums including cotton, linen and silk.
Babbarra Designs is based at Maningrida in central Arnhem Land and operate out of the Babbarra Women’s Centre. The Maningrida region of central Arnhem Land is one of immense cultural and linguistic diversity. The work depicts the landscape, dreaming stories, spirit beings, bush foods and bush crafts from their country surrounding Maningrida. The variation in subject matter reflects the cultural identity of women from the different language groups.