Tag: Indigenous

Which pub in the Rocks is the oldest? It's plagued with controversy. Wonder off the beaten path- delve into the history of the Rocks- the site of Australia's first European settlement. We'll explore our indigenous history- share with you the stories of murders- mysteries and convict history as we explore the laneways- pubs- and historical buildings.

Lilthai Dreaming is an exhibition of Indigenous Australian Art encompassing paintings- bark paintings- and ceramicsBibi Barba - Saltwater Women-Woka Woka- Dungutti- Cammeraygal- Gadigal- Yuin Nation 'Like many artists- my work tells a story. It's about my connection to family- to the land- where I was born- my struggles and triumphs.'Warnayaka Collection Warnayaka Art Centre is located in the community of Lajamanu- 580kms south west of Katherine- Northern Territory in the Tanami desert.The most important thing expressed by the artists across the generations is the need to preserve and pass on the knowledge of Warlpiri culture. This encompasses not only art- but includes language- social structure- law and country.Lorna Morgan Biddy Yulngarri Jurrah-LongRosie Murnku Mark TasmanMyra Patrick HerbertJudy MartinKitty Napanangka SimonElizabeth Nungarrayi RossBiddy Timms NapanangkaMolly Jinjingarli TasmanLily HargreavesThe safety of our visitors- artists- teachers- staff and volunteers is vital.We are observing strict physical distancing and hygiene measures to protect the health of visitors and staff and minimise the spread of Covid-19.These include enhanced cleaning regimes- social distancing and limits on the number of people in the gallery- sanitiser and hand washing facilities and changes to our class sizes.Don't visit if you're unwell or- if in the last 14 days- you have experienced cold or flu symptoms- have returned from overseas or have been to or had contact with someone from a Covid hotspot. Visitors are required to provide their name and contact details on arrival at the Gallery- to support contact tracing in line with NSW Health rules and our Covid-Safe plan.floor markings and signage to help visitors maintain safe distances.There are limits on the number of visitors overall and the Gallery space has its maximum capacity- based on the rule of 1 person per 4 square metres.Please don't touch the artworks.We are also available for private viewings of our exhibitions by prior arrangement.

Double Bridge Farm is a not for profit Indigenous organisation located in Port Macquarie on the Mid North Coast of NSW. The organisation facilitates an Indigenous Women's Sewing Group that comes together weekly to make the products we sell at the markets. The Indigenous Women's Sewing Group is supportive of each other and enhances the importance of health and well being within our community. The ladies in our group research items they would like to make and everyone assists in the process of making a product. The large choices of Aboriginal fabrics inspires the group to create and share their creative knowledge to the broader community.

Take your yoga equipment to the next level by shopping with our quick and stunning Indigenous design mats. We support Aboriginal artists in getting their designs out there and seen in day to day life. Jarin Street began by recognising the misuse of Aboriginal art and the industry's failure to protect the artists and Aboriginal designs- as well as a failure to highlight the artists themselves. It was also born out of wanting to create a pathway for all people to connect to Aboriginal artists and story through wellbeing in a way that was respectful and appropriately honours Aboriginal culture. We aim to provide ongoing ethical and sustainable support to the artists who contribute their work on your yoga mats and soon to come - ACTIVE WEAR. We encourage people of all walks of life to support Aboriginal artists and businesses through Jarin Street designs and products.

The First Nations of Australia were just that - firsts. The first explorers- the first farmers- the first caretakers of this nation. NAIDOC Week 2020- 'Always Was- Always Will Be'- honours the world's oldest continuous culture and The Rocks is celebrating with a cavalcade of events- indigenous art exhibitions- markets and cuisine from 8 to the 15 of November.

Saretta Fielding is an Aboriginal Artist from the Wonaruah Nation- born in Sydney- Australia. Saretta grew up the eldest of 6 siblings in a large close-knit extended family. Much of her work is influenced by family connection and reflective in style to many traditional sand engravings found throughout Wonaruah country. The highly textured pieces embody the age-old sandstone engraved artworks created by our ancestors and add a unique dimension to the works.In 2015 Saretta officially launched her art business full-time. Saretta Art and Design Pty Ltd is a multifaceted business- providing an extensive range of creative goods and services to a broad client base- including Government- Corporate- multinationals and commercially. Saretta works collaboratively- creating unique visual stories- flowing onto design application. Products include: Decor & fashion ranges. Services include fine arts- commissions- business branding & logos- interior and graphic design- event stylisation- public artwork- art consultancy and working alongside major building companies and architects for cultural artwork and community installations.In 2016 Saretta Art & Design established Malang Indigenous Corporation- a not for profit organisation- committed to seeing the Aboriginal community advance towards economic and social inclusion. Combining both Saretta's love of art and working within her community.

While there is still work to be done on improving design processes so that they centre the voices of Traditional Owners-...

Sabbia Gallery is pleased to present two beautiful new exhibitions of glass- part of Sydney Craft Week.Nick Mount: This Spring is a solo exhibition by one of Australia's foremost and internationally-acclaimed contemporary glass artists. Working in this medium since the mid-1970s it is always a pleasure to experience Nick's beautifully blown- cold-worked and assembled artworks.Ninuku Arts: New Work in Glass is a new venture for a group of Indigenous artists located in the furthest communities in the APY Lands of South Australia. Founded in 2006- the group have become known for their powerful colour palettes as well as the diversity of styles- techniques and mediums. This exhibition presents their move into translating their stories in glass.Join the exhibition opening Saturday 10 October- 11am - 4pmCraft Up Late- Tuesday 13 October- 5 - 8pmThis is a COVID-safe event as part of Sydney Craft Week 2020.

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