National Talk Black 130524
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have:
Aunty Lenora, Established Writer – apart of “Growing up Torres Strait Islander in Australia”, talking about the release of the book and the journey through creating it. What makes Zenadth Kes/Torres Strait unique? And what is it like to be a Torres Strait Islander in contemporary Australia? Growing Up Torres Strait Islander in Australia, showcases the distinct identity of Torres Strait Islanders through their diverse voices and journeys. Hear from other emerging and established writers from both today and the recent past, including Eddie Mabo, Thomas Mayo, Aaron Fa’Aoso, Jimi Bani, Ellie Gaffney and Jillian Boyd-Bowie. These and many more storytellers, mentors, traditional owners, doctors and teachers from the Torres Strait share their joy, culture, good eating, lessons learned and love of family, language and Country. You can find out more about the book and where to purchase it in the link below!
Tina Baum, Curator of “Ever Present: First Peoples Art of Australia”, talking about the national and international tour of the gallery. Ever Present is a survey of historical and contemporary works of art by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists from across Australia, this exhibition draws from the national collection and Wesfarmers Collection of Australian Art. Although Ever Present is a celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, it does not shy away from Australia’s complex histories. The works challenge stereotypes about First Nations people and what defines their art. Ever Present includes the work of over 170 artists as it considers seven overarching and interlinked themes: Ancestors + Creators; Country + Constellations; Community + Family; Culture + Ceremony; Trade + Influence; Resistance + Colonisation; and Innovation + Identity. Together the works underline the ever-present existence of our First Peoples. Ever Present: First Peoples Art of Australia is presented by the National Gallery of Australia and Wesfarmers Arts. To check out more information on dates and venues, click the link below!
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