Aretha Brown is a young, queer, Blak artist. Her multidisciplinary practice is grounded in truth-telling and celebrates First Nations history, knowledge and empowerment. In 2019, Brown founded the **Kiss My Art Collective that champions young women and non-binary artists to create large-scale public murals. To date, **Kiss My Art Collective has completed more than 65 murals throughout Australia and internationally. Brown is also recognised for her graphic imagery and merchandise range including DECOLONISE YOUR SELF! Conversation Cards For The Thoughtful Ally that seek to foster awareness and real change through conversation and self- Reflection. Brown’s work is featured in the 5th National Indigenous Art Triennial: After the Rain, which opens at the National Gallery of Australia in December.

Works of art discussed:

1. Yhonnie Scarce, Kokatha/Nukunu/Mirning peoples, Glass Bomb (Blue Danube) Series I 2015, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra, purchased 2016, © Courtesy of the artist & THIS IS NO FANTASY
2. Reg Mombassa, Mambo Graphics, More a part of the landscape than a pair of trousers c 1985, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra, gift of Mambo Graphics, Sydney 1989, © Reg Mombassa
3. Tony Albert, Girramay/Yidinji/Kuku-Yalanji peoples, and Vincent Namatjira, Western Aranda people, Australia's most wanted 2018, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra, purchased 2019, © Tony Albert/Copyright Agency
4. Diego Rivera, Sueño 1932, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra

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Dylan Mooney shares stories of resilience, connection and love in his highly colourful and decorated portraits of First Nations peoples. Legally blind, Mooney works primarily with digital technology, backlit screens enable him to create complex images that can be reproduced on paper, canvas or multi-story buildings. His images are informed by community stories, current affairs and share a deep optimism and pride. An early career artist, Mooney’s works are held in public collections and have been widely exhibited and illustrated, including on the cover of Rolling Stone Australia magazine. Mooney’s work is featured in the 5th National Indigenous Art Triennial: After the Rain, which opens at the National Gallery of Australia in December.

Works of art discussed:

1. Kaylene Whiskey, Yankunytjatjara people, Visitors to Iwantja Arts 2022, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra, purchased 2023, © Kaylene Whiskey/ Copyright Agency
2. Mirdidingkingathi Juwarnda Sally Gabori, Kaiadilt people, Outside Dibirdibi 2008, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra, acquired with the Founding Donors 2009 Fund, © Mirdidingkingathi Juwarnda (Sally Gabori)/Copyright Agency
3. Ken Thaiday Snr., Meriam Mer people, Whoumerr, frigate bird; dance mask 1991, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra
4. Kara Walker, Testimony: Narrative of a Negress Burdened by Good Intentions 2004, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra, purchased 2021, © Kara Walker

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Thea Anamara Perkins’ paintings are imbued with strength, warmth and quiet determination. Family members and the artist’s Arrernte homeland are recurring subjects, often drawn from Perkin’s familial archives that include prominent fighters for social justice and First Peoples’ rights. An early career artist, Perkins has exhibited since 2018, and her paintings are held in numerous public collections including the National Portrait Gallery. Perkins’ work is featured in the 5th National Indigenous Art Triennial: After the Rain, which opens at the National Gallery of Australia in December.

Works of art discussed:

1. Gordon Bennett, Poet 1994, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra, acquired 1995, Gordon Darling Australasian Print Fund 1995, © The Estate of Gordon Bennett
2. Michael Riley, Untitled from the series Sacrifice [palms with stigmata]1992-93, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra, purchased with the assistance of the KODAK (Australasia) PTY LTD Fund 1993, Reproduced courtesy of the Michael Riley Foundation/Copyright Agency
3. Emily Kam Kngwarray, Anmatyerr people, Alhalker - my Country1992, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra, acquired 2022
4. Emily Kam Kngwarray, Anmatyerr people, Untitled (batik) 1981, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra, purchased in 2023 in celebration of the National Gallery of Australia's 40th anniversary 2022, © Emily Kam Kngwarray/Copyright Agency

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5th National Indigenous Art Triennial: After the Rain exhibition identity by Aretha Brown

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