Exhibition: 'Ngukurr - Artists of the Rock Country'

Published by: Mitchell Fine Art | 17-May-2022
An exhibition of vibrant, colourful paintings by some of the foremost Aboriginal artists from the remote Northern Territory community of Ngukurr is showing at Mitchell Fine Art in Fortitude Valley from May 31st.
Venue: Mitchell Fine Art
Address: 86 Arthur St Fortitude Valley
Date: May 31st - June 18th 2022
Time: 10:00am - 5:30pm
Ticket: Free
Web: https://www.mitchellfineartgallery.com/art-exhibitions/upcoming-exhibitions/ngukurr-artists-of-the-rock-country-aboriginal-art
EMail: assistant@mitchellfineartgallery.com
Call: 32542297
Bursting onto the national art scene in 1987, their artwork was considered some of the most innovative and groundbreaking work to be produced in the history of Aboriginal art. The antithesis of what was thought to be traditional art, these enigmatic bold paintings garnered immediate attention.

With its use of strong colours and the exceptionally individualized compositions, the art of the Roper River region is known for its dynamic approach to Aboriginal art practice. The exceedingly contemporary depictions of country, flora, fauna, and iconography is nonetheless very much embedded in culture, lore, and tradition.

The artists in this exhibition were the leaders in the development of a style of art for which this area has received international acclaim and recognition. Artists featured include Angelina George, Barney Ellaga and Gertie Huddleston, all of whom are now deceased.

The exhibition is showing from Tuesday 31st May to Saturday 18th June 2022. A Director’s Talk will be held on Saturday 4th June at 11am. This is free event and rsvp’s are not required.

Mitchell Fine Art is located at 86 Arthur St in Fortitude Valley Brisbane. The gallery is open 6 days a week: Monday to Friday 10am - 5.30pm and Saturday 10am – 5pm, and free onsite parking is available.

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For more information please contact (07) 3254 2297 or email: admin@mitchellfineartgallery.com.

To view the exhibition online visit www.mitchellfineartgallery.com

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