Today, La Biennale di Venezia announced the participation of Marlene Gilson and Naminapu Maymuru-White as part of Foreigners Everywhere – Stranieri Ovunque, curated by Adriano Pedrosa.
The two First Nations artists will present significant bodies of work, Saturday 20 April – Sunday 24 November, supported by Creative Australia investment.
Reclaiming history and overturning colonial narratives, Marlene Gilson is inspired by her Wathaurung heritage. Infusing her works with rich narratives and spiritual ties to her ancestral land in Victoria, Gilson’s art recontextualises history and showcase her deep connection to Country. Learn more.
Known for her historic role as one of the first Yolŋu women taught to paint miny’tji (sacred creation clan designs), Naminapu Maymuru-White fluid and unrestrained compositions showcase her as a highly unique and innovative figure in Yolŋu art. Learn more.
Gilson and Maymuru-White will join Archie Moore and Ellie Buttrose in Venice as the artist and curator commissioned by Creative Australia to exhibit at the Australia Pavilion. The title and themes of Archie’s work will be announced soon.
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