COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT : FITZROY VALLEY: NEW ARTWORKS FROM FITZROY VALLEY

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT : FITZROY VALLEY, NEW ARTWORKS FROM FITZROY VALLEY
Located in the Kimberley, Western Australia, Fitzroy Crossing is fresh water country, sitting between the river and the desert. The artists from the region have varied backgrounds and a unique position in the Kimberley both culturally and environmentally. They have a shared land, history and culture, however the diversity of the creative community is unique. Artists who have been painting stories for 30 years about country and culture sit side by side with young creatives, who are exploring modern art practices in new and exciting ways. The result is a heady mix of traditional culture, renderings of station life, a strong connection to colour, uninhibited style and innovative personal stories. The artists from Fitzroy Crossing continue to push boundaries and explore new mediums and styles with great success and aplomb.

Recent exhibitions showcase contemporary artwork that incorporates modern mediums and found objects establishing the community as highly sought after innovators. The strong visual culture developed in Fitzroy Crossing has supported a large number of important artists who have contributed to Australian Art and the success of the Australian Aboriginal Art movement. We are excited to bring you new artworks from our stockroom.