The relationship between the power of nature and the energy of ritual traditions is explored in these intensely personal artworks by Aboriginal artists living in remote Australia. Their vivid canvases evoke rain making rituals, ancestral narratives, the connection to stars and moon and how they feature in traditional land management practices.
EXHIBITION OPENING
Thursday, 4 July, 2019
6-8PM
FORM MEMBER PREVIEW
5.30-6PM
Bugai Whyoulter is an internationally acclaimed pujiman (desert-born) artist, from Kunawarritji (Well 33). In association with Martumili Artists, FORM presents Bugai, a solo exhibition of significant recent and historical works showing why Bugai’s artwork continues to resonate across cultures, generations and borders.
Internationally acclaimed creative education expert Paul Collard returns to Perth for a month-long residency this March, working closely with Perth’s young people, and sharing his knowledge with their parents, carers and educators. Hear Collard speak in a special address at the Scribblers Program Launch on Thursday, 1st March at The Goods Shed.
Multidisciplinary artist Pilar Mata Dupont established her practices in Western Australia before leaving to forge a formidable international career.
An immersive art installation by Bruce Munro will illuminate the Avenue of Honour at Mt Clarence later this year, paying homage to the Anzacs with 13,000 shining spheres marking the last sight of home for 41,000 troops who departed from Albany for the Great War.
Join UK thought-leader Bill Lucas and Paul Collard for a hands-on workshop, suitable for all educators
Builded Remnants is an exhibition by Berndnaut Smilde capturing moments of revelation throughout Western Australia. Exhibiting at The Goods Shed until 17 September 2017, Builded Remnants presents the outcomes of a residency throughout the State’s Pilbara, South West and metropolitan regions by the internationally celebrated Dutch artist in 2016.
The Goods Shed becomes an underwater wonder-world with this reef-themed installation knitted and crocheted by Indonesian installation artist Mulyana, whom FORM brings to Perth for his first Western Australian residency.
Is your child inquisitive, imaginative, persistent, disciplined and collaborative? These ‘good habits of mind’ are what FORM aims to encourage as part of our Creative Learning program: bespoke workshops for students of all
ages. In particular we look at the role of arts and culture in connecting people, community cohesiveness and giving people a sense of place and identity. We’re offering opportunities to explore the artworks of our exhibitons in ways which relate to the curriculum. Workshops are free but must be booked in advance. Please contact Lamis Sabra on learning@form.net.au for bookings, times and dates.