Both Michael Riley and Lorraine Connelly-Northey are visionary Wiradjuri/Waradgerie artists of national significance.

This exhibition brings together new works and significant pieces from the artist’s oeuvre, demonstrating the range and creativity of these two Wiradjuri artists, one male and one female, one from the north and one from the south of Wiradjuri Country.

Born in Dubbo in northern Wiradjuri country, the late Michael Riley (1960-2004) is recognised as one of Australia’s most important landscape and portraiture photographers and filmmakers.

The works he created showcase his skill as a passionate and gifted photographer and filmmaker, encompassing portraiture, social documentary, photocollage as well as a number of conceptual and allegorical series.

Lorraine Connelly-Northey’s early inspiration for her art practice came from walking country of her childhood environments, the Mallee and Riverina, of Swan Hill, North-Western Victoria.

She continues to be inspired on Waradgerie (Wiradjuri) country creating innovative objects and installations out of found materials that relate to the history and culture of her people on southern Waradgerie country.

Through their varied mediums and techniques both artists depict Wiradjuri/Waradgerie identity, capturing the enduring sense of beauty amid decay that lies at its heart.

Together, these artists help sculpt our understanding of what it means to be Wiradjuri today.

Ngabindiyi dulmarra (measured pressure): Michael Riley and Lorraine Connelly-Northey will be launched at 11am on Saturday, November 10.

An opportunity to engage with artists, curators and elders through a panel discussion will follow. Bookings appreciated for catering purposes from those planning to attend, all are welcome.

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