Home with QAGOMA: Walkthrough gives insight into culture and significance of country

Respected Putch clan elder and Indigenous artist Mavis Ngallametta’s finest work will be on display at QAGOMA when doors reopen later this year.

Fraser Barton

May 06, 2020, updated May 08, 2020

Take a journey and discover the significance of country and place through spectacular artwork conceived by Mavis Ngallametta.

Join Katina Davidson – co-curator of the exhibition – in a walkthrough, as she provides insights into Ngallametta’s work.

Ngallametta’s work was renowned for its use of ochre and charcoal and depiction of vibrant landscapes. This walkthrough, which examines the inspiration behind some of Ngallametta’s art, is not to be missed.

Topics: Gallery of Modern Art, Mavis Ngallametta, QAGOMA, Queensland Art Gallery, virtual tours

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