25-29 May. Online regional arts market at panel discussions. Here Now & Always’ is an initiative of the Aboriginal Regional Arts Alliance.
It celebrates and showcases, Aboriginal Arts and Culture from New South Wales to a global audience through an annual program of activities and an online festival program and art market.
This digital platform will be a place where both presenters/artists and audiences/receivers will come together in appreciation of Aboriginal art and culture, inspiring artistic excellence, fostering education and creating meaningful partnerships.
Aboriginal artistry and connection to Country will come as a profound reminder and renewal where time meets tradition and innovation.
‘Here Now and Always’ fosters emerging artists while always honoring those who have come before and paved the way, recognising the many generations of Aboriginal people whose culture and spirit is built upon.
The Regional Arts Market will be held online 25th to 29th May 2023
Artists from the Central West featured are:
Amala Groom
Bev Coe
Brett Groves
Guubbaay
Irene Ridgeway
Jessica Ann Leffley
Mirree Bayliss
Nyree Reynolds
Ronda Sharpe
Teresa Yasserie
Warranha Ngumbaay
Art Market — Here Now and Always
Panels, talks and music
There is a fabulous line up of panel talks and showcases and the program can be accessed here >>>
https://www.herenowandalways.com/program
Panel Discussions:
Leveraging Professional Development for Regional Aboriginal Artists
First Nations Fashions
Regional First Nations Writers
First Nations Regional Music
Aboriginal Arts Officers from Regional NSW
Arts OutWest is a member of the NSW Aboriginal Regional Arts Alliance.