Artist in Conversation: Blak Douglas
11am Thurs 9 May 2019
Event Space
Join 2018 Archibald Prize nalist and artist Blak Douglas in conversation about his work and practice.
Blak Douglas Bio:
Born Adam Douglas Hill Blacktown (1970), Western Sydney to an Aboriginal Father/Australian Mother.
Originally trained in illustration & photography, observing a family of artisans, became self–practiced in painting with a style influenced by the study of Graphic Design & devoutly politicised per social justice. Works collected by AAMU (Utrecht), NGA, NMA, NMM, Town Hall Collection, Taipei Museum & Regional Councils.
A classically trained Yidaki (Didgeridoo) player. Performances include- Festival of the Dreaming, Australian Idol final, The Deadlys, Rugby World Cup opening ceremony, ‘Requiem’ Peter Sculthorpe & Inter/national tours (Musica Viva) and Paul Jarman Projects. Currently performing the informative ‘Adamriginal’ Show throughout Primary schools across the continent through Young Australia Workshops.