A powerful new exhibition is coming to the Museum of Geraldton at the end of June, featuring work from two prominent Yamaji artists centring around the concept of “silence listening”.
The exhibition, which will open to the public on June 21 will showcase works from Yamaji artists — the late Uncle Dr Brian Dodd McKinnon and Charmaine Papertalk Green, alongside British-Australian artist George Criddle.
Curated by Bard, Jawi Aamba man Ron Bradfield Jr and Criddle, Silence Listening: A Midwest Truth Telling Exhibition confronts the colonial histories of Geraldton and Mullewa, shedding light on the violence endured in the region — stories long silenced by the dominant settler narrative.
A collaboration with Uncle Brian’s representatives, Aunty Jill McKinnon and Crystal McKinnon, the exhibition pays tribute to his life and legacy. It features paintings from his PhD collection I Used to Walk So Softly on This Land, alongside voice recordings of him reflecting on his art.
Newly commissioned pieces by Papertalk Green and Criddle will also be on display, including large-scale collaborative pieces reflecting on truth-telling and togetherness.
The exhibition is free to the general public and will run from June 21 until August 31.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are advised this exhibition may contain the images, names and stories of elders who have passed away. These have been used with permission.
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