Saturday 22 October 2022 from 2pm to 4pm
The Artists of the Barkly collective represents over fifty artists living in four remote communities from across the Barkly region: Tennant Creek, Wutunugurra (Epenarra), Owairtilla (Canteen Creek) and Kulumindini (Elliott).
Whilst sharing a remote, rugged landscape and an interest in Country, modern history and life in the Barkly, the artists from each community exhibit a distinctive style, producing a vast breadth in the variety of work made across the collective and demonstrating the profound influence of the art centre setting.
Art made in the Barkly is significant not just as a way of preserving culture, but also a means by which the community can come together, celebrate culture and Country and, not least, earn income. The work of the Artists of the Barkly reflects the remote, unforgiving desert landscape and harsh conditions, yet also portrays the charm and magical beauty of this region.