Burrinja Presents Sunset Sessions | Western Desert Art
Event info
| Date: | January 17, 2025 |
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| Time: | 6:00 pm |
| Event: | https://www.facebook.com/events/s/sunset-sessions-2025-western-d |
Details
Location: Burrinja, Upwey.
Venue: Burrinja Gallery.
Immerse yourself in an inspiring evening celebrating the culture and creativity of the Western Desert. Enjoy a unique blend of music, art, and storytelling.
Event Highlights
Live Music Performance by Ash Dargan
Ash Dargan, a Larrakia artist, cultural educator, and Yidaki master from Darwin, has been captivating audiences worldwide with his unique fusion of Indigenous Australian instrumental music since 1996.
Artist Talk & Book Signing – Lia Hills
Local author Lia Hills shares her experiences engaging with Aboriginal communities while writing The Crying Place (Arrernte and Pitjantjatjara Country) and The Desert Knows Her Name (Wotjobaluk Country).
Art Workshop with Tatiana Zaslavskaia
Tatiana, originally from Moscow, is now a batik artist in the Dandenong Ranges. Drawing on her Russian and European art roots, she celebrates Australian nature in her silk paintings. Join her for a live demonstration and try this ancient technique.
Curator Talk with JD Mittmann
Burrinja’s Curator will explore the significance of Western Desert Art and share insights into the Three Echoes Exhibition.
Celebrate the richness of Western Desert culture through music, art, and conversation in this unforgettable evening.
