Revealed Exhibition 2017: New & Emerging WA Aboriginal Artists

Victor Burton, Nyiirnkajarra, 2016, 46 x 61cm, acrylic on canvas, image courtesy of the arist and Spinifex Hill Studios, Port Hedland

Victor Burton, Nyiirnkajarra, 2016, 46 x 61cm, acrylic on canvas, image courtesy of the artist and Spinifex Hill Studios, Port Hedland

Two people view Aboriginal dot paintings at the Revealed Exhibition 2017 in Fremantle.

Cyril Whyoulter (Martumili Artists), 2016, acrylic on canvas, dimensions variable. Photography by Jessica Wyld

A decorative plate with stick figures and a tent design, part of the Revealed Exhibition 2017 in Fremantle.

Jan Griffiths (Waringarri Aboriginal Arts), Keeping Our Culture Strong, 2016, porcelain paper clay, hand painted, sprigged decorations, glazed, 2 x 42 x 42cm. Photography by Jessica Wyld

A visitor photographs miniature artworks displayed in a glass case at the Revealed Exhibition in Fremantle.

Jan Griffiths (Waringarri Aboriginal Arts), 2016, hand painted, glazed, dimensions variable. Photography by Jessica Wyld

Visitors view abstract art at the Revealed Exhibition 2017 featuring new and emerging WA Aboriginal artists at Walyalup

Clockwise from left: Dallas Fletcher (Yarliyil Art Centre), The Book – No 2 Aboriginal Reserve, 2016; Me, 2017; Gidgigarra – Two Three, 2016; all acrylic on cotton, dimensions variable. Photography by Jessica Wyld

Comic book style artworks depicting superheroes are displayed at the Revealed Exhibition 2017 in Fremantle.

Layne Dhu-Dickie (Spinifex Hill Artists), Captain Hedland (10 pages), 2017, texta on arches paper, 61 x 42cm. Photography by Jessica Wyld

Four artworks displayed on a white wall at the Revealed Exhibition 2017 in Fremantle.

Works left to right: Adina Newman (Spinifex Hill Artists), 2016, acrylic, glitter and lacquer on canvas, dimensions variable; Cynthia Burke (Maruku Arts & Crafts), Ngayuku Ngurra (Walka Boards Landscape), 2017, burnt etching on plywood, 40 x 30cm (4 panels). Photography by Jessica Wyld

Attendees view Aboriginal art and sculptures at the Revealed Exhibition 2017 in Fremantle.

Artists vary (Maruku Arts & Crafts), burnt etching on wood, dimensions variable. Photography by Jessica Wyld

Aboriginal artworks including paintings and spears are displayed on a white wall at the Revealed Exhibition 2017 in

Works left to right: artists vary (Maruku Arts & Crafts), dimensions variable; Dorothy Ward (Warakurna & Kayili Artists), Wati Kutjarra, 2016, acrylic on canvas, 100 x 76cm. Photography by Jessica Wyld

Visitors view Aboriginal art prints at the Revealed Exhibition 2017 in Fremantle.

Artists vary (Mowanjum Aboriginal Art & Cultural Centre), screenprint on Bfk Rives paper, dimensions variable. Photography by Jessica Wyld

Two pairs of ornately decorated shoes displayed on a white shelf at the Revealed Exhibition 2017 in Fremantle.

Works left to right: Toni Roe (AARTWORKS Development Program), Untitled – Footy Boots (Size US6), 2017; Untitled – Ladies High Heels, 2017; both acrylic on shoes, dimensions variable. Photography by Jessica Wyld

Attendees view Aboriginal art at the Revealed Exhibition 2017 launch in Fremantle.

Opening of Revealed Exhibition 2017. Photography by Jessica Wyld

Displayed artworks and sculptures at the Revealed Exhibition 2017 in Fremantle.

Works above centre & right: Sonya Edney & Jennifer Green (Yamaji Art), Sharing our Wildflower Country, 2015; Tracks on Wildflower Country, 2015; both acrylic on Belgian linen, dimensions variable. Work below: Judith Chambers (Tjanpi Desert Weavers), Wati nyinanyi (man sitting down), 2015, tjanpi (native minarri grasses), raffia, acrylic yarn, 83 x 50 x 75cm. Photography by Jessica Wyld

Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre displays woven animal sculptures and Aboriginal art during the Revealed Exhibition.

Roma Butler (Tjanpi Desert Weavers), Kamula tjukutjuka pikarti (camel calf angry one) & Kamula iti (baby camel), 2016, tjanpi (native minarri grasses), raffia, acrylic yarn, dimensions vary. Photography by Jessica Wyld

Three women stand in front of Aboriginal art at the Revealed Exhibition 2017 in Fremantle.

Artists Eileen Forrest and Deborah Yaddah pictured. Works from left to right: Aisha Oscar (Marnin Studio), Fabric Length, 2017, hemp and linen fabric, Permaset paint, 200 x 90cm; Eileen Forrest (Marnin Studio), Fabric Length, 2017, hemp and linen fabric, Permaset paint, 200 x 90cm; Deborah Yaddah (Marnin Studio), Fabric Length, 2017, hemp and linen fabric, Permaset paint, 200 x 90cm. Photography by Jessica Wyld

Two men look at vibrant Aboriginal dot paintings at the Revealed Exhibition 2017 in Fremantle.

Sheryl Green & Andrea Green-Ugle (Yamaji Art), The Wildflower View, 2015, acrylic on Belgian linen 92 x 92cm. Photography by Jessica Wyld

Attendees examine Aboriginal art and hanging ornaments at the Revealed Exhibition 2017 in Fremantle.

Deborah Yaddah (Marnin Studio), Boab Drop, 2017, acrylic paint on MDF board, string, fabric 180 x 16cm. Photography by Jessica Wyld

People browse stalls at the Revealed Market in Fremantle, showcasing Aboriginal art.

Revealed Aboriginal Art Market 2017. Photography by Jessica Wyld

Colourful woven animal sculptures and baskets displayed at the Revealed Exhibition 2017 in Fremantle.

Revealed Aboriginal Art Market 2017. Photography by Jessica Wyld

People browse Aboriginal artworks displayed on the ground at the Revealed Exhibition in Fremantle.

Revealed Aboriginal Art Market 2017. Photography by Jessica Wyld

A child looks at a stall displaying carved wooden animals at the Revealed Exhibition in Fremantle.

Revealed Aboriginal Art Market 2017. Photography by Jessica Wyld

People view Aboriginal art at the Revealed Exhibition market in Fremantle.

Revealed Aboriginal Art Market 2017. Photography by Jessica Wyld

A collection of vibrant Aboriginal artworks displayed outdoors, featuring dot paintings and abstract designs.

Revealed Aboriginal Art Market 2017. Photography by Jessica Wyld

Four Aboriginal women carve wooden objects on a blue tarp outside a heritage building in Fremantle.

Revealed Aboriginal Art Market 2017. Photography by Jessica Wyld

People browse Aboriginal art at the Revealed Exhibition market in Fremantle.

Revealed Aboriginal Art Market 2017. Photography by Jessica Wyld

Cost

Free

Location

North Wing

The Revealed Exhibition features works by more than 75 of the best new and emerging WA Aboriginal artists from all over the state, showcasing the diverse and vibrant state of contemporary Aboriginal art.

Featuring paintings, prints, wood carvings, photography, textiles, video, weaving and more, this enticing and sometimes surprising exhibition presents the work of artists from extremely remote areas alongside those from regional towns and metropolitan Perth.

All works in the exhibition are for sale.

Exhibiting Artists

Revealed 2017 Exhibition Artists

Read the exhibition catalogue

Revealed is an initiative of the WA State Government through the Department of Culture and the Arts; and the Australian Government through the Indigenous Visual Arts Industry Support program.