A message from parliament
“Home flown is an exhibition featuring tailored paintings by Blak Douglas […]
The pieces respond to the ongoing debate surrounding perceptions of ‘Aboriginal Art,’ confronting the default expectation for works to be “identifiably Aboriginal.”
The artist draws inspiration from the struggles of contemporary First Nations practitioners, especially those working in urban and multi-disciplinary contexts, who challenge traditional templates and strive for authentic self-expression.

The exhibition traces Douglas’s journey, including pivotal experiences with renowned Papunya Tula painters, the grandfathers of dot painting, and observations of artistic norms within his community. It highlights the persistence of conventional styles and the challenges faced by artists breaking away from them. […]”

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