Fibre is a new exhibition at the First Nations Gallery Djaa Djuwima that highlights a stunning display of objects and art pieces made from different fibre materials.
First Nations creatives from the region blend traditional and non-traditional techniques, including cordage, coiling, traditional and contemporary weaving, and the storing and dyeing of plant materials to create unique fibre art pieces.
Bendigo Venues and Events First Nations Arts Officer and Curator Janet Bromley encouraged people to visit the unique exhibition.
“The free exhibition features an array of woven objects, recycled materials, possum skins, baskets, and wall hangings,” Ms Bromley said.
“Exhibitions like Fibre at Djaa Djuwima enrich our cultural experiences and help us to better understand, recognise and respect the oldest continuous living culture in the world.
“Community members and visitors to the region are welcome to attend the official exhibition opening at 5pm tonight, Thursday September 5.”
Djaa Djuwima provides a prominent platform to see Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, customs and stories not seen anywhere else, with each creative bringing their own unique style using traditional and contemporary methods.
A priority action in the Greater CREATIVE Bendigo Strategy was to address the underrepresentation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and their culture in Greater Bendigo.
Djaa Djuwima is located at the Bendigo Visitor Centre, 51-67 Pall Mall. Fibre is open daily (except Christmas Day) from 9am to 4.30pm until February 6, 2025.
Djaa Djuwima means to ‘show, share Country’ in Dja Dja Wurrung language and this gallery is a safe place for First Nations artists to explore cultural expression, identity, heritage and connection.
