Carly Tarkari Dodd, Harper Necklace, 2024, Raffia and ribbon Photographer: Connor Patterson
Carly Tarkari Dodd, Harper Dodd, James Tylor, Sam Mapu Selleck-Tylor, Damien Shen, Kalani Shen
Watch and Listen embodies the continuation of cultural knowledge through art, capturing the essential role of passing down traditions to our young ones, who are naturally curious, observant, and eager to learn. This exhibition underscores the importance of fostering self-determination in the next generation, empowering them to understand who they are and where they come from.
Featuring three unique collaborations father and daughter, father and son, and aunty and niece, the artists have woven their connections into works that span painting, weaving, and carving. Each piece symbolises the beginning of these young people’s journeys into their culture, opening a space for them to explore and define their identities. Watch and Listen invites us to witness the flow of knowledge from one generation to the next, honouring the strength and resilience found in these familial bonds.
