Ipswich in Spring 2024

I, object 17 August – 13 October I, object considers the many complex relationships Indigenous Australian artists continue to have with objects – from the histories informing their creation to the social and cultural consequences of their collection. The exhibition demonstrates the great pride and inspiration of inherited cultural practices and historical Indigenous objects, and reveals the difficulties posed by their collection and estrangement. A touring exhibition from QAGOMA. Kylie Hill: Jardibirri Nungarima Bukanyi – Standing Strong For the future Open until 27 October Kylie Hill’s first solo exhibition will be a reflection on the importance of leaving a cultural legacy to next generations. As a proud Aboriginal woman from the Kalkadoon and Waanyi from Mount Isa and far North Queensland, and from Quandamooka Country on North Stradbroke Island, Hill has been an important part of the Ipswich community for 40 years.

Photo credit: Kylie Hill, Nungarima (When two become one) 2024, acrylic on canvas. Image courtesy of the artist.

Photo credit: Michael Boiyool Anning / Yidinyji people / Australia QLD b.1955 / Rainforest shield (hand-held fish net design) and sword 2000–01 / Shield: natural pigments on softwood (Alstonia scholaris or Argyrodendron perlatum); sword: natural pigments on hardwood (Xanthostemon whitei), beeswax and resin with bush string / Shield: 102 x 41 x 6cm; sword: 130 x 14 x 3.5cm / Purchased 2001. Queensland Art Gallery Foundation Grant / Collection: Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art / © Michael Boiyool Anning.

What’s on: Ipswichartgallery.qld.gov.au