Melbourne street artist gives back to indigenous communities
- Written by Victorian Government
Melbourne street artist Adnate, in collaboration with street art specialists Juddy Roller, is giving back to Australia’s indigenous people with his latest work, a hand finished giclée print on archival paper. The print was inspired by Adnate’s visit to Nitjpurru (also known as Pigeon Hole), a local indigenous community located in an isolated area of the central desert in the Northern Territory, Australia.
Here, Adnate experienced first-hand the ancient culture of Australia’s indigenous peoples, and the immense beauty of their land and the people of Nitjpurru. During his five night stay, Adnate was granted permission from the local Elders to photograph members of this ancient community.
The most powerful of the 1,000 images taken were painted two murals on buildings within the community and have since been featured in massive murals all over the world. Adnate hopes that this series is able to raise awareness of the Indigenous Australians and their struggle to survive in the modern world.
From Friday 24 July, a print version of these images will be available for purchase with all proceeds going directly to the local school of Nitjpurru.
For media enquiries, contact Shaun Hossack at Juddy Roller, +61 415 603 068, shaun@juddyroller.com.au
