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Kew Y Ahn Gallery

Locality: Hartley, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6355 2117

Address: Farmers Inn, Old Bathurst Road 2790 Hartley, NSW, Australia

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25.01.2022 Sharing a workshop opportunity.

25.01.2022 Arts OutWest Micro Grants NOW OPEN Arts OutWest is offering a few quick turn-around micro-grants to assist arts based individuals and organisations in our region during the Covid-19 crisis. CLOSES 30 APRIL 2020.... https://artsoutwest.org.au/arts-outwest-micro-grants/ Image: Installation at FLOW Gallery at Forbes River Arts Festival 2019. Photo: Steven Cavanagh/ Arts OutWest

24.01.2022 An opportunity for artists

24.01.2022 Sharing another opportunity

24.01.2022 Do we need a National Aboriginal Theatre? Theres been a lot of talk about the need for an institution dedicated to First Nations performing arts. Carissa Lee argues that such an institution could segregate our culture and support the doom narratives of the past. Ahead of the 2019 federal election, Opposition arts spokesman Tony Burke said that a National Theatre for Indigenous Drama would be established under a Labor government.... Burkes declaration is a lovely thought, but problematic for a couple of reasons. Firstly, Burke makes this statement of the country needing to see who we are and how we fit, as if we havent already been trying for decades with numerous First Nations theatre companies, and the answer is a government-funded national one. Its also concerning that it gives the impression that this National First Nations theatre would be making theatre for white people, which although is valid in some ways, isnt the entire reason why we make theatre. We need to see representations of our stories on stages, too. Having non-Indigenous viewership certainly means a wider-spread audience, but these productions and stories being told arent always about that. Full story here: https://performing.artshub.com.au//telling-theatre-stories Image: Blackfella story telling: Ursula Yovich and Elaine Crombie in Barbara and the Camp Dogs at Malthouse Theatre; image Pia Johnson.

24.01.2022 Bathurst based Wiradjuri artist Amala Groom in the running for prestigious first nations art award.

23.01.2022 Contact Hailee Provest if youd like to have a stall to sell your work: 0439 112 058.

22.01.2022 Always was. Always will be. #NAIDOCWeek

21.01.2022 Dubbo Regional Council has launched a major new public art competition, open to First Nation Artists. Indigenous artists from across Australia are being invited to apply for one of the country’s largest art competitions, as part of Dubbo Regional Council’s (DRC’s) $13 million Destination Dubbo: International Ready project. The competition is in search of an artist to create an Indigenous artwork that can be transformed into a kinetic art piece. he expressions of interest wil...l close at 5pm on Monday 31 January, 2021 https://www.dubbo.nsw.gov.au//nation-wide-indigenous-art-c

21.01.2022 MEDIA RELEASE: 17 January 2020. Women Weavers Share Knowledge and Stories on the Lachlan. Women with a passion for reviving Aboriginal cultural practices gathered at The Corridor Project located near Wyangala Dam recently for a weekend of sharing and learning!...Continue reading

19.01.2022 Celebrate Always Was, Always Will Be. Enter the NAIDOC 2020 poster competition, or nominating for a National NAIDOC award. The NAIDOC 2020 theme - Always Was, Always Will Be - recognises and celebrates that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. NAIDOC 2020 invites all Australians to embrace the ancient history of this country a history which dates back thousands of generations.... The annual NAIDOC poster competition has been a defining feature of NAIDOC celebrations. Not only does the chosen artist receive a $10,000 cash prize, and tickets to the National NAIDOC Awards ceremony, but the chosen poster will be seen across the country, going into the archives of NAIDOC history. The National NAIDOC Committee invites all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists aged 13 years or older to apply with their artwork. The artwork must draw inspiration from the 2020 theme Always Was, Always Will Be. The National NAIDOC Committee also invites nominations for individuals and groups for the 2020 National NAIDOC Awards. The awards cover ten categories: Apprentice of the Year, Artist of the Year, Caring for Country Award, Elder of the Year (Male), Elder of the Year (Female), Lifetime Achievement Award, Person of the Year, Scholar of the Year, Sportsperson of the Year, and Youth of the Year. As the oldest national Indigenous Awards, the National NAIDOC Awards have honoured the significant and outstanding contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people since the early 1980s. Almost 300 achievers have been awarded coveted National NAIDOC Awards for their work at the international, national or community level. Poster competition close: 5:00pm (AEDT), Monday 3 February 2020 https://www.naidoc.org.au//national-naidoc-poster-competit Award nominations close: 5:00pm (AEDT), Monday 23 March 2020 https://www.naidoc.org.au/awards/nominations

19.01.2022 Heres the Central West NSW Aboriginal cultural events listed at Arts OutWests online Whats On for the coming couple of months. Do you have anything to add? Email [email protected] to get events listed (for free). https://artsoutwest.org.au/whats-on/

18.01.2022 Have your say on Arts OutWests future, including our work in Aboriginal Arts Development. We want to know what you think, need and value. Gather your thoughts about your and your communitys arts and cultural needs and fill in our short survey.*... *If youre in or connect with the local government areas of Bathurst Region, Blayney, Cabonne, Cowra, Forbes, Lachlan, Lithgow, Oberon, Orange, Parkes or Weddin. Your contribution is so very valuable to us. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NW5HPPZ

18.01.2022 NSW Aboriginal Land Council Small Regional Grants Program 2020 NSWALCs Small Regional Grants program will make available grants of up to $1,000 (one thousand dollars) for a range of activities. These include: * Assisting Aboriginal people to participate in arts, crafts and ... sporting activities; * Maintaining the contemporary and cultural life of an Aboriginal community; * Promoting understanding of Aboriginal culture; * Supporting personal development opportunities for Aboriginal people and * Supporting the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people in NSW. http://alc.org.au//nsw-aboriginal-land-council-small-regio

18.01.2022 MEDIA RELEASE: Boundless Indigenous Writers Mentorship APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Monday 25 November 2019 Text Publishing and Writing NSW are proud to announce the 2020 Boundless Indigenous Writers Mentorship. ... The mentorship was established in 2019 to discover and nurture a powerful new Indigenous voice in Australian literature. The mentorship was welcomed by the Indigenous writing community and submissions were received from all over the country. Cathy Craigie, founding Director of the First Nations Australia Writers Network, states: Mentorships are an important link in First Nations writing. Either through informal or formal structures, writers gain skills and knowledge of their craft but also of the industry. For First Nations writers, mentoring by their peers can bring literary knowledge but also a cultural perspective in keeping our stories strong without losing the essence of the story. This joint initiative will provide a year-long structured mentorship to an unpublished Indigenous writer who has made substantial progress on a manuscript of fiction or nonfiction. The recipient of the Mentorship will be paired with a senior Indigenous writer working in the same genre, providing feedback on their manuscript and professional advice. The successful applicant will also receive professional development from Text Publishing and Writing NSW. Recipient of the inaugural Boundless Indigenous Writers Mentorship, Allanah Hunt says of her experience: Receiving the Boundless mentorship has not only made my novel a better one, but has made me a better writer overall. This mentorship has been priceless in terms of experience and growth. My biggest thanks to Text Publishing, Writing NSW and Tara June Winch for this wonderful opportunity that has lived up to everything I hoped it would be and more! I cannot wait to continue my writing career with the new knowledge Ive been so generously given . The Boundless Indigenous Writers Mentorship is open now and will close on Monday 25 November 2019. It will be judged by multi-award-winning Wiradjuri author Tara June Winch, alongside representatives from Text Publishing and Writing NSW. Tara June Winch states: The opportunity to work with a master is not only significant for the emerging writer, but also for the mentoring author. The process they undergo is as old and sacred as our culture, the handing down of the skills and tools needed to one d ay be passed down again and again. Being able to teach and to learn in such a close and guided fellowship is a once in a career moment. We are looking for the next generation of our greatest storytellers. The Boundless Indigenous Writers Mentorship is an outcome of Boundless the festival of Indigenous and culturally diverse writers: Saturday 26 October 2019, Bankstown Arts Centre. For more information on the Boundless Indigenous Writers Mentorship go to https://writingnsw.org.au Media Enquires: Sarah Mott | [email protected]

18.01.2022 Always feel free to ask about work sold through our gallery. All work is by Central West NSW based Aboriginal artists. All proceeds from sales go directly back to the artists. Artists do not pay any fees to exhibit in the gallery. Kew-Y-Ahn Aboriginal Gallery will reopen soon.

17.01.2022 From Create NSW - THIS THURSDAY NSW Aboriginal Arts and Cultural Exchange webinar series, where they talk to Aboriginal leaders from the legal and business sectors about their work, and the support and advice that they can provide to NSW Aboriginal artists and organisations. About the panellists Charisma Cubillo... Charisma Cubillo is a Larrakia woman, born in Sydney with family in the Northern Territory. She is a solicitor at Terri Janke and Company and provides advice to Indigenous businesses on developing strategies for managing their intellectual property. Pauline Clague Pauline is the Jeton / Business Advisor at Creative Plus Business. She is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and a Yaegl woman. She is also an Associate Professor and Manager of the Jumbunna Institute for Indigenous Research at UTS Sydney. Closed captioning can be provided. This webinar will be recorded and the recording will be published online shortly after. Registration and details below. Time: Thursday 30 April

17.01.2022 The most enormous congratulations to central west artist Scott Sauce Towney whose artwork of a Wiradjuri constellation now features on this exclusive collectible coin from the Australian mint. Take a look. Impressive.

16.01.2022 Chosen - keeping culture strong First Nations individuals, groups and organisations are invited to apply for the Chosen program in 2020 - to share arts and cultural practice with the next generation through mentorship and learning. Closing date: 2 December 2019 Project start date: 1 May 2020... Amount: up to $50,000 Chosen engages artists and communities to determine program design, delivery and evaluation to ensure the successful intergenerational transfer of arts and culture knowledge from older to younger generations. This is an opportunity for First Nations communities, elders and senior artists to identify areas for younger people to be skilled through models that are appropriate to the project. The goal is to ensure the passing on of artistic and cultural knowledge from older generations through to younger generations. Find out more and apply now: https://www.australiacouncil.gov.au//funding-index/chosen/

16.01.2022 Are you an Aboriginal artist making work you'd like to sell? Talk to us.

16.01.2022 Charles Sturt in Bathurst is hosting 25 prospective students this week for a five-day program designed to help Indigenous students prepare to study at university. Charles Sturts Indigenous Access Program in Bathurst this week will enable 25 prospective Indigenous students to experience university life. The IAP in Bathurst is on from Monday 3 to Friday 7 February at the Charles Sturt campus. ... The five-day program is designed to prepare students for university and consists of a number of academic, social and cultural activities. The free program provides successful students with guaranteed entry into a range of Charles Sturts bachelors degrees. Charles Sturt University in Bathurst has welcomed 25 prospective Indigenous students this week for a five-day program that enables students to get a taste of university life. The Indigenous Access Program (IAP) is a free program designed to prepare prospective Indigenous students to study at university. During the program, students get the chance to stay in university accommodation, participate in a range of social activities, and undertake workshops designed to build their academic skills and determine their suitability for their chosen university courses. Charles Sturts Student Liaison Officer for Indigenous students in Bathurst Ms Julie Bennett (pictured) said the Universitys Indigenous Student Centre is excited to host the 25 prospective students for the program, which will offer them a well-rounded glimpse of university life. You can read the full story here: https://news.csu.edu.au//a-taste-of-university-life-on-off

16.01.2022 Arts OutWest are the organisation who run the Kew-Y-Ahn Aboriginal Gallery along with NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service. Heres details of Arts OutWests AGM (online this year).

15.01.2022 Are you an Aboriginal artist making work youd like to sell? Talk to us.

14.01.2022 What Does Custodianship Mean For You? The Custodianship program is designed and delivered by First Nations leaders for First Nations leaders to transform sustainability in culture, practice, community and the arts. The Custodianship program will unearth First Nations leadership by developing different ways of knowing, being and doing.... Custodianship culture strengthening culture. Cultural practitioners, artists and arts workers from across art forms and career levels will explore what custodianship and leadership means in diverse contexts. They will learn from self, from others and with peers. Over 12 months, participants will join three residentials, online/phone sessions and on-country learning. These will be guided by role models, cultural teachers and Elders. APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Monday 4 November, 2019. Learn more and apply now: https://www.australiacouncil.gov.au//the-custodianship-p/ Have questions? E: [email protected] Or call Ian RT Colless T: +61 (02) 9215 9059 M: +61 435 781 891 Toll-free 1800 226 912

14.01.2022 As you travel into the Central West and Wiradjuri country perhaps youre on your way to Cowra? Theres now a great new free phone app called Cowra Voices full of audio stories exploring Cowras unique history of peace and friendship with Japan. Includes a welcome to country by Albert Murray. Add it to your travel must do list. You can download the app for FREE at: https://www.cowravoices.org/ or directly from AppStore or GooglePlay.

14.01.2022 Entries are now open for the 28th Annual Mil-Pra AECG Exhibition 2019. This is an art prize and exhibition for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists who live in NSW and the ACT produced by Mil-Pra Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG) at Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre. For more information visit: http://www.casulapowerhouse.com/get-involved/prizes

14.01.2022 Sharing this excellent opportunity: VARUNA FIRST NATIONS FELLOWSHIPS // Are you an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander writer? ... Applications for the 2021 Varuna First Nations Fellowships are now open to Indigenous writers across Australia. Six fellowships are available, including accommodation, meals, travel expenses, a one-on-one mentoring session and an optional publishing appraisal with Magabala Books. Here’s what Adam Thompson, recipient of a 2018 First Nations Fellowship said about his experience: The First Nations Fellowship provides the time and space to write, but you are left to your own process - something which all writers will appreciate. There is something about Varuna that lingers in your heart and mind, long after you have departed. Being around other writers in such a nurturing environment is truly inspirational. It was the first time I felt like an actual writer. I can't speak highly enough of Varuna and the First Nations Fellowship. For more information or to apply visit: https://buff.ly/3k9p5Xm Alumni Adam Thompson, birding

13.01.2022 Copyright Agency Fellowships for First Nations Writers:: The Copyright Agency Fellowships for Indigenous writers are now open and invite applications for at Varuna the National Writers House in 2020. Applications close at midnight on 14 December 2019.... For further details, including how to apply, visit: https://www.varuna.comau/fellowships/firstnations or phone (02) 4782 5674.

13.01.2022 Well be on Sydney Weekender! Last year Mike Whitney spent the day at Hartley Historic Site and enjoyed a visit to the Kew-Y-Ahn Aboriginal Gallery. The segment will air on Sydney Weekender this Sunday 17 May at 5.30pm on PRIME7.

12.01.2022 Copyright Agency Fellowships for First Nations Writers. The Copyright Agency Fellowships for Indigenous writers are now open and invite applications for at Varuna the National Writers House in 2020. Applications close at midnight on 14 December 2019.... Now in its third consecutive year, the program has been developed by Varuna the National Writers House in collaboration with Magabala Books, University of Sydney and the Copyright Agencys Cultural Fund. Both unpublished and published Indigenous writers are invited to apply for a one-week residency at Varuna, in the Blue Mountains of NSW. All genres of fiction, narrative non-fiction, poetry, childrens books, graphic novels, dramatic/screen writing, writing for radio, translation, essays or short fiction are eligible. Submissions in language are welcomed. Each residency includes full board and accommodation including a room and writing studio for each writer, and all travel expenses to and from Varuna. There will be the opportunity for professional development sessions, including one-on-one mentoring and a half day group workshop Over decades, Varuna has become established as a unique haven for writers, fostering excellence, innovation and diversity in Australian literature with opportunities that are designed to support writers and the writing process. Varuna Executive Director Veechi Stuart reflected on the First Nations programs success in supporting indigenous literary voices, saying We are hopeful that news of the program will reach new ears this year, perhaps attracting some writers who may not have previously considered applying... Australian Indigenous writing continues to represent some of the most vibrant and significant work taking place in Australia today, and Varuna is committed to supporting this work. The 2019 recipients of the Copyright Agency Fellowship were Yvette Holt, Angelina Hurley, Raelee Lancaster, Jazz Money, Morgan-Lee Snell. Applications close at midnight on 14 December 2019. For further details, including how to apply, visit: https://www.varuna.comau/fellowships/firstnations or phone (02) 4782 5674. Image: Varuna House

12.01.2022 Kew-Y-Ahn Aboriginal Gallery is one of 420 places pinned to the new Culture Maps Central NSW. Zoom in on 'Hartley NSW' or find us on the Galleries, Handmade and Aboriginal Experiences maps. Culture Maps is a project of @Arts Outwest with @rRegional Development Australia Central West and Central NSW Joint Organisation with the tourism teams at local councils. It's interactive maps of PUBLIC ART + HERITAGE + HANDMADE + GALLERIES + ABORIGINAL EXPERIENCES + ARTS EVENTS ACROSS CENTRAL NSW. Take a look at our new Culture Maps project, now live at www.centralnsw.com

11.01.2022 Congratulations (again) to Bathurst based artist Amala Groom on this award win - with works that highlight a significant issue for the Aboriginal art market in Australia.

10.01.2022 Thanks for visiting and the nice shout out!

09.01.2022 The bright new gallery flyers have arrived and will be at visitor centres and hot spots around the region soon.

05.01.2022 CHOSEN - keeping culture strong. First Nations individuals, groups and organisations are invited to apply for the Chosen program in 2020 - to share arts and cultural practice with the next generation through mentorship and learning. Closing date: Monday 2 December 2019... Project start date: Friday 1 May 2020 Amount: up to $50,000 Chosen engages artists and communities to determine program design, delivery and evaluation to ensure the successful intergenerational transfer of arts and culture knowledge from older to younger generations. This is an opportunity for First Nations communities, elders and senior artists to identify areas for younger people to be skilled through models that are appropriate to the project. The goal is to ensure the passing on of artistic and cultural knowledge from older generations through to younger generations. Find out more and apply: https://www.australiacouncil.gov.au/funding/funding-index// Have questions? Send us an email at [email protected] Or call Michelle Wong on: T: +61 (02) 9215 9171 Toll-free 1800 226 912 Image credits: Kurtal Participants on route to the site. Kurtal Trip. Credit: Mangkaja Arts Resource Agency Aboriginal Corporation.

05.01.2022 Recognise a lifetime of achievement The prestigious Red Ochre Award pays tribute to a senior Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander artist for their outstanding lifetime achievement in the arts and their contribution to the recognition of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander arts, both nationally and internationally. Each year one male recipient and one female recipient are awarded a Red Ochre Award at the National Indigenous Arts Awards on the significant date of 27 Ma...y. Award recipients receive $50,000 in recognition and are honoured at the Sydney celebration. Nominate an outstanding artist now. Applications close 4 November. http://antispam.csu.edu.au:32224/

03.01.2022 Today we launch the Naomi Williams Wiradjuri Poetry Prize. The prize is named in honour of Nay, who was a strong, proud Wiradjuri woman from Brungle/Tumut. Nay ...loved to write poetry about the river, her family and all the elements of love that she treasured. This poetry prize aims to support other Wiradjuri writers and create more poetry around life in Wiradjuri country. There are three categories and the deadline for entries is 14 June. Please share this widely. NOTE: Originally we were announcing the winners at the Brungle NAIDOC Ball, but of course we will be waiting to coordinate other arrangements now.

03.01.2022 Thinking of making work for the Kew-Y-Ahn Gallery but feel you want to up your art making skills first? Starts NEXT week in BATHURST: TAFE Cert II in Aboriginal and TSI Cultural Arts. Course commences Monday 29th July at 9am at Bathurst TAFE and will run every Monday for 12 months. If you or anyone has any questions call Lisa Crawford... Aboriginal Engagement Coordinator on 6338 2530. See more

02.01.2022 An opportunity our Bathurst area exhibiting artists might be interested in.

01.01.2022 Eora Tafe Community Day

01.01.2022 Opportunity now open.

01.01.2022 Aboriginal cultural experiences in the NSW Central West. Heres the events currently listed on Arts Outwests online Whats On: https://artsoutwest.org.au/whats-on/ Do you have something to add or share? Email details to [email protected]

01.01.2022 We're always looking at ways to develop new content for the Kew-Y-Ahn Gallery. Last week Arts Outwest held two day-long workshops with Aboriginal artists at the Forbes Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre in screen printing skills. Led by Fiona McDonald, the workshops were about giving people skills to put their designs onto textiles - like tea towels - that might be then sold at the Forbes Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre and the Kew-Y-Ahn Aboriginal Gallery.... Here's some pictures from the workshops - lovely designs aren't they! Read more here: https://artsoutwest.org.au/screen-printing-skills-in-forbes/ Arts OutWest’s Aboriginal Arts Development Officer Aleshia Lonsdale developed the workshops in collaboration with the Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre and the Wiradjuri Cultural and Environment Rangers (WCER). The workshops were funded through the Australian Government’s Relief and Recovery Fund of Indigenous Visual Arts Industry Support (IVAIS).