Using ochres collected on her country in Western Australia’s East Kimberley, Shirley Purdie’s self-portrait is a kaleidoscope of traditional Gija stories and Ngarranggarni (Dreaming) passed down to her.
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Celebrate the people, places and sounds of Australian pub rock and its enduring impact on our nation’s identity.
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The collection display includes a wide selection of portraits that tell extraordinary stories of encounter, exploration, independence, individuality and achievement in Australia.
An educational and fun 14-day adults’ introduction to portraiture.
Free.
All visitors must pre-book for one of the daily sessions. Each day will have a limited number of people allowed.
Free. Bookings required
Lust and longing, drama and devotion, seduction and scandal! Delve into an enticing array of tales of the heart.
Free.
Explore portraiture and come face to face with Australian identity, history, culture, creativity and diversity.
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We depend on your support to keep creating our programs, exhibitions, publications and building the amazing portrait collection!
The café is open 9:00am-3:30pm every day. The shop is open 10:00am to 5:00pm every day.
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