Murray Cod: The biggest fish in the river
Murray Cod: the biggest fish in the river showcased a rich array of visual art inspired by Australia's most iconic fish. Consisting over 40 works of art by 27 artists, this timely and unique touring exhibition examined a great fish that symbolised the Murray River itself. Works by colonial artist Ludwig Becker, through to narratives about the fish by Ian Abdulla and a contemporary view of the river by Narelle Autio, the exhibition explored the cultural and historical significance of the Murray cod through images drawn from memory, spiritual association and acute observation.
Featured Artists
Bluey Roberts
Bluey Roberts was born in 1948 and belongs to the Ngarrindjeri tribe from the Lower Murray region of South Australia. He is...
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Ian Abdulla
Ian Abdulla was born in 1947 at Swan Reach, on the Murray River, in the Riverland region of South Australia. His...
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Ludwig Becker
Ludwig Becker was born in Darmstadt, Germany in 1808. He became Australia’s foremost exploration artist and embarked on the 1860 expedition with...
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Arthur Bartholomew was another early prolific illustrator completing more than 700 species of flora and fauna over 40 years. A selection of...
Read MoreKurwingie Kerry Giles
Kurwingie Kerry Giles was born in 1959 in Waikerie, in the Riverland of South Australia. Her love and concern for the health...
Read MoreYvonne Koolmatrie
Yvonne Koolmatrie was born in Wudinna, South Australia and was taught weaving skills by the traditional elder, Dorothy Kartinyeri in 1982. Since...
Read MoreRhyll Plant
Rhyll Plant lives and works in Bendigo. She has just completed a Masters Degree in Print Making at Latrobe University, Bendigo. She...
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A Swan Hill Regional Art Gallery exhibition toured by NETS Victoria. Curator: John Kean
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