This quarter, four striking works from Injalak Arts Centre have found a new home in the lobby at 255 Pitt Street, bringing the artistry of West Arnhem Land's Kunwinjku people into the heart of the city.
Injalak Arts Centre is a creative hub in Gunbalanya, in Australia's Northern Territory, where ancient art forms are kept alive through the hands of a thriving community of artists.
Each of the four pieces now on display carries its own story, rooted in Country, culture and generations of knowledge.
Women's Spirit Figure Creation Story
Lynne Nadjowah & Katra Nganmirra, Injalak Women | 150 x 70cm
Drawing on the natural environment and Kunwinjku heritage rock art, this piece features the spirit mother, a figure central to the community's creation stories.
Billabong Water Animals
Gabriel Maralngurra | 150 x 70cm
Created by senior Injalak artist Gabriel Maralngurra, this work is inspired by the animals that live in and around the local billabong.
'Marebu' Pandanus Mats
Priscilla Badari, Sylvia Badari & Katra Nganjmirra, Injalak Women | 150 x 70cm
This piece reflects the traditional practice of weaving pandanus mats, known as marebu, a skill passed down through generations of Injalak women.
Hand Held Woven Fish Traps
Priscilla Badari, Sylvia Badari & Lynne Nadjowh, Injalak Women | 150 x 70cm
Depicting the hand-held woven fish traps used for generations, this work celebrates traditional fishing methods and the craftsmanship behind them.
Together, these four works transform the 255 Pitt Street lobby into a gallery of living culture, a daily reminder of the deep history and artistry of West Arnhem Land, and a proud showcase of First Nations art in the heart of Sydney's CBD.