Art Matters #56 - NAIDOC week
Intro Track: Paprika Pony, Kim Gordon, No Home Record, 2019

Please get in touch with us to let us know about your upcoming exhibitions and events.
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Todays show was all about celebrating First Nations Artists and 50 years of deadly for NAIDOC week.

Artists to know:
Archie Moore - artist
Vincent Namatjira - artist
Aretha Brown - artist
Jazz Money - Poet
Soju Gang - Dj and creator
Miss Kanina - Musician

Exhibitions to go see:

Cruising for a Bruising
Kyle Archie Knight
ATRIUM GALLERY - atMAPH
8 July – 5 October 2026

ROLLERCOASTER: winhangadurinya in motion
BROOK ANDREW
Gallery atMAPH
6 June – 30 August 2026

First Peoples Melbourne Art Trams 2026
Dates: On display across the city network until 2027.
Venue: Moving canvases on various Melbourne tram routes.
Description: If you travel around the CBD, look out for six operating trams completely wrapped in works by Victorian First Nations artists, curated under the theme of "Blak imagination"
Artists - Natasha Carter (Dja Dja Wurrung, Yorta Yorta and Jaru), Mitch Mahoney (Boonwurrung and Barkindji), Jenna Mayilema Lee (Larrakia, KarraJarri, Wardaman), Zena Zada Cumpston (Barkandji/Kurnu) and Sonja Hodge (Lardil).

Watch These Hands 
4 July – 25 October 2026
Heide Modern
Ticket included with museum admission
Watch these hands presents new commissions from 12 artists whose creative practices are deeply rooted in custodianship, connection to Country, community, and intergenerational knowledge, the works presented explore cultural landscapes, collaborative storytelling, and custodial responsibilities.

Artists: Aunty Kim Wandin (Wurundjeri); Brooke Wandin (Wurundjeri); Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation’s Narrap (Country) Unit, including Edward Mullins (Wurundjeri/Noongar), Damien Nicholson (Wurundjeri/Gunai-Kurnai) and Ash Firebrace (Wurundjeri/Yorta-Yorta); Uncle Badger Bates (Barkandji); Siri Hayes (Naarm/Melbourne); Zena Zada Cumpston (Barkandji/Kurnu); Paul Wood (Naarm/Melbourne); Helen Ganalmirriwuy (Ḻiyagawumirr Garrawurra); Jennifer Roy Dikarr Malarra; and Maddison Miller (Darug).
Curator/s - Eugene Howard (Guest curator)

Truth Telling Display at Bundoora homestead
Bundoora Homestead Art Centre’s new permanent history and cultural display.
Open Wed - Fri: 11am - 4pm and Sat: 10am - 4pm
Venue
Bundoora Homestead Art Centre
7 Prospect Hill Dr, Bundoora
Free to attend, all welcome!

Thank you for listening and jump on naidoc.org.au for even more things to check out and participate in this NAIDOC week - 50 years deadly @naidocweek

A MASSIVE THANK YOU to all the Art Matters Subscribers:

Little Acres - Ange
Kelly K Sullivan – Collage Artist
Sing Song Ceramics - Selby
Elizabeth Gleeson – Muralist and fine artist
Shirley Dougan – Artist
Natasja - Textile artist
Rajko Grbac (sculptor)
The Forge Institute – Community Group
The Hut Gallery FERNTREE GULLY
Cheech the rescue staffy via Tass & Pottsy from Belgrave 

Art Matters #56 - NAIDOC week Intro Track:&nbsp;Paprika Pony, Kim Gordon, No Home Record, 2019
Please get in touch with us to let us know about your upcoming exhibitions and events. <a href="mailto:artmatters97.1fm@gmail.com">artmatters97.1fm@gmail.com</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;or&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/artmatters_97.1fm/">@artmatters_97.1fm</a>
Todays show was all about celebrating First Nations Artists and 50 years of deadly for NAIDOC week. Artists to know: Archie Moore - <a href="https://www.qagoma.qld.gov.au/exhibition/archie-moore-kith-and-kin">artist</a> Vincent Namatjira - <a href="https://www.iwantjaarts.com.au/artists/vincent-namatjira">artist</a> Aretha Brown - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_enterthedragon_/?hl=en">artist</a> Jazz Money - <a href="https://www.jazz.money/">Poet</a> Soju Gang - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/soju_gang/?hl=en">Dj and creator</a> Miss Kanina - <a href="https://www.misskaninna.com/">Musician</a> Exhibitions to go see:
Cruising for a Bruising Kyle Archie Knight ATRIUM GALLERY - at <a href="https://maph.org.au/">MAPH</a> 8 July &ndash; 5 October 2026
ROLLERCOASTER: winhangadurinya in motion BROOK ANDREW Gallery at <a href="https://maph.org.au/">MAPH</a> 6 June &ndash; 30 August 2026
<a href="https://2026.rising.melbourne/program/first-peoples-melbourne-art-trams-2026">First Peoples Melbourne Art Trams 2026</a> <strong data-sfc-root="ep" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);">Dates: On display across the city network until 2027. <strong data-sfc-root="ep" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);">Venue: Moving canvases on various Melbourne tram routes. <strong data-sfc-root="ep" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true" data-copy-service-computed-style="font-family: &quot;Google Sans&quot;, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);">Description: If you travel around the CBD, look out for six operating trams completely wrapped in works by Victorian First Nations artists, curated under the theme of "Blak imagination" Artists -&nbsp;Natasha Carter&nbsp;(Dja Dja Wurrung, Yorta Yorta and Jaru),&nbsp;Mitch Mahoney&nbsp;(Boonwurrung and Barkindji),&nbsp;Jenna Mayilema Lee&nbsp;(Larrakia, KarraJarri, Wardaman),&nbsp;Zena Zada Cumpston&nbsp;(Barkandji/Kurnu) and&nbsp;Sonja Hodge&nbsp;(Lardil).
Watch These Hands 4 July &ndash; 25 October 2026 <a href="https://www.heide.com.au/exhibitions/watch-these-hands/">Heide Modern</a> Ticket included with museum admission Watch these hands presents new commissions from 12 artists whose creative practices are deeply rooted in custodianship, connection to Country, community, and intergenerational knowledge, the works presented explore cultural landscapes, collaborative storytelling, and custodial responsibilities.
Artists: Aunty Kim Wandin (Wurundjeri); Brooke Wandin (Wurundjeri); Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation&rsquo;s Narrap (Country) Unit, including Edward Mullins (Wurundjeri/Noongar), Damien Nicholson (Wurundjeri/Gunai-Kurnai) and Ash Firebrace (Wurundjeri/Yorta-Yorta); Uncle Badger Bates (Barkandji); Siri Hayes (Naarm/Melbourne); Zena Zada Cumpston (Barkandji/Kurnu); Paul Wood (Naarm/Melbourne); Helen Ganalmirriwuy (Ḻiyagawumirr Garrawurra); Jennifer Roy Dikarr Malarra; and Maddison Miller (Darug). Curator/s -&nbsp;Eugene Howard (Guest curator)
Truth Telling Display at <a href="https://arts.darebin.vic.gov.au/Arts-venues/Bundoora-Homestead-Art-Centre/Exhibitions/Truth-Telling-Space">Bundoora homestead</a> Bundoora Homestead Art Centre&rsquo;s new permanent history and cultural display. Open Wed - Fri: 11am - 4pm and Sat: 10am - 4pm Venue Bundoora Homestead Art Centre <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/7+Prospect+Hill+Dr,+Bundoora+VIC+3083/@-37.7053058,145.0497414,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x6ad648acb687d171:0x6537db7e79d0acde!8m2!3d-37.7053058!4d145.0497414">7 Prospect Hill Dr, Bundoora</a> Free to attend, all welcome!
Thank you for listening and jump on <a href="https://www.naidoc.org.au/">naidoc.org.au</a> for even more things to check out and participate in this NAIDOC week - 50 years deadly <a href="https://www.instagram.com/naidocweek">@naidocweek</a>
A MASSIVE THANK YOU to all the Art Matters Subscribers:
Little Acres - Ange Kelly K Sullivan &ndash; Collage Artist Sing Song Ceramics - Selby Elizabeth Gleeson &ndash; Muralist and fine artist Shirley Dougan &ndash; Artist Natasja - Textile artist Rajko Grbac (sculptor) The Forge Institute &ndash; Community Group The Hut Gallery FERNTREE GULLY Cheech the rescue staffy via Tass &amp; Pottsy from Belgrave&nbsp;

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We will also venture further afield to bring you information on exciting exhibitions, events and happenings that you should get out and about to attend.

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Welcome to&nbsp;Art Matters,&nbsp;the dedicated 3MDR radio Art show that brings the world of local art to the airwaves! Whether you're an art maker an art lover, or just looking for some inspiration, we&rsquo;ve got you covered. Join us, as we dive into the local art scene with engaging artist interviews, gallery spotlights, and insightful reviews&nbsp;- real conversations about creativity, passion, and the people making art happen in your community. We will also venture further afield to bring you information on exciting exhibitions, events and happenings that you should get out and about to attend. Expect&nbsp;lively discussions, behind-the-scenes stories, and an inside look at what&rsquo;s new, now, and next in local art. It&rsquo;ll be educational, it&rsquo;ll be entertaining, and it&rsquo;ll be all about celebrating the talent that surrounds us. Tune in, get inspired, and&nbsp;be part of the creative conversation on Art Matters!
Let us know about your Art practice at <a href="mailto:artmatters97.1fm@gmail.com">artmatters97.1fm@gmail.com</a> or @artmatters_97.1fm