Blak Pearl Studio’s annual exhibition will be taking in place at the brewpub in Abbotsford, running throughout the month of July.

This year we have a selection of works from over 20 First Nations artists!!!

Many familiar faces including:

@thebeethelmabeeton

@colleenjoybeeton

@creedcustomdesigns

KURLY

@tahl_palm

+ many new to exhibiting with Blak Pearl.

Works range from paintings on canvas to designs painted on various fabrics, hand woven sculptures and wearable art.

All works are created by artists who either regularly attend the studio, support the studio or are from affiliated First Nation’s Collectives such as The Deadlies. All artists are deeply devoted to their culture and practices.

LAUNCH NIGHT

The exhibition will launch on

Thursday 10th of July at 6pm -8pm

At 245 Johnson Street, Abbotsford

with a welcome to country by Uncle Ringo Terrick.

Davin Ojala, proud Anaiwan man from the cold Kyuna of the New England tablelands (NSW) has assembled his 'Talking Pit' band to jam 2 sets on the night. As a musician and composer, Davin uses the electric bass as the driving force behind his compositions and creativity.

Talking Pit will be performing 2 sets from 7-9pm

Looking forward to seeing you all to celebrate together