A sense of belonging

THIS Wednesday (27 July) Noosa Regional Gallery will host visual artist and advocate for change, Hope O’Chin, as she invites questions and discussion about her current exhibition, Belongingness.
A Gubbi-Gubbi/Wakka-Wakka woman raised in the dormitory systems of Cherbourg, O’Chin, through her work, explores themes of Aboriginal identity and culture and its place in Australia’s story.
The Nambour-based artist is hoping to discuss, with curious locals, these themes and their significance, not only to her as the artist, but to the audience, and the wider community.
Noosa Regional Gallery Director Nina Shadforth said Belongingness was one of the more conceptually engaging exhibitions in the gallery’s program this year.
“We’ve had great interest from our visitors for this month’s exhibitions, particularly as Hope O’Chin’s work offers a first-hand portrayal of the displacement of Indigenous Australians not often available to the broader public,” Ms Shadforth said.
“Our monthly Coffee and Conversation program is designed to make the most of an exhibition like this, offering audiences a deeper appreciation for the artwork and the story behind it, by connecting them with the artist.”
Coffee and Conversation with Hope O’Chin runs from 11am until 12noon, Wednesday 27 July at Noosa Regional Gallery, riverside, Pelican Street, Tewantin.
Everyone is welcome and entry is a gold coin donation. Anyone who would like to attend can RSVP to the gallery via email on gallery@noosa.qld.gov.au or find Noosa Regional Gallery on Facebook.