KARI was proud to support the 34th Annual Mil-Pra Art Awards, launched at Liverpool Powerhouse on Saturday 19 September.
This year’s exhibition, themed “Deadly! Our Culture, Our Ways, Our People, Our Art!”, showcases 270 works by established, emerging and student First Nations artists from across NSW and the ACT.
As part of the awards, KARI recognised artists across primary school, high school and adult categories.
Primary School First Prize
Michael Henry, Chipping Norton Public School – Dirrarn
High School First Prize
Rylee Anderson, Campbelltown Performing Arts High School – Under the Feather’s Care
KARI Foundation Adult Award – Second Prize
Jemima Whitford – Midsummer Daydream (Gomillaroi Woman)
KARI Foundation Adult Award – First Prize
Catie Oldfield –Guna Gilaa
The KARI Singers also performed during the launch, adding another celebration of Culture to an evening showcasing the creativity and stories of First Nations artists.
The Mil-Pra Art Awards exhibition is now open to the public at Liverpool Powerhouse until 24 October, with free entry.
