Old Days, New Days | Arlta-imankinya, Arlta-errama Opening Event

Each year, Ngununggula dedicates an exhibition to celebrate the work of Australian female artists. This initiative was first introduced in 2022 with , a touring exhibition from the Art Gallery of South Australia showcasing collection works by female artists from the APY lands. The Artist Circle was then formed, and they are a collective of female donors committed to enhancing the visibility and recognition of female Australian artists. Subsequent exhibitions have included , , and .
In 2026, we will focus on the vital role women play within the family unit, exploring the various ways they gather, nurture, and share stories. Old Days, New Days | Arlta-imankinya, Arlta-errama aims to acknowledge the daily contributions women make to support their communities, and the observations they make in the process. The project will be guided by the artists and supported by the team at Ngununggula. We seek to provide a platform that nurtures the strong relationships between Tangentyere Artists, Yarrenyty Arltere Artists and Thea Perkins. The exhibition will feature existing and newly commissioned works to celebrate these relationships and foster new collaborations.

Image: Sally M Nangala Mulda, Women Eating Supper at Night Time 2018, synthetic polymer paint on linen, 46 x 90 cm, Art Gallery of New South Wales
Mollie Gowing Acquisition Fund for Contemporary Aboriginal Art 2019
© Sally M Nangala Mulda/Copyright Agency
Image © Art Gallery of New South Wales

Image Credit: Diana Panuccio

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