Marisa Maher joins National Aboriginal Art Gallery project as curator
A leading Indigenous art curator will lend her expertise to Alice Springs’ national art gallery. Read how she will be involved.
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An Alice Springs’ huge art gallery project has received another coup in the form of a nationally-renowned art curator to lead the launch.
West Arrernte woman Marisa Maher will help prepare the first exhibits in the National Aboriginal Art Gallery.
Ms Maher said she was excited to provide the much-needed cultural aspect to the gallery.
“It is a privilege to be able to offer some initial advice and expertise to guide the delivery of this major art gallery for national First Nations works,” she said.
“I am passionate about curating artworks for exhibitions and enjoy the process of selecting works to ensure cultural responsibility for display.”
Ms Maher currently works as assistant manager at the Iltja Njarra Many Hands Art Centre.
She was also a recipient of the Wesfarmers National Gallery of Indigenous Arts Leadership Program.
Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Chansey Paech said those involved in the opening of the gallery were excited to welcome Ms Maher to the project.
“The National Aboriginal Art Gallery will be a stellar example of architectural excellence that will further position Alice Springs as the nation’s artistic heartland, and the Northern Territory as a world-class arts and culture destination,” he said.
“It’s exciting to see the project taking shape. Marisa’s input will be invaluable and I wholeheartedly welcome her on board.”
Mr Paech said the project would provide the Red Centre with a range of positive outcomes.
“The Gallery will deliver wide-ranging economic and social benefits for Alice Springs and the wider Central Australian region, including dozens of direct job opportunities and career paths for Aboriginal people.”
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