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14 November, 2022
Blending Modern Indigenous art with Tradition
A FIRST Nation’s artist from Kuranda with a passion for showcasing her culture through paint will be opening her solo exhibition on December 2 at the Bailey Crystalbrook Hotel.
Connie Rovina has been exhibiting her artwork worldwide since 1988 but this exhibition holds a special place in her heart.
“This exhibition is particularly special as I connect spirits and build bridges between old, new and differing cultures in a respectful way,” she said.
“My work combines traditional story with modern Aboriginal art and fresh vibrant colour, dissimilar to Central Australian Desert dot paintings, the Northern Territory Raark and Cross-hatched paintings, or Desert wildflower country paintings.”
Ms Rovina’s clan ties are the KukuThaypan of Musgrave Station, Cape York Far North Queensland, Widi of Nebo, and Birriah, Central Queensland and the direct connections she has to her family and elders, Grandfather Tommy George and Uncle Peter Costello, also inspire her artwork.
She paints distinctly Queensland bushland themed pieces that tell of a spiritual connection of the people and their connections to the land.
The official opening of the exhibition will be on December 2, from 5.15pm with traditional dancers, entertainment and an auction to follow.
Anyone who wishes to attend is to RSVP to Connie by calling 0438 180 198 or emailing: connierovina@gmail.com
