EXHIBITION
DVA Gallery One
Opening 6pm Friday 16th of April 2021
Showing from the 16th April | 1st May
Work inspired by the current climate and environmental crisis and yearning for serious commitment to political activity within First Nations and Australian peoples.
David Dalzell uses the majestic wildlife of the Australian continent and human architecture, specifically parliamentary houses - the symbols of modern decision making.
He plays with perspective between our built landscape and Australia's natural wildlife, exploring tensions between decisions and their environmental impact. The work helps to convey a warning of uncontrolled change. To aid this, David contrasts the control of pen and ink work with the more spontaneous, energetic elements of fiery watercolour, or the organic representation of sea level rises.
The artist’s inspiration grew from the mythology of the First Nations People of the Top End - the wildfires brought by the red-tailed black cockatoo's bright plumage, harbingers of the dry season. There is a sense of beauty and danger in Australia’s natural heritage; the precious and vulnerable species in need of protection, and the hope for refuge and call to action from its voiceless occupants.
Come along to our fundraising event at Deckchair Cinema on Sunday 12 April to support the 2026 Northern Territory Art Award!
Join us for the first Darwin Visual Arts member exhibition of 2026...BRINK! Opening Friday 20 March, 6-8pm.
The Northern Territory Art Award showcases the depth, diversity, and brilliance of Territorian artists.
Exhibition dates: Friday, 29 May – Saturday, 11 July 2026
O’Loughlin Catholic College’s Creative Arts Exhibition
Calamity Mary | Unbranded
Members Show | Falling // Rising
Robby Mckenzie | Life After Service
Liz Grylls | Brainscapes
Alison Worsnop | Flower Visitors
Arlya Tuckey and Lara Penney | Kaleidoscope
