Richard Collopy
ARTIST TALK & PERFORMANCE
2 March, 3pm
QDos Fine Arts, 35 Allenvale Road, Lorne VIC 3232
Richard Collopy is an artist and a proud member of the Gadubanud-Gulidjan Custodian/Traditional Owner community, which is a part of the larger Kirrae Whurrung and Gulidjan nations. Based in the Otways, he has dedicated his life to preserving and promoting the culture of his people through art and cultural education programs. Inspired by the traditions and stories of his ancestors, Collopy’s paintings, carvings, and sculptures often depict the landscapes, animals, and people that are integral to Gadubanud culture.
Collopy's central installation on Lorne foreshore takes the form of a traditional wuurn structure, constructed from natural materials secured to a steel dome frame. As part of the Biennale’s Sculpture+ program, Collopy will host an artist talk and performance to explore the themes of his installation further, including family and community.
This project was made possible by the Australian Government Regional Arts Fund, which supports the arts in regional and remote Australia, and Regional Arts Victoria.
Image: Richard Collopy, Water Circle Story 2022, video still. Courtesy the artist. Video Urchin Creative.
