Two prominent art and culture experts will lead the National Aboriginal Art Gallery Reference Group as it enters a new two-year term.
Franchesca Cubillo and Dr Gerard Vaughan will continue in their roles as co-chairs from the previous term, alongside nine new appointees and one other re-appointed member.
The Reference Group members bring a wealth of high-level expertise in contemporary and traditional Aboriginal art across all mediums including digital, museum and gallery leadership, senior curatorial experience, and experience in developing fundraising strategies.
Members will provide advice and recommendations to the NT Government on the development and establishment of the National Aboriginal Art Gallery, including the overall concept of the Gallery, and approaches to fundraising and governance.
The Gallery, to be based in Alice Springs - the geographical and artistic heart of Australia, will provide a centrepiece for Aboriginal art, showcasing the significance of Aboriginal culture to the nation and the world.
In keeping with the National Aboriginal Art Gallery's commitment to First Peoples' Principles, 10 of the 12 appointees are Aboriginal.
The group of creative industry leaders includes three Territorians from Central Australia, with other members representing wider regional and national interests and expertise.
Members are:
Franchesca Cubillo (Co-Chair);Dr Gerard Vaughan (Co-Chair); Patricia Adjei;Brook Andrew; Sharon Butcher; Kelli Cole; Chad Creighton; Frank Howarth; Dr Greg Lehman; Vicky Lindner; Matthew Palmer; and Joann Russo.
The Reference Group is in Alice Springs today for its first meeting.
