Homegrown
Exhibition
Exhibition co-curated by Purnima Ruanglertbutr at COFA Space Gallery, UNSW College of Fine Arts, November 2011
Overview
About the exhibition
Homegrown brings together nine Australian and international artists who integrate sustainable practices into their art, promoting social change. This exhibit offers a compelling fusion of multimedia art, sculpture, and painting, guided by the artists’ eco-conscious vision. The artworks encapsulated in Homegrown symbolise a shift toward sustainability while vividly depicting the escalating global environmental degradation.
The exhibition invites artists to creatively address sustainability by exploring daily practices like recycling, water and food production, energy, and transport. They respond to environmental issues stemming from destructive human activity, striving to communicate their ideas in the most sustainable manner, advocating for a ‘green’ approach.
MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS
Explore exhibition coverage, including the article featured in Curating Cities.
Curator's statement
Concept
Curated by COFA students completing their Masters of Art Administration, Homegrown aims to provoke thoughts about our evolving world, humanity, waste, and hope.
For a comprehensive rationale, read the curator’s full introduction in the exhibition catalogue and watch the opening speech.
Exhibition Display
Exhibition Catalogue
Explore the ‘Homegrown’ exhibition catalogue, showcasing artists actively engaging with local sustainability, seeking to critically assess our collective responsibility in integrating environmentally sustainable practices into our daily lives.
Curatorial Enquiries
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