We acknowledge the Noongar people of the Whadjuk Nation and the Traditional Owners of the Yamatji Nation—the Amangu, Badimia, Hutt River, Mullewa Wadjari, Naaguja, Nhanda, Nhanhagardi, Wajarri, Wattandee, Widi Mob and Wilunyu peoples. Together they are the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of the lands on which we live and create. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
About. |
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Seven Forms is an ongoing series of exhibitions that brings together seven accomplished Perth-based artists to engage critically with Western Australian regional communities in transition.
Through extensive site-based research, the collective explores the complex intersections of energy, ecology, and culture as these regions navigate pathways toward sustainable futures. Each exhibition responds to a specific locality—beginning with Collie in 2022 and continuing to Geraldton in 2026—with artists creating new work that visualises the unique landscapes, histories, and environmental challenges of each place. The artists employ diverse practices including printmaking, ceramics and photography to examine themes from renewable energy to rewilding and marine conservation. Complemented by robust public programs including artist talks, workshops, and community engagement initiatives, Seven Forms creates meaningful dialogue between contemporary art practice and regional communities facing the urgent realities of climate change and economic transformation. Curator: Janice Baker Artists: Susanna Castleden, Monika Lukowska, Melanie McKee, Alana McVeigh, Layli Rakhsha, Sarah Robinson and Sue Starcken. |
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Workshops
5 |
Talks
2 |
Artists
7 |
Artists. |
Susanna Castleden
Alana McVeigh
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Monika Lukowska
Layli Rakhsha
Sue Starcken
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Melanie McKee
Sarah Robinson
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This project is supported by
Image credits:
Top banner: Melanie McKee Behold (detail) 2021 Inkjet print on Canson Edition Etching Rag, 50 x 75 cm
Middle banner: image courtesy of Layli Rakhsha
Bottom banner: image courtesy of Layli Rakhsha
Top banner: Melanie McKee Behold (detail) 2021 Inkjet print on Canson Edition Etching Rag, 50 x 75 cm
Middle banner: image courtesy of Layli Rakhsha
Bottom banner: image courtesy of Layli Rakhsha