Nikita is offering a wonderful opportunity for individuals to come together and explore their emotions, thoughts, and feelings, to then develop into their own art practice, delivered in a safe and supportive environment.

By using the process of painting combined with natural resources gathered by Nikita, individuals will participate in an immersive workshop, beginning with listening and reflecting on the sound of a didgeridoo. Nikita will introduce people to symbols, techniques and hands-on activities designed to tap into participant’s creativity so they can express themselves in a unique and meaningful way, through the painting they create during the workshop.

Additionally, by incorporating First Nations culture into the experience, participants can gain a deeper understanding of the cultural significance of art and its role in promoting self-love, empowerment, and connection.

This workshop is a great way for individuals to come together and support one another, while also exploring and developing a deeper understanding of their own sense of creative identity and connection to the world around them.

If we do not reach the minimum number of 6 paying participants this workshop may be cancelled. If this workshop is cancelled, paid participants will be notified by email and given a full refund. Individuals can book only one 'Pay what you can' or 'Contribute to Sonder' NAIDOC workshops.

This workshop is part of the 2023 NAIDOC celebration.

Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists retain 100% of the profits for the sale of their art at Sonder Studio Gallery. Sonder is continually working towards combating the exploitation of First Nation’s artists.

NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia each July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC is celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by Australians from all walks of life.

Source: https://www.naidoc.org.a

ABOUT NIKITA

Nikita Fitzpatrick is a self-taught, second generation artist and proud First Nations woman from all parts of Queensland. Currently living on Gubbi Gubbi Country, Nikita was born on Gurang Gurang Country, with heritage connected to Wuthati tribe and Darumbal people. She found her passion creating art through her emotions and cultural connection. Nikita is the founder of the New Dreaming Art initiative and provides a safe