Artist Talks + Exhibition Opening | Tracing the Sky: Celebrating the Wetlands of Chile and Australia

Please join us to celebrate the opening of the exhibition Tracing the Sky: Celebrating the Wetlands of Chile and Australia 

About the Opening 

Artist Talks | In the Gallery, from 5:30pm 

Official Opening | In the Gallery, from 6pm. Speeches from 6:30pm 

About the Exhibitions 

Exhibition Title | Tracing the Sky: Celebrating the Wetlands of Chile and Australia 

Artists | Eggpicnic: Camila De Gregorio and Christopher Macaluso | Jocelyn Aracena 

Exhibition Statement 

Tracing the Sky celebrates the wetlands of Chile and Australia through a blend of art, ecology, and cultural connection. Presented in the context of the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries—and alongside Chile’s national celebration on September 18—the exhibition explores the shared importance of wetland ecosystems and the migratory journeys they support. 

Through sculpture, paintings, audiovisual works, and augmented reality experiences, Tracing the Sky highlights the critical role wetlands play for migratory bird species, while drawing parallels with the human stories of migration—particularly the Chilean diaspora in Australia. 

By weaving together ecological awareness and lived experiences, the exhibition invites audiences to reflect on the deep interdependence between nature, culture, and movement across landscapes. Tracing the Sky offers not only a celebration of biodiversity but also a call to preserve these vital habitats and to honour the lasting ties between Chile and Australia. 

Artist Biographies 

Eggpicnic is a renowned and award-winning Canberra based design studio devoted to wildlife conservation, founded by designers and birders Camila De Gregorio and Christopher Macaluso. Their mission is centred on harnessing art as a powerful tool to combat the alarming decline of wildlife species worldwide, raising awareness and generating public support for the preservation of birdlife and biodiversity. Specialising in illustrations and public installations, they channel their creative energy to educate audiences on the urgent need for conservation. A portion of the proceeds from their work is directly donated to scientific research and conservation programs, reinforcing their commitment to creating tangible impact. 

Jocelyn Aracena (Anis 88) is a recognised Chilean muralist, trained in urban painting since the age of 12, based in Victoria. She has combined her professional studies as an illustrator with urban art, working simultaneously in both fields. 

She has created illustrations for various festivals and editorial publications, as well as large-scale monumental paintings in the realm of urban art. She has also participated in numerous urban art festivals throughout Latin America and much of Europe, representing Chile as one of the most prominent female artists in the Latin art scene. 

Her work revolves around questions of being and everyday life, the experimentation with color, and the emotional states that fluctuate between individuals and society. 

She is in constant pursuit of meaningful content through her distinctive and unmistakable style, characterised by rich symbolism, symmetry, and neon tones. Nature and the female figure occupy essential places in her work. Her art is tied to humanitarian causes, especially gender equality, environmental care, and women's empowerment — some of the main themes she addresses in her work. 

Image | Eggpicnic, Siete Colores, 2022, Fine art print, 21cm x 21cm, Photography Eggpicnic