NAOMI HOBSON – HABITATS OF HOPE
22.02.2024—
25.02.2024
Through this new body of work, Naomi Hobson (Kaantju/Umpila) builds a narrative around threatened species, climate change, and environmental damage – what has been lost and can be lost.
I have always felt a deep curiosity about the complex links between all living things and how fragile, dependent and balanced our world needs to be. And so much of what I see exists in its own beauty and power. My people have always been a part of the balance, we still contribute to it, and we receive its offerings. For me, this series and each painting is an unveiling of the preciousness of nature's work.”
— Naomi Hobson
Developing my own painting language is the essence of my work. My practice combines observations of my world, deep connections to places and my own personal experiences living a cultural life. But above all else, my paintings start with a love, respect and appreciation for all that we are and all that we have and I try to convey this through my work.”
— Naomi Hobson
Country provides the space and clarity that allow me to experience the vastness, diversity, and to cultivate the present moment. When I am in nature, I feel belonged, accepted, real and loved. My traditional Country allows me to be me, and to participate in life, this is my culture; and the beauty of culture means that through my work I can take care of the details, applying what I already know, and discovering new things along the way.”
— Naomi Hobson
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