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Alick Tipoti, Kisay Dhangal, 2014 single block vinyl cut in black ink printed on Hahnemuhle, handcoloured 70 x 70cm Image courtesy of Michael Marzik
Alick Tipoti, Gubau Aimai Maibaigal (Four Winds), 2006 single block vinyl cut in black ink printed on Hahnemuhle 350gsm 81 x 300cm Cairns Regional Gallery Collection. Donated through the Australian Government’s Cultural Gifts Program by Editions Tremblay,
Alick Tipoti, Portrait with Dog Mask, 2015. Image courtesy Michael Marzik, © Alick Tipoti.
Alick Tipoti, Mawa masks (x5) 2012 fibreglass, resin, fibre, beads, rope & feathers 210 x 90 x 45cm Courtesy of the artist Image courtesy Michael Marzik
Alick Tipoti is recognised as one of the Torres Strait Islands’ most dynamic contemporary artists. Growing up on Badu Island, he learnt the traditional stories and Kala Lagaw Ya language from his parents. Tipoti is a passionate ambassador for his culture, language and the traditions of his people and Zenadh Kes (Torres Strait Islands).
This powerful exhibition includes complex and intricately carved prints, ceremonial masks and large carved sculptures. The title for the exhibition pays respect to Zugubal who are the spiritual ancestors that guide the living through the seasons and cosmology. Tipoti connects with his spiritual ancestors through his arts practice and performance and in turn uses these art forms to promote and strengthen his culture for future generations.
Image: Alick Tipoti: Zugub, the mask, the spirits and the stars (film stills), 2012 running time 70 mins Courtesy Creative cowboy films © MMXII Creative cowboy Pty Ltd
Alick Tipoti Zugubal: Ancestral Spirits Catalogue available from the Gallery Shop RRP 14.95 | Members 13.60
Alick Tipoti Postcards available from the Gallery Shop RRP 1.50
