ASHER MILGATE | Jennifer Newman, (Cook’s River ?, series) 2017.
54 x 37 cm
Archival inkjet print on cotton rag
1 of 3 + 2 AP
NFS
In the heart of (Binjang) Wellington, NSW, a deep connection flows through the veins of its land and its people, intertwining the stories of Jeff Amatto and Jennifer Newman, both proud members of the Wiradjuri nation. Their communities are physically connected via the Wambaal (Macquarie River). Jeff hails from Wellington and Jennifer from Narromine, linked by blood through the Ah See line which traces back to Wellington. Jeff's remarkable story of transformation and resilience, captured in our film, stands as a testament to his strength and unwavering spirit within his community. Jennifer's dedicated work in delivering Aboriginal Studies talks and courses both locally and internationally has made her a vital conduit for cultural knowledge and understanding. Through their stories and our shared connection to Wellington, it is the relationships and connection to place that resonate. Without Wellington and its people, these works would not exist.
Jennifer grew up in Narromine, NSW; descended from long lines of Wiradjuri and Australian yarn spinners, Jennifer lives by the Cooks River on Wangal Country, where she contributes to local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander forums and river care groups. Jennifer has delivered Aboriginal Studies talks and courses for local and international universities, training centres and community groups. Knitting stories together, Jennifer strives for recognition and connections necessary to walk together comfortably with care and respect on Aboriginal land.
Jennifer and I first worked together during the making of the Cooks River ? series. When Jenny talked about her relationship with the Cook's River, it opened my eyes to a new way of engaging with the natural world. She described how she observes the river, noting its changes and moods, and how this practice is woven into the fabric of her life. This idea of daily engagement with nature was something I found incredibly beautiful and transformative. It's not just about observing but about forming a relationship with the environment, feeling its presence, and understanding its rhythms.
54 x 37 cm
Archival inkjet print on cotton rag
1 of 3 + 2 AP
NFS
In the heart of (Binjang) Wellington, NSW, a deep connection flows through the veins of its land and its people, intertwining the stories of Jeff Amatto and Jennifer Newman, both proud members of the Wiradjuri nation. Their communities are physically connected via the Wambaal (Macquarie River). Jeff hails from Wellington and Jennifer from Narromine, linked by blood through the Ah See line which traces back to Wellington. Jeff's remarkable story of transformation and resilience, captured in our film, stands as a testament to his strength and unwavering spirit within his community. Jennifer's dedicated work in delivering Aboriginal Studies talks and courses both locally and internationally has made her a vital conduit for cultural knowledge and understanding. Through their stories and our shared connection to Wellington, it is the relationships and connection to place that resonate. Without Wellington and its people, these works would not exist.
Jennifer grew up in Narromine, NSW; descended from long lines of Wiradjuri and Australian yarn spinners, Jennifer lives by the Cooks River on Wangal Country, where she contributes to local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander forums and river care groups. Jennifer has delivered Aboriginal Studies talks and courses for local and international universities, training centres and community groups. Knitting stories together, Jennifer strives for recognition and connections necessary to walk together comfortably with care and respect on Aboriginal land.
Jennifer and I first worked together during the making of the Cooks River ? series. When Jenny talked about her relationship with the Cook's River, it opened my eyes to a new way of engaging with the natural world. She described how she observes the river, noting its changes and moods, and how this practice is woven into the fabric of her life. This idea of daily engagement with nature was something I found incredibly beautiful and transformative. It's not just about observing but about forming a relationship with the environment, feeling its presence, and understanding its rhythms.
54 x 37 cm
Archival inkjet print on cotton rag
1 of 3 + 2 AP
NFS
In the heart of (Binjang) Wellington, NSW, a deep connection flows through the veins of its land and its people, intertwining the stories of Jeff Amatto and Jennifer Newman, both proud members of the Wiradjuri nation. Their communities are physically connected via the Wambaal (Macquarie River). Jeff hails from Wellington and Jennifer from Narromine, linked by blood through the Ah See line which traces back to Wellington. Jeff's remarkable story of transformation and resilience, captured in our film, stands as a testament to his strength and unwavering spirit within his community. Jennifer's dedicated work in delivering Aboriginal Studies talks and courses both locally and internationally has made her a vital conduit for cultural knowledge and understanding. Through their stories and our shared connection to Wellington, it is the relationships and connection to place that resonate. Without Wellington and its people, these works would not exist.
Jennifer grew up in Narromine, NSW; descended from long lines of Wiradjuri and Australian yarn spinners, Jennifer lives by the Cooks River on Wangal Country, where she contributes to local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander forums and river care groups. Jennifer has delivered Aboriginal Studies talks and courses for local and international universities, training centres and community groups. Knitting stories together, Jennifer strives for recognition and connections necessary to walk together comfortably with care and respect on Aboriginal land.
Jennifer and I first worked together during the making of the Cooks River ? series. When Jenny talked about her relationship with the Cook's River, it opened my eyes to a new way of engaging with the natural world. She described how she observes the river, noting its changes and moods, and how this practice is woven into the fabric of her life. This idea of daily engagement with nature was something I found incredibly beautiful and transformative. It's not just about observing but about forming a relationship with the environment, feeling its presence, and understanding its rhythms.
