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EthicalJobs.com.au wants to double your donation to The Torch
Until 12 noon on Thursday 5 September EthicalJobs.com.au are matching your donations to The Torch: DONATE NOW Will you be a Future Dreamer and help 300 First Nations artists envision a new future for themselves? The latest Closing the Gap report shows that adult incarceration across Australia is increasing. And while most First Nations people
New Indigenous Arts Officers
Please join us in welcoming Chris Hume and Daniel Laird to The Torch family. They have come on board as Indigenous Arts Officers, who are integral to The Torch program and we are excited to have these extremely talented people take up the positions. Chris is a Yorta Yorta and Boonwurrung man with a dedicated
Torch Artists Secure Aboriginal Creative Residency at Boyd Studios
Torch artists Stacey Edwards (Taungurung/Boonwurrung peoples) and Thelma Beeton (Palawa people) have been selected for the Aboriginal Creative Residency at Boyd Studios! This incredible opportunity is a testament to their exceptional talent, dedication to their craft and the hard work they have put in. Torch Arts Officer and proud Ngarrindjeri woman, Flick Chafer-Smith, provided unwavering
NAIDOC Week 2024
The Torch proudly supports this year’s NAIDOC Week 2024 theme – Keep the Fire Burning! – Blak, Loud and Proud. The flame has been the visual symbol of The Torch logo for over 25 years; the original accompanying text was “Art that sparks social change”. In line with this year’s NAIDOC Week 2024 theme, The
Lightscape Melbourne
This winter, as The Royal Botanic Gardens transforms into a wonderland of light and sound with Lightscape Melbourne, The Torch is proud to be a part of the magic! From June 14th to August 4th, wander the illuminated trail and immerse yourself in a unique cultural experience alongside the dazzling light displays. Nestled beside the
Artist Insights: J.Kirby
After Confined 15, you may already be familiar with the work from proud Wadi Wadi/Wemba Wemba man, J.Kirby. His work Ceremony Grounds was selected as the promotional image for the exhibition and also won The Lechte Connection to Culture Acquisitive Award, an award that expresses a strong connection to Culture. Ceremony Grounds reminds us of home
Instant Asset Write-off to buy art as a tax deduction
Invest in Change This EOFY using the Instant Asset Write-Off scheme on Art! Creating new pathways through art and culture for First Nations people who have been incarcerated is our mission at The Torch. But did you know your business can support this mission while also benefiting from a tax deduction? The “Instant Asset Write-off”
Confined 15 Award Winners
Here are the Confined 15 Award Winners. Confined 15 exhibition is live now. Each year, a series of awards are presented. Click the award-winning artist’s name to see their works in stock. Dennis Thorpe Awards (Marc Family) Two awards. This is a monetary award for In-Community artists who have made a significant connection and contribution
Latrobe Regional Hospital Art by Alfred Carter
The Torch is thrilled to see the new Latrobe Regional Hospital commission from proud Gunaikurnai man and Torch artist Alfred Carter which is proudly on display as part of their ‘world-class’ $223.5 million Stage 3A expansion. Alfie sought out this opportunity himself and brought it to fruition with support from his Indigenous Arts Officer Sean Miller.
’30 Leaving Their Mark’ award winner Kent Morris
Proud Barkindji man and Torch Creative Director Kent Morris has been recognised in Grant Burge Wines’ inaugural 30 Leaving Their Mark awards. The awards recognised 30 inspiring Australians who are building a legacy of community, culture and innovation. Kent was one of ten winners in the award’s Culture category, thanks to his ongoing work at The Torch