Mornington Community Art Space - Sammy Trist

 

Feature image: Artist Sammy Trist, image from her Wonga colouring book

 

Celebrate NAIDOC Week across the Mornington Peninsula’s Community Art Spaces with powerful works by First Nations artists and young people.

Experience the work of proud Taungurung woman and multidisciplinary local artist Sammy Trist, who brings together tradition and innovation through ochre painting and storytelling. Sammy’s vibrant practice, informed by over 30 years in education, inspires connection, learning, and cultural pride. The exhibition includes pages from her popular Wonga colouring book—developed in collaboration with MPRG—which introduces children to Kulin Nation language and local flora and fauna.

 

About Sammy

Immerse yourself in Traditional ochre painting, run by Sammy Trist a proud and passionate Taungurung woman of the Kulin Nation. Sammy is a multidisciplinary artist having exhibited in numerous galleries and has public sculptures, murals and creates digital designs. Sammy has a contemporary eye for an ancient artist skill. Sammy’s cultural awareness training is designed to create knowledge and unity in an inclusive manner. Sammy uses her 30years experience in the education system to professionally engage and inspire people in a friendly and safe space.

 

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Mornington Library foyer entrance, Vancouver St, Mornington, 3931, View Map