Inside Out - Curtis Taylor

Martu artist Curtis Taylor interrogates the physical and spiritual dislocation of Aboriginal people inside and outside bounds of the institution of Heathcote Hospital and the cultural deprivation they experienced in this place.

Goolugatup Heathcote has layered and deeply conflicting histories that reflect the inner conflict doubtlessly felt by generations of Aboriginal people brought to site’s historical Hospital from across Western Australia for treatment of ailments including mental illness, substance addiction, and disorderly behaviour.

Taylor’s photographs, film, bark paintings and installations echo the physical space, stories and experiences he has researched and imagined during his time on site. He urges us to interrogate the impact of receiving care and treatment away from Country and the necessity but inevitable futility of this approach to wellness for Aboriginal people.

Curtis Taylor presents this exhibition as part of TILT, an annual residency and exhibition program responding to the Goolugatup Heathcote site.

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