First Nations Products
Gabirra stocks a range of First Nations products come and visit to see what we have in store.
Currently we are stocking:
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Murnong Mammas Bush Tucker
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Occulture Jewellery ​​​
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Hand Dyed Raffia
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Postcards
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Range of Jewellery items
Weaving by
Arkeria rose Armstrong
Arkeria in more recent years has practiced weaving in collective circles. This has allowed her to explore artistic expression within weaving practice. She acknowledges and gives gratitude to the many Aunties and Sistas who have sat and shared.
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Arkeria also sells hand dyed natural raffia through Gabirra.
Artefacts by
Uncle Mark Fernando
Uncle Mark Fernando is a Yuwaalaraay, Gamilarray man from NSW. Born on Gamilaraay Country in Coonamble NSW, he lived in the Lightning Ridge area for 15 years. He now resides in Victoria on Gunaikurnai Country where he has lived for the past 12 years.
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Uncle Mark is self taught working on wood for over 20 years. His work is made from a collection of predominantly Red Box, Yellow Box and Red river gum which has all been collected from Gamilaraay Country.
His work showcases the natural form of wood with selected pieces sharing his stories through burning. He creates a range of clapsticks, coolamons, digeridoos and other collectibles.
Artistic works by Harriet McGhee
Harriet is a proud 10-year-old Gamilaraay, Bigambul, Yuwaalaraay and Filipino artist. Daughter of Arkeria and her partner Chris she brings creativity, curiosity and joy to everything she does.
Harriet exhibited a piece in her first exhibition last year at the Castlemaine information centre for Reconciliation Week, marking an exciting step in her artistic journey. She continues to explore and share her work through a range of mediums, including acrylic on linen, pencil on paper, and other materials. Visitors to the gallery will spot her newest creations popping up at Gabirra from time to time.
