Collection Details

Cultural Threads of Blacktown; Eastwood, Chloe and Shearley, Tay-la; 2023; BCC BNI 001

Name/TitleCultural Threads of Blacktown

About this objectDrawing from their Ngemba and Wiradjuri roots, Chloe Eastwood and Tay-la Shearley embarked on their artistic journey with the intention of deepening their cultural ties. Their shared goal is to create exquisite and distinctive artworks that weave together the stories and facets of their rich culture. Through the transformative power of art, they aim to celebrate and preserve Indigenous traditions.

One such creation, ‘Cultural Threads of Blacktown’, stands as a vibrant representation of their vision. The artwork portrays 54 communities and beautifully showcases the unity of the Blacktown community amidst the natural beauty of Dharug lands and waterways. It serves as a vibrant tapestry of life, where generations come together to share stories, knowledge and support, celebrating a rich heritage and interconnectedness. Through this artwork, Bindi Bindi Art encapsulates the essence of their artistic journey and the profound significance of their cultural identity.

MakerEastwood, Chloe and Shearley, Tay-la

Maker RoleArtist

Date Made2023

Medium and MaterialsAcrylic on canvas

Place MadeOceania, Australia, New South Wales, Sydney

Measurements110 h x 152 w x 3.5 d cm

Subject and Association KeywordsPainting

Subject and Association KeywordsFirst Nations art, artists

Subject and Association KeywordsContemporary art

Subject and Association DescriptionBindi Bindi Art is a collaboration between two Indigenous artists, Chloe Eastwood and Tay-la Shearley. Hailing proudly from Ngemba and Wiradjuri heritage, they carry a profound connection with the Darug community, which they lovingly call home. Chloe, a third-generation Aboriginal artist, and Tay-la, embarked on their artistic journey as a means to deepen their cultural ties. Their shared goal is to craft exquisite and distinctive artworks, weaving stories and facets of their rich culture into each piece, using the transformative power of art.

Named CollectionBlacktown City Art Collection

Credit Line© Chloe Eastwood and Tay-la Shearley
Acquired 2023 Blacktown City Art Prize Exhibition
Blacktown City Art Collection

Object TypePainting

Object numberBCC BNI 001