Name: Trevor Mitchell
Language: Australian
Community: Ballarat
Biography:
I was born in Mildura Victoria, and raised on a mission on Barkindji Country. I spent a lot of time with my Aunty Sharon, who taught me to paint and learn about symbols. I learnt my culture through my mob and my Elders.
I started to paint while I was incarcerated, and was part of the “Torch Project” which provides art and cultural support to Indigenous offenders and Ex-Offenders. I learnt a lot more art skills and have now sold about 100 pieces of art.
Painting relaxes me, and has helped me cope with life. I have been residing in Ballarat since 2020.
Currawong’s Calling The spirit of Currawongs calling. The sound of bush and countryside A call, a reminder of the land we live in The calling of the Currawongs sounding, connecting and binding people to country.
Woman, Person, Man Three panels, Three energies- Connected, equal, whole