Celebrating the top end

Uluru and Kakadu National Park are no doubt bucket list destinations. Lara Scolari’s recent trekking adventure through the top end and central Australia made such an impression on her it resulted in a new series of artworks – TERRETORIAN.

symbolizing the burning-off periods, red reminiscent of the rust centre, and blue of the waterways. By using organic colours, forms, and lines, Lara has created a visual representation of the cyclical life of the Northern Territory’s countryside.

The red earth, breathtaking landscape and Indigenous history make the Northern Territory and Central Australia unlike anywhere else in the world. Lara spent four weeks exploring Kakadu National Park, Litchfield National Park, Kings Canyon, Alice Springs, The Larapinta Trail, Uluru and Kata Tjuta and immediately felt the power of the land.

“The energy of the area goes beyond the vivid colours and spectacular vistas – there’s such a strong connection to the native land, flora and fauna. As a contemporary visual artist, I wanted to capture this force and rhythm on canvas”.

Each piece in the TERRETORIAN series incorporates the prominent colours of the Northern Territory, with green representing new growth and the land’s ability to regenerate itself, dark charcoal grey

Arty Party

The TERRETORIAN exhibition is hosted in Lara Scolari’s brand new ‘Window Shop’ Gallery space. From 16 March until 16 April 2023 visitors can immerse themselves in the magnetic fields of the Northern Territory’s landscapes.

On Saturday 22 April 2-4pm, Lara Scolari, together with the Balmain Rozelle Chamber of Commerce, invites you to experience the Northern Territory through the eyes of Lara. The exhibition is a celebration of local female artists including Lara Scolari, Tara Eales, Elizabeth Langreiter, Dilara Niriella, Marisabel Gonzalez and Joi Murugavell.