The First Word with Tony Albert
Photography by Manolo Campion
Tony Albert, Mid Century Modern-Australia, 2016. Courtesy of the artist and Sullivan+Strumpf
Acknowledgement of Country
Dear Friends,
My name is Tony Albert, and I am one of the many artists involved in this incredible publication. My family belongs to the Girramay, Yidindji and Kuku Yalandji people.
Along With Michelle Grey and Susan Armstrong, we are confident that we can speak
for all the amazing artists in acknowledging the Custodians of the land and waters of which we all live and work. The inspirational communities who have cared for the country from time immemorial to forever.
We pay our deepest respect and acknowledge Elders, past and present, and recognise all the young leaders who continue to carry the flame of our ancestors. This extends to all our Brothers and Sisters throughout Australia and the world.
Finally, when we use terms like Brother, Sister, Aunty and Uncle, they are cultural terms of endearment that encompass all our wonderful allies who stand with and beside us. So, we believe this short introduction and acknowledgement resonates from and through all the amazing participants and partners in this publication.
May we promote a vision not of ownership but of BELONGING.
X Tony Albert
