Amy Hammond (Gamilaroi)

Amy Hammond is a Gamilaroi Yinarr from the Moree and Wellington communities of NSW and is based in Tamworth. Committed to First Nations ways of being and knowing, Hammond exclusively uses native grasses and responsibly sourced materials, collected and prepared by hand. Her work harnesses the physicality and materiality of traditional Murri and Koori weaving to create contemporary objects and narratives.

By applying ancestral techniques to both traditional and non-traditional forms, Hammond demonstrates that traditional weaving is a living, evolving art form capable of bridging past and present.

09_Amy Hammond_Dhinawangu Walay (Emu Country)_Courtesy of Tamworth Regional Gallery

Dancing Hands

June 28 — August 2, 2025

Curated by Maya Hodge (Lardil)

Dancing Hands showcases six Aboriginal women artists at different stages of their careers working across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, and South Australia.

Through their craft, these artists illuminate the enduring strength of First Peoples' storytelling, culture and community. Each artist brings their unique experiences and creative approaches, contributing to the rich tapestry of contemporary Aboriginal art and design.

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