AAK NGENCH THAYAN | The Camp Dogs of Aurukun with Vanessa Merlino | Melbourne Gallery

The Ku' or camp dogs of Aurukun are some of the most recognised and celebrated characters to emerge from the Wik & Kugu Art Centre. There is playfulness in these everyday, ostensibly anti-heroic beings that have captured the attention of astute collectors. Yet, they are also bold spirits with inherent contemporary qualities and are a vehicle for cultural recognition and notoriety for the Aurukun region.
Aak Ngench Thayan is on view until 31 May in Melbourne and the gallery is open this coming Saturday.
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