Explore the contemporary paintings of Yuriyal Eric Bridgeman in an artist talk inside Art of the Pacific: From the NGV Collection. Hosted by an NGV Curator, Bridgeman will share insights into his wider practice, and experience of revitalising the kuman (shield).
About the artist
Yuriyal Eric Bridgeman is a multi-disciplinary artist based in Australia and Papua New Guinea. He works in photographic portraiture, video, sculpture, installation, drawing, and painting. Bridgeman’s photographic and new media works examine social commentary and portraiture, while his painting practice is strongly influenced by his connection to men’s practices of his tribe, Yuri Alaiku of the Simbu province of PNG. He is the co-founder of artist collective Haus Yuriyal (Jiwaka, PNG) in which he serves the role as artist and facilitator of the group’s contemporary art projects.
This talk is a part of NGV Pacific Community Day. Come and celebrate the creativity and diversity of Victoria’s Pasifika community with a vibrant day of festivities showcasing Pasifika art, culture and community.