At PICA we recognise that we are situated within the unceded lands of the Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation. We pay our respects and offer our gratitude to Elders past and present. We acknowledge all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and the importance of their care and continued connection to culture, community and Country.

Always was, always will be.

Galleries are open 12–5pm. Our exhibitions are always free.

Glenn Iseger-Pilkington, Zali Morgan, Ilona McGuire, Katelyn Whitehurst, Candice Nannup

First Nations Curating Panel

First Nations Curating Panel

Join us for the closing week of All That Country Holds and Revealed and hear from leading First Nations curators. Facilitated by Glenn Iseger-Pilkington and joined by Zali Morgan, Ilona McGuire, Katelyn Whitehurst and Candice Nannup, the panel will reflect on the significance of Revealed while exploring curatorial practices and the responsibilities of storytelling through exhibition-making. 

Together, the panel will consider how curatorial work can honour cultural knowledge, strengthen community connections and shape future narratives for First Nations art and artists. 

Don’t miss the opportunity to engage in these important conversations and perspectives, hearing directly from First Nations practitioners before the exhibitions close. 

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About The Artist

Zali Morgan is a Noongar woman with ancestral connections to Whadjuk, Balladong and Wilman Boodjar. Born and raised near Wooditchup on Wardandi Boodjar, she is now based near Boorloo. Morgan’s multidisciplinary practice spans printmaking, textiles, sculpture, curating and writing. Often questioning notions of place, Morgan’s practice engages with decolonial art and discourse within Australia through both figurative and abstract representations of her surroundings and history. In 2023, Morgan won the City of South Perth Emerging Art Prize and exhibited in REVEALED at Fremantle Art Centre. Her work has also been shown at Contemporary Art Space Mandurah, Kent Street Gallery and ArtSource. Zali was previously Assistant Curator of Indigenous Art at the Art Gallery of Western Australia and has curated exhibitions at John Curtin Gallery, Edith Cowan University Gallery and Bunbury Regional Art Gallery.

Ilona McGuire is an artist and proud woman of Whadjuk, Ballardong, Yued and Kungarakan descent (Indigenous Australian). Her bloodlines run from the southwest through to the Top End in the Fitzmaurice River region of the Northern Territory. Her lifelong learning journey continues as she works in close collaboration with her family, cultural expression and historical contexts to bring creative storytelling through her visual, written and performing work. Ilona’s recent large scale works such as Karla Bidi (2025 & 2026), Moombaki (2021), Kooranup: Wadjemup (2023) and Kwejuk Nyitting (2025) have combined ancestral stories with new technologies such as animation, drone light experiences, and sound sculptures. Ilona’s creative direction continues to open spaces that invite all people to experience the innovation of ancient culture, whilst also reclaiming space and time for joy in the spirit of reconciliation. Ilona continues to explore mixed-medium installation and ephemeral work through performance and social practice as a powerful resistance to colonial anguish. Following her light show, Moombaki at the Fremantle Biennale’s 2021 festival CROSSING 21, Ilona was awarded the Schenberg Art Fellowship for Hatched (PICA) in her BA Fine Art graduating year. Going on to exhibit at Stala Contemporary, Fremantle Arts Centre, The National 4: Australian Art Now (2023), John Curtin Gallery, Cool Change Contemporary and creating a sequel light show for Moombaki, Kooranup: Wadjemup for the 2023 Fremantle Biennale festival SIGNALS 23. Ilona’s work now features in collections such as Janet Holmes à Court’s and the John Curtin Gallery.

Candice Nannup is a Willman, Ballardong Noongar emerging curator and artist based on Wardandi Boodja. Currently serving as the Noongar Country curator at Bunbury Regional Art Gallery (2025–2027), their curatorial practice is deeply rooted in cultural storytelling, community engagement and the celebration of Noongar art and identity. With a background in visual arts and textile experimentation, Nannup has explored the intersection of art and fashion, co-producing the inaugural Noongar Arts Program Fashion Show in 2024 and curating the landmark 25th Noongar Country Exhibition in 2025. Their commitment to elevating First Nations creative voices extends to exhibition development, programming and mentorship within the Noongar arts community. This includes creating youth and community workshops to upskill and build the capacity of artists, developing platforms and spaces to raise the profiles of practicing artists. Through both curatorial and artistic practice, Nannup is dedicated to fostering spaces that honour Noongar heritage, whilst pushing the boundaries of contemporary Indigenous art.

Glenn Iseger-Pilkington is a Nhanda Yamatji and Nyoongar man with Dutch and Scottish ancestry, based in Walyalup Fremantle. He is an experienced curator and cultural leader with over two decades of practice across Australia. His work focuses on First Nations curatorial frameworks, exhibition-making and cultural strategy, spanning major state, national and international projects. He has held key roles at Fremantle Arts Centre, the Western Australian Museum, the South Australian Museum and the Art Gallery of Western Australia, and has contributed to exhibitions and collaborations presented through Tarnanthi Festival, Perth Festival and Museum of Modern Art partnerships. Notable projects include NGURRA: Home in the Ngaanyatjarra Lands, developed in close collaboration with Ngaanyatjarra communities. Alongside his institutional work, Glenn has collaborated extensively with Aboriginal art centres and organisations nationwide, supporting artists and communities through exhibitions, publications and cultural initiatives.

Katelyn Whitehurst is a Wardandi and Menang Noongar woman through her father’s mother. A saltwater woman, she maintains a strong connection to ocean and Country, which deeply informs her creative and cultural practice. Katelyn is passionate about supporting the Noongar community through art and language. Her Nan, Rose Whitehurst, an advocate for Noongar language and a key contributor to the first published Noongar dictionary. Inspired by this legacy, Katelyn is committed to uplifting Aboriginal people and communities across Australia. A multidisciplinary artist, Katelyn works across painting, printmaking, weaving, and installations. Guided by concept, her work reflects the importance of language, family, and cultural connection. As a storyteller, she prioritises emotional and sensory experiences, encouraging audiences to leave with a meaningful feeling or memory. Katelyn currently works as a Project Coordinator with the Aboriginal Art Centre Hub of Western Australia (AACHWA) on the Our Country Moves project. She supports artist engagement and creative development across regional and remote art centres, contributing to exhibiting outcomes across the nation. The project will culminate in a major statewide survey exhibition. She previously curated the Noongar Country Exhibition at Bunbury Regional Gallery (2021–2023), creating immersive, community-led experiences. In 2025, she was selected for the Dhiraamalang Westfarmers Leadership Program at the NGA, further strengthening her leadership in the arts sector. Katelyn is a dedicated cultural practitioner, artist, and leader who champions community, language, and storytelling. She is committed to empowering Aboriginal artists and communities, fostering meaningful connections, and creating lasting impact across the arts sector.

Supporters

The Revealed 2026 exhibition is presented by PICA under the custodianship of the Aboriginal Art Centre Hub of Western Australia (AACHWA)—the peak advocacy and resource body for Aboriginal art centres in the state.

PICA’s second season is made possible by the generosity of our Season Patron The Ungar Family. ⁠This event is supported by PICA’s Community Engagement Partner, City of Perth.

 

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