Bendigo Art Gallery

Welcome to the second episode of The Gallery Talk.

I'm Emma Bozowski, curator at Bendigo Art Gallery.

In this conversation, Rosie reflects on the ideas behind Thrifty Swifty, a spectacular installation inspired by the critically endangered swift parrot built from hundreds of handmade elements, reused materials and community contributions.

we'll explore Rosie's creative journey from growing up in regional New South Wales to exhibiting across the country, as well as her passion for sustainability and craft, and her belief that art should be welcoming, accessible, and filled with a sense of play.

We recognise and extend our appreciation to the Dja Dja Wurrung peoples of the Kulin Nation as the traditional owners of this land.

We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all First Nations people listening to this podcast today.

Hi everyone, I'm Emma Bozowski, Curator at Bendigo Art Gallery.

While the gallery undergoes its transformation, art continues to emerge across the city.

As Wendy greets Rex like a long-lost friend, the morning sun is streaming through the balcony windows of the View Street apartment.

Outside, there's demolition work at the site of the Bendigo Art Gallery.

The jackhammers sound the multi-million dollar makeover.

Karina, Rex, and I are back sitting at the dining table after a caffeine boost at the Anxious Goat Cafe.