New art exhibition brings world events to Campbelltown

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Field Recording (film still), 2025. Image by Kuba Dorabialski.

In every room, an exhibition of new commissions and existing works by leading contemporary artists from around Australia opens at Campbelltown Arts Centre on Saturday.

The artists are Lara Chamas, Jagath Dheerasekara, Kuba Dorabialski, Roberta Joy Rich, Sancintya Mohini Simpson and Curtis Taylor and the exhibition draws on their personal and communal histories, pointing to tragic political projects from around the world.

In a major new multi-channel video installation, Gaja: a story of the elephant’ local artist Jagath Dheerasekara sheds light on the impact of colonisation on Sri Lanka through the declining numbers of the Sri Lankan elephant.

This large-scale installation combines performance with screen printed and embroidered garments.

In this vibrant space, Jagath invites us into a world of colour and joy – clothing a morbid reality in playful disguise.

In Field Recording, a new film by Sydney-based artist Kuba Dorabialski, the artist engages with the historical events of the siege of Sarajevo.

Filmed in and around the city of Sarajevo, Dorabialski asks questions that are important for us to consider in heightened moments of conflict: who has the right and who has the responsibility to tell the story?

Melbourne-based Roberta Joy Rich has created a new video and sound installation which follows the life of Khoikhoi chief David Sturrnam, telling a largely untold story of African resilience and tenacity.

Since discovering he was sentenced and subsequently banished upon the Brampton, the artist has traced his historical footnotes – both astounded and fascinated by his presence in convict-era, nation-state Australia.

The work encourages audiences to honour the lives and histories of those who fought and continue to fight for justice.

In every room is curated by Eddie Abd, Isabelle Morgan and Emily Rolfe.

“We’re proud to have such an incredible exhibition showing here in Campbelltown,’’ says Mayor of Campbelltown, Darcy Lound.

In every room presents our residents with an opportunity to experience exceptional work close to home and strengthens our presence as a thriving destination for the arts.”

Exhibition dates: 5 July – 14 September 2025.

Artist talks: Saturday 5 July, 4-5pm.

Opening event: Saturday 5 July, 5pm to 7pm.

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