Multidisciplinary artist Ilona McGuire places love into community following the 2023 Referendum

Ilona McGuire uses her art as commentary on the political climate of 'Australia', often with a lighthearted humour as a tool for activism. Ilona has grown up embracing her Noongar and Kungarakan cultures, performing with her Noongar family since a young age. Her culture informs her artwork and promotes valuable messages and brings attention to the political climate. Combining technology with culture, Ilona has worked with drone light shows such as “Moombaki” to centre the importance of place in story, and the power of knowing the significance of an area.

Bibbulmun Noongar and Kungarakan interdisciplinary artist Ilona McGuire Source: COLE BAXTER

I actually want to lead with deep and radical love and put that in place that where it needs to be. And that's back in our communities.

Ilona McGuire

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