My name is Jarra Karalinar Steel I am a Multidisciplinary artist from Melbourne Australia.

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I am a Multidisciplinary artist/creative from Melbourne Australia.

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A Graduate from The University of Melbourne/ Victorian Collage of the Arts ( Graduating in 2015) with a Bachelor of Production.

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Currently finishing a Masters of Arts (in public spaces) at RMIT. ​

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My work is my an expression of my self, culture and Identity. ​

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I draw from my memories, experiences, growing up in Melbourne and on country in Boon Wurrung and Wemba Wemba culture with knowledge pasted down from my mother and family.
I also draw from my Scottish and English rich heritage. ​

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I translate all that through a contemporary lens evolving it respectfully in what ever form I wish it to take. ​

I am mainly self taught and play with as many creative disciplines as I can to visually tell a story.

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Using natural materials, found objects and computer aided design.

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I find joy in challenging myself learning new mediums. ​

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I am passionate advocate for Self-Representation of Victorian First Peoples Art and Culture and making sure it is kept alive and thriving. ​

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Lately my focus has been towards Public and Community art and looking at ways to insert contemporary cultural visual language in to the urban and digital landscape.

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Reclaiming space and belonging.​

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I'm also keen to explore Indigenous Futurism for future projects in the digital public space.

 

For more info and my CV go to http://www.karalinar.com/bio