South Australian artists with disability given the spotlight

Aboriginal artist Joan Kartinyeri showcasing a wide range of artworks at the Myriad Art Exhibition. Picture: SUPPLIED

THE Myriad Art Exhibition has been calling for expressions of interest from talented artists living with disability for its 2024 outing.

The exhibition is designed for ages 16 and over who have identified as living with a disability and who wishes to express their artistic side through the format of an exhibition.

The exhibition, presented in partnership with the South Australian Living Artists (SALA) and the State Library of South Australia, is now prepared to hosts its sixth year as all artworks will be displayed for two weeks, with many artists choosing to sell their works.

The 2023 exhibition featured a record-breaking 69 South Australian artists,130 feature artists over 1,300 visitors.

Community Living Australia chief executive Mark Kulinski said the 2024 event was already seeing rapid growth compared to previous years in artist numbers and interest from the South Australian disability arts community.

“Myriad is a fast-growing community where South Australian artists are given a platform to empower self-expression and pursue their artistic dreams”, Mr Kulinski said.

“This year momentum is already starting to build around Myriad, and we are seeking expressions of interest from artists.

“This is such an exciting phase, and we cannot wait to see the exhibition come to life”.

Expressions of interest for this year’s Myriad Art Exhibition will close on 28 March 2024.

Official registrations for interested artists will open on April 1 2024 after the initial expressions of interest period.