The extraordinary landscape of Central Australia comes to life with exciting new ceramics by THE HERMANNSBURG POTTERS, a group of Arrernte women artists who create hand-built terracotta pots that vibrantly depict life and culture in the Central Desert.

Based at the former Lutheran mission situated at the remote foothills of the MacDonnell Ranges, 130 kilometres west of Alice Springs, The Hermannsburg Potters use their surrounding environment as inspiration for their art, as the pots depict the native flora and fauna in the area, including the colourful birds and animals, as well as everyday life in the community.

The Hermannsburg Potters follow in the footsteps of world renowned artist Albert Namatjira, as they take inspiration from his love of country. A hand-picked selection of watercolour paintings by Arrernte artists Douglas Abbott and Lenie Namatjira, granddaughter of Albert Namatjira, from Ngurratjuta Illtja Ntjarra, Northern Territory will accompany these magnificent pots.

Alcaston Gallery is thrilled to exhibit these stunning ceramics and watercolour paintings from Hermannsburg, Northern Territory.

- Beverly Knight 2012