Satrang, Queer South Asian Art Exhibition - Trikone Australia

Illustration of a boy and an older figure sitting together, behind them is the opera house, harbour bridge and a street with foliage

Fiji Baat (cropped) by Salvin Kumar

Satrang, Queer South Asian Art - Trikone Australia
Opening Night Saturday 22 June, 6.30 - 9pm (tickets available online)
Sunday 23 June, 11am - 4pm
Chrissie Cotter Gallery, Pidcock Street Camperdown

Trikone Australia presents SATRANG, an art exhibition celebrating the vibrant intersection of South Asian queer identities through diverse artistic expressions. The exhibition featured a rich tapestry of art forms, including painting, ceramics, and performance art, all exploring the themes of intersectionality and identity. "Satrang" is a Hindi word that means "seven colours" or "colourful" (like a rainbow). It often describes something vibrant, diverse, and colourful, symbolizing a spectrum of hues and diversity.

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Participating artists

Michael Haldar Adish Jain Jay Joshi

Salvin Kumar Seema Mirpuri Monica Sisodia

Bhupen Thakker Mahesh White-Radhakrishnan

Project Outcomes

Photo of group of young women posing with drag queens at the Chrissie Cotter Gallery, one woman holds her phone and they all pose excitedly for the photo — Satrang performers and audience posing for a selfie

Photo of performer @Paye_rae in yellow sari smiling humbly — Photo of performer @Paye_rae

Group photo of SATRANG performers and artists

Photo of @visual_raven's photography collection — Photo of @visual_raven's photography work

Photo of Satrang performer @sanakhantrans getting ready - they have red paint being applied to their hands and feet by another artist — Photo of Satrang performer @sanakhantrans getting ready

Satrang group photo, performers and artists pose in front of the photos they appear in — Satrang group photo

Three Satrang performers are candidly shot watching another performance in the gallery, each wears traditional South Asian clothing — Satrang performers watch another performance

Satrang, Kunal and drag queens — Kunal and drag queens

Overview
SATRANG showcased the talents of South Asian queer artists, presenting their work in a space dedicated to highlighting their unique voices and stories. From intricate ceramics to evocative paintings, each piece invites viewers to explore the multifaceted nature of identity and creativity.

The two-day event kicked off with an Opening Night Gala on Saturday, 22 June 2024 with 100 guests piling into the Gallery. Attendees were treated to an array of performances, including live violin music, a captivating drag show, and heartfelt poetry readings. The evening will also featured an insightful artists' talk, providing a platform for the talented individuals behind the exhibition to share their stories and inspirations.

The organisers describe the benefits of being involved in the Cultural Connections program "the financial support, increased visibility and recognition for the organisation and the artists involved, and the opportunity to connect with a broader audience. The program provides valuable support to artists and organisations, promotes cultural diversity, and fosters community engagement".

Artists

9 Artists were engaged with this project