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Melissa Ladkin

Awabakal Wonarua Bundjalung

Painting and drawing on all media; Weaving; Sculpture or installation; Wood and/or stone crafted objects

Artist Member

Melissa Ladkin

Awabakal Wonarua Bundjalung

Melissa is a multidisciplinary artist and a proud descendant of the Awabakal, Wonnarua, and Bundjalung
peoples, living on Bundjalung Jugun. Her practice spans painting, sculpture, weaving, and curation, with
each forming a testament to her deep connection with Country, community, and conservation.
Rooted in Indigenous knowledge systems, Melissa’s work is grounded in the ancient, sentient energy of
ochre - a sacred medium she reveres as alive and alchemical, rich with ancestral spirit and wisdom learned
over deep time.
Her art, a continuous act of ceremony, is guided by the belief that Country teaches us, nurtures us, and
holds the stories of countless generations. Reciprocity with Country and community are the guiding threads that weave through her practice and reflect the multi-layered history of our enduring connection to Country.

Contact details

address: NSW 2481
email:mladkin@bigpond.net.au
phone:0266854564
ABN:41201689215

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Indigenous Art Code acknowledges the Traditional Owners and custodians of Country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to the land, waters and skies, often expressed through art. We pay our respects to artists, Elders and community members past, present and future.