Lines in Country

Lines in Country by Tom McMurray Opens at Touchstone Gallery

April 3 - April 28, 2024

Washington, DC–Touchstone Gallery presents Lines in Country, a photography exhibition by Tom McMurray. This series of aerial photographs, taken from helicopters over an 18 month period in Northwest Australia, takes inspiration from 30,000 year old rock art and contemporary aboriginal artwork to reflect the underlying majesty of land that is constantly under threat.

This exhibition is part of a larger effort to raise awareness and protect the Kimberley and Pilbara regions. McMurray was part of a team of photographers and filmmakers that documented the lives of five people and told their stories of protecting a way of life in Keeping Country, a documentary film. For the film’s subjects, Country is defined as a sense of belonging and identity that is deeply spiritual and forms the basis of their belief system and connection to their ancestors.

As an artist based in Boulder, Colorado, Tom McMurray’s work centers on the exploration of cultural landscapes through the lens of aerial and documentary photography. With a keen eye for capturing the spirit of remote locations, McMurray’s work evokes a strong sense of feeling and emotion—inviting viewers to contemplate the essence of the landscape and the elements within. Through his work, McMurray strives to create a visual dialogue between viewer and subject, illuminating the intricate beauty of our planet’s most mesmerizing and often overlooked corners.

An Opening Reception will be held on Saturday, April 6 from 4-6 pm. There will also be an artist talk, Art, Wilderness, and Terra Nullius, held on Saturday, April 6 at 3:00 pm.

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