ALISON PAGE

A descendant of the Walbanga and Wadi Wadi people of the Yuin nation, Alison Page is an award-winning designer and executive officer of the Saltwater Freshwater Arts Alliance. Exploring links between cultural identity, art and design, her work spans architecture, interiors, jewellery and public art.

Since 1997, in association with Merrima Design, Alison has worked with various urban and rural Aboriginal communities in the delivery of culturally appropriate architectural and design services. The Arts Alliance, based on the mid north coast of New South Wales, is governed by ten local Aboriginal land councils and hosts a range of cultural programs including the annual Saltwater Freshwater Festival and the National Aboriginal Design Agency.

http://www.saltwaterfreshwater.com.au/