Colours of Country-Celebrating Our Stories
Join us for a very special exhibition of our trio of local artists John Sara, Kim Kiosses & Josh Whiteland
Colours of Country: Celebrating Stories
March 28-April 11 2025
Yallingup Aboriginal Art is proud to present Colours of Country, a special exhibition bringing together the works of Josh Whiteland, Kim Kiosess and John Sara — three Noongar artists sharing their deep connections to the places they live, come from and carry through their ancestors.
This exhibition celebrates the colours, stories and living knowledge of Country — from the land, waterways and oceans to the sky, the changing seasons, native foods and the enduring importance of belonging and family. Each artist offers a personal perspective shaped by culture, memory and connection to Country.
Josh Whiteland of Koomal Dreaming, a Wadandi Custodian born in Busselton, shares stories centred on harmonious living on Wadandi Boodja. His work reflects the relationships between people, native animals and plants, and the rhythms of the Noongar Six Seasons. Josh draws daily inspiration from his role as both artist and educator, honouring and sharing knowledge of his ancient lands.
John Sara and Kim Kiosses are a father-daughter duo of accomplished Noongar artists who live and create on Wadandi Boodja. John and Kim’s heritage traces to Ballardong country (Wheatbelt), Whadjuk country (Perth) and Banjima country (Pilbara).
John’s paintings speak of stories passed down over generations, family history and the land he holds close to his heart. We are honoured to welcome him back to painting after a long break. This exhibition includes both earlier works and newly created paintings.
Inspired by her father, Kim’s paintings tell stories of Family, Connection to Culture and Country. Over the past two years she has become one of the gallery’s most sought after artists.
Colours of Country invites audiences to experience the richness of Noongar stories and the powerful connections between art, culture and place.
Join us for Opening Night March 28th 2026
We look forward to welcoming you opening night to experience a welcome to country by Josh and a chance to meet with Josh, Kim and John and experience their stories and beautiful piceces.
Exhibition Opening Night: Sat March 28th 5.00-7.30PM with wines by Jilyara and gourmet nibbles
Venue: Yallingup Aboriginal Art, 3057 Caves Road Yallingup (at the entrance to Yallingup Maze)
Coming soon: exhibtion online preview
RSVP for opening night to [email protected]
Colours of Country Celebrating Our Stories runs from Sat March 28th- 15th April 2026. Our gallery hours our 10AM-4PM (closes Good Friday and Easter Sunday)
