Robert Fielding’s Mayatjara series, recently acquired by @portraitau is now on display in Gallery 1. When I photograph my Elders, there remains much secretiveness around them. Their eyes have seen much, their stories held in everything they do, everything they create. Their knowledge is part of us, our culture, our country, our future. Their presence is an unmoving reminder of the fact that we have been linked to this landscape since time immemorial. Each of these individuals has their own stories to tell. I have created this portrait series for you to meet some of the most important people of my community, famous artists, storytellers, grandfathers, grandmothers, the matriarchs and patriarchs of our culture. – @robertfielding_ Mayatjara 2021 by Robert Fielding National Portrait Gallery of Australia © Robert Fielding and Mimili Maku Arts