Artist

Tania Major is a Kokoberra contemporary artist from Kowanyama, Cape York in northern Queensland, Australia.

Major’s painting and sculptural practice draws upon her cultural heritage and enduring connection to her land and waters. Her work explores themes of identity and spirituality, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of the knowledge held by the Kokoberra, Yir Yoront, (Kokomenjen) and Kunjen clans; the Traditional Owners and descendants of the Lower Mitchell and Alice River.

An artist, activist, and former Young Australian of the Year, Major first came to prominence in 2004 as the youngest person elected to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Commission (ATSIC).  

Tania Major’s debut solo exhibition will be presented at the Alcaston Gallery Exhibition Space, 84 William Street Melbourne in 2024

© The Artist, and Alcaston Gallery, Melbourne 2024

For an extended CV, please contact Alcaston Gallery at art@alcastongallery.com.au