About the Artists

Kowa has been fortunate to collaborate with a number of talented First Nations artists who have contributed to our visual identity and helped us bring our message to life.

We are grateful for the contributions of these talented artists who have helped us shape the visual identity of Kowa and bring our message to life.

John Hill

John designed the iconic Kowa logo and partnered with us on various place-making projects. His artistic vision captures the essence of our work, blending traditional and contemporary elements to create a powerful visual language.

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Amy Allerton

Amy played a key role in shaping Kowa's branding and visual identity. She has been a creative partner on numerous client projects and local place-making initiatives. Her artistic talent and deep understanding of First Nations cultures have enriched our work immeasurably.

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Oumoula McKenzie

Oumoula's artistic journey began with Kowa, where he created animations and designs that brought our work to life. He has since established his own successful business, using his art to spark conversations and challenge perspectives. We are proud to have played a part in his development and continue to be inspired by his powerful work.

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Wayde Clarke

Wayde's artistic contributions have enriched our 2WUMEL course, bringing complex concepts to life through his engaging designs and resources. He has also shared his expertise as a workshop facilitator, inspiring participants with his creative energy and passion for First Nations knowledge systems.

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Charmaine Mumbulla

Charmaine's creative talent has shaped a number of practical tools that we use in our everyday work at Kowa. Her designs are not only visually appealing but also deeply meaningful, reflecting her strong connection to First Nations cultures and knowledge systems.

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Tylah Mundine

Tylah has been a valued freelance design partner for many years, bringing her expertise in graphic facilitation, graphic design, and deliverable development to a wide range of Kowa projects. Her ability to translate complex ideas into clear and engaging visuals has been instrumental in our success.

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Sheldon ‘Sj’ Harrington

Widjabul Artist and designer from the Bundjalung Nation on the Far North Coast of New South Wales. I have been painting, creating and designing for more than 10 years and continue to learn and share the knowledge that has been passed down through my family.

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Chloe Wegner

A Garrwa woman, Chloe is committed to creating art for positive social change.

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