On ‘I am a...’
Luke D King in conversation with artist Ravi Vasavan will delve into the extended artistic themes of his works, focusing on the evolution of access practices and their impact on artistic expression and audience engagement. The nuanced process of language translation—from spoken to written word, and then to Auslan—illustrates the transformative layers of meaning at each stage, prompting a reevaluation of communication and interpretation in the arts.
Throwing back to 'I Am A...' presented at Next Wave in 2018, Luke and Ravi will engage in a critical dialogue about repetition and difference within the Australian art industry, exploring their effects on access and inclusivity. This discussion will evolve into an interactive session, inviting audience participation to directly experience and expand upon these themes, fostering a collaborative exploration of the arts' potential.
Watch Luke King's Auslan program flyer.
Time: 1pm
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: narrm ngarrgu Library
141 Therry St, Melbourne
Level 1 Event Space
Access information
- The library is physically accessible with lifts across all 3 floors. You can get to the library by tram, train or car. Entry to the library is step-free. Inside there is a hearing loop, lifts and accessible bathrooms.
- This session will be Auslan interpreted and captioned. It will also be recorded for on-demand viewing after the event. Please note, the speakers will use Auslan and Auslan interpreters to convey in spoken English.
- Download the narrm ngarrgu Library transport and parking information (.docx)
- Download the narrm ngarggu Library transport and parking information(.pdf)
Visual story
Download the narrm ngarrgu Library visual story(.docx)
Download the narrm ngarggu Library visual story (.pdf)
Other information
- Ages 18+
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Photo by Abigail G
Luke King
Luke D King, a Deaf artist on Wurundjeri land, is a multidisciplinary creator with a VCA honours degree, 2015. His art spans paper-based works, portraiture, dance, and performance, with notable showcases at Tinning Street, For Heart Co., and Counihan Gallery. Involved in the 2018 Next Wave art festival, King advocates for Deaf artists and is a key figure in Naarm's Deaf community. He consults for Arts House, Chunky Move, Creative Victoria, also educating and mentoring emerging artists.
Photo by Emily Short
Ravi Vasavan
Ravi Vasavan, an Australian artist and designer, blends design with technology at Convo to drive social impact. Previously at Koto in London, he developed unique art, brand, and digital experiences for a diverse client base. His deep connection to the deaf community enriches his work, focusing on proactive engagement and representation. A founding member of Deaf Arts Residency, Ravi actively promotes the deaf arts scene and advocates for unique perspectives within creative industries.