From 9 August to 16 November 2025, Bunjil Place in Narre Warren will host Jennifer Mills: In the Echo Chamber, a major survey exhibition celebrating the remarkable 30-year career of award-winning Australian artist Jennifer Mills.
This comprehensive showcase brings together over 100 works, offering an in-depth exploration of Mills’ unique artistic practice and the themes that have defined her career.
A Journey Through 30 Years of Art
Jennifer Mills has long captivated audiences with her mastery of watercolour, a medium she uses to explore the delicate interplay of presence and absence. Her works often begin with found photographic imagery, which she transforms through techniques such as oil pastel, scissors, and physical erasure. By disrupting the original narrative, Mills creates visual spaces where memory, ambiguity, and silence take center stage. Her art reflects on themes of memory, identity, and the fragmented nature of images and meaning, inviting viewers to engage with her work on a deeply personal level.
The exhibition delves into Mills’ exploration of diverse subjects, including cult television shows, costumes and disguise, childhood, and disability. It’s a rare opportunity to see her works in dialogue with one another, offering fresh insights into her creative evolution.
A Collaborative Legacy
Mills shares her excitement about the exhibition, saying, “I was thrilled when Penny Teale, curator from Bunjil Place, first approached me about this survey exhibition. It will be my first opportunity to see my work in dialogue with one another in one space. This is a privilege that I will share with my son, Darcy Luker, who has collaborated on many works with me over the past few years.”
Born in 1966, Mills lives and works in Narrm (Melbourne) and has been a prominent figure in the Australian art scene for decades. She has exhibited regularly with Darren Knight Gallery since 1997 and has been a finalist in numerous prestigious art prizes, including the Dobell Drawing Prize, Paul Guest Drawing Prize, Geelong Art Prize, and Ravenswood Australian Women’s Art Prize. In 2018, she won the Splash: McClelland Contemporary Watercolour Award, further cementing her reputation as a leading contemporary artist.
A Career of Distinction
Mills’ work has been featured in significant exhibitions, including Contemporary Australia: Women at the Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane, in 2012. Her art has also been included in group exhibitions such as Contemporary Australian Drawings 1 (RMIT Gallery, Melbourne, 2010), Darwin’s Bastards (Verge Gallery, University of Sydney, 2009), and Strange Beauty (Linden Centre for Contemporary Arts, Melbourne, 2007). Her ability to push the boundaries of watercolour and drawing has made her a standout in the Australian art world.
Public Programs and More
To complement the exhibition, a range of public programs will be offered, providing visitors with opportunities to engage more deeply with Mills’ work and the themes she explores. These programs will further highlight the artist’s innovative approach and her impact on contemporary art.
Jennifer Mills: In the Echo Chamber is a must-see exhibition for art enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Don’t miss this chance to experience the career-spanning works of one of Australia’s most celebrated artists.
Exhibition Details:
- Dates: 9 August – 16 November 2025
- Location: Bunjil Place, 2 Patrick Northeast Drive, Narre Warren
- Website: www.bunjilplace.com.au
Mark your calendars and step into the echo chamber of Jennifer Mills’ extraordinary artistic journey.