Peter Rowe is a proud Trawlwoolway man (Pairrebenne clan North East Tasmania) who has exhibited in several locations including New Norfolk (Hobart) July 2021, Lismore (Art on Bundjalung 2020) Albury/Wodonga 2017-8 and the Yarra Valley 2018. Peter is a lawyer, member of the Aboriginal Art Association of Australia and was formerly an Army Reserve and full-time lawyer (last posting in Wodonga) and other locations around Australia. In previous years, he worked as a media studies teacher at Wodonga Senior Secondary College and photographer. Peter’s art practice takes him deep into the natural bush, river and rock areas and significant cultural sites in Tasmania and around the country. Combining photography and painting to explore themes of conservation and his connection to the land, Peter's work speaks to his belief that we "owe a sacred duty to protect and care for the land, air, and water." Peter's Tasmanian hideout is in Kaoota (Huon Valley TAS).

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Murray Arts interview questions:

Sunrise or sunset? Sunrise for the fresh new day, sunset for my photography for the light.

What are your tips for someone dreaming of a career in the arts? Be realistic. Finding the balance between artistic pursuits and making money is a big challenge. If you can combine the two, you are lucky. Work out your costings in order to properly structure your business, then utilise your passion to make it happen.

What would be your dream project? Travelling around Australia (especially Tasmania, outback and local region) living in my caravan whilst doing my artworks and selling and marketing online.

Text: Murray Arts Newsletter Issue 1 - February 2018