
Artworks by Aunty Lavern Johnson-Gosling
Aunty Lavern is a Gooreng Gooreng Senior Elder and proud Australian South Sea Islander woman. She creates vibrant artworks, designed to captivate young audiences, passing down culture, stories, and wisdom for the next generation to thrive, not just survive.

Artworks by Lana Syed
Lana Syed is community member of Lotus
Place, a Forgotten Australian and survivor of institutional abuse. Lana’s portrait drawings honor the advocates and community members who fought to create a safer future for children in care. Each piece is a tribute to resilience and the strength it takes to make lasting change. Her work is both memory and gratitude.
Opening Event Thursday 16 October at 2:30pm
All are welcome as we officially open the exhibition with the artists and local community. Free event.
Exhibition Showing until 1 November 2025
United Artist Project presents an exhibition about survival, community, and the protection of children.
- At Hope Street Cafe, 1/5 Hope Street, South Brisbane
- Featuring artists Lana Syed and Aunty Lavern Johnson-Gosling
We’re honoured to announce Captivating, the latest United Artists Project exhibition, which explores resilience, memory, and child protection through art.
This exhibition features the works of two incredible artists whose pieces speak to survival, community, and the protection of children. Captivating is a call to remember, listen, and protect. These artists are amplifying voices for change and inspire hope.
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