Artists in Residence

Proud of his Noongar heritage, his country and the place where he grew up, Troy has combined those passions into Ngalang Wongi Aboriginal Cultural Tours and uses his skills in tourism and storytelling to promote his greatest passion… his homeland and the cultural heritage of his people.

As a celebrated Australian artist, Troy has played a significant role in numerous public art projects in and around Bunbury. Those closest to his heart are projects that honour and celebrate the historical and cultural contributions of the local Noongar community. Renowned for his gouache landscapes and abstract acrylic paintings, Troy employs an earthy palette and sometimes incorporates sand and dirt into his works. His art reflects Noongar journeys, song cycles, and the six unique Noongar seasons, celebrating his heritage and the land where he grew up.

Troy Bennell joined the BRAG family in 1999 before transitioning to the Indigenous Arts Development Officer role in 2001. In this role, he collaborated with the WA Department of Education to facilitate art education in regional primary schools. Over the past 23 years, Troy  has made leaps and bounds and continues to be instrumental in promoting and supporting Noongar artists and Noongar culture.

Additionally, Troy is deeply committed to working with local Indigenous youth, developing ‘on country’ programs designed to support at-risk young people by connecting them with positive role models from their community.

Discover more about Troy and the great work he does via his page Troy Bennells Art Page