Explore Art Projections — Large-Scale Contemporary Aboriginal Art
Discover immersive Aboriginal art projections by Deborah Bonar, bringing abstract paintings to life across architectural and public spaces in Perth, Mandurah, and beyond.
Experience cultural storytelling at scale, where colour, movement, and Country are translated into visually striking installations.
Experience cultural storytelling at scale, where colour, movement, and Country are translated into visually striking installations.
What are Art Projections?
Art projections are large-scale digital installations where artworks are projected onto buildings, structures, and public spaces. Using light, scale, and movement, Deborah Bonar’s abstract paintings transform into immersive experiences that engage communities and audiences in new ways.
These projections allow Aboriginal storytelling to reach beyond the canvas, creating shared cultural experiences in modern urban and architectural environments.
Why Art Projections Matter
Deborah Bonar’s art projections are more than visual spectacles — they are cultural storytelling in motion. Art projections can be created for a wide range of settings. They are particularly powerful where visibility, inclusivity, and shared experience are central.
Benefits include:
- Showcasing contemporary Aboriginal art at a scale that inspires and engages
- Extending Country and heritage into public spaces
- Supporting corporate, community, and RAP initiatives with meaningful, site-specific artwork
- Creating interactive, immersive environments that captivate audiences
Suitable For:
- Public events and festivals
- Corporate and team activations
- Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) projects
- Civic buildings and architectural landmarks
- Schools, community gatherings, and cultural celebrations
Cultural Storytelling at Scale
Large-scale art projections allow Aboriginal storytelling to be experienced collectively. By transforming buildings and public environments into living artworks, these projections invite audiences to engage with culture in a contemporary, accessible way.
Deborah’s abstract visual language — inspired by Country, movement, and connection — adapts naturally to scale. When projected, her works create moments of reflection, presence, and dialogue, offering new ways to experience Aboriginal art within modern public spaces.
Contemporary Aboriginal Art in Public Space
Immerse yourself in Deborah Bonar’s large-scale contemporary Aboriginal art projections, brought to life in collaboration with Vjzoo.
These immersive visual works translate her abstract paintings into architectural and public environments, extending cultural storytelling into new spatial forms. Each projection is thoughtfully developed to respect context, place, and purpose, while celebrating the power of Aboriginal art in contemporary settings.
Highlights — Major Projection Projects
Through public art and immersive installations, Vjzoo has transformed Deborah Bonar’s artworks into dynamic, engaging experiences, including:
- 2024 — Perth City Cultural Hub, Yagan Square, reopening with giant numbat puppet projections
- 2022 — Perth Airport, Borders Opening, immersive tower projection mapping
- 2021 — Geraldton Cove, Batavia Marina, Light Yamaji Art Show projections.
- 2017 — Subiaco Arts Centre, 60th Anniversary Celebration, building art projections with Noongar dancer overlay
- 2015 — Curtin University Building, campus digital wall art projections
Each projection is carefully designed to respect place, context, and the communities involved.
The details on each project.
2024 — Illuminate Yagan Square
Three of Deborah Bonar’s paintings projected onto a giant numbat puppet for the Illuminate Yagan Square reopening and unveiling, alongside Twine and Spare Puppets Theatre Company.
2022 — Perth Airport Tower
A painting projected onto the Perth Airport Tower for the Borders Opening, marking a post-Covid celebration.
2021 — Geraldton Cove, Batavia Marina Light Yamaji Art Show
Painting images projected during the Geraldton Cove Light Yamaji Art Show, highlighting contemporary Aboriginal art in a public waterfront setting.
2017 — Subiaco Arts Centre Building
Twelve paintings projected onto the Subiaco Arts Centre Building for its 60th Anniversary, featuring a Noongar dancer superimposed over the artwork.
2015 — Curtin University Building
Painting images projected onto Curtin University’s digital wall, bringing contemporary Aboriginal art into a public campus setting.
See Art Projections in Action
Images of Deborah Bonar’s large-scale projections showcase abstract artworks transformed into public installations. Each projection is a celebration of colour, movement, and connection to Country.
Images include installations across Perth, bringing cultural storytelling into urban and architectural environments.
WOW — experience the power of Deborah Bonar’s Aboriginal art in stunning projections.
2024 Illuminate Yagan Square
2022 Perth Airport Tower
2021 Geraldton Cove – Batavia Marina Light Yamaji Art Show
2017
Subiaco Arts Centre Building
2015
Curtin University Building
Why Choose Deborah Bonar?
Local Expertise: Based in Perth & Mandurah, WAContemporary Aboriginal Practice: Gija & Yamaji heritage informs all artworksCulturally Respectful: Each project honours Aboriginal storiesFlexible Scale: From immersive public art to bespoke corporate installations
Location & Reach
Deborah Bonar delivers art projections and workshops across Western Australia, including Perth, Mandurah, and regional communities. She works with schools, councils, corporations, and community organisations to make Aboriginal art accessible at scale.
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Aboriginal Art Workshops in Perth & Mandurah
Engage with contemporary Aboriginal art techniques in hands-on workshops facilitated by Deborah Bonar. Perfect for individuals, groups, schools, and corporate teams.
Fine Art Prints & Original Paintings
Bring vibrant Aboriginal artworks into your home or office. Museum-quality prints and original paintings are available for purchase online, shipped Australia-wide.
Bespoke & RAP Art Commissions
Collaborate with Deborah Bonar to create a meaningful, site-specific artwork for your home, workplace, or RAP initiative. Each piece is carefully tailored to context, scale, and cultural significance.