Chloe’s Art Party: A Blast at White Bay

Chloe, your Chloe’s Art Party at White Bay in 2024 was a hit—life-size cut-outs of Cher and Aṉangu heroes in a giant TV set. What’s cooking for 2026?

“Oh, mate, we’re cranking it up!” Chloe chuckles, her earrings jangling. “I’m back at White Bay with Chloe’s Art Party 2.0—bigger, brighter, and a total blast. It’s a walk-in TV set with a dance floor vibe, plywood cut-outs of Dolly Parton, my Aṉangu Superman, and new mates like Beyoncé and Wonder Woman, all rocking Aṉangu dot patterns. There’s lights, music, and animations—my paintings moving, telling stories of Country and sisterhood.”

She grins wide. “The Rememory theme’s deadly—it’s about bringing back our stories, like how strong Aṉangu women are, mixed with pop stars I love. Step inside, dance, take selfies—it’s a party! I want folks to feel happy, like they’re in my world.” Chloe’s 2024 Art Party drew 174,000 visitors to White Bay, and she’s stoked to go bigger. “People loved it, so we’re making it massive this time,” she says.

Pop Culture and Aṉangu Pride: Her Inspirations

Your art mixes Dolly Parton, superheroes, and Aṉangu culture. Where’s all that joy coming from?

“Growing up in Indulkana, I was glued to TV—Superman, Wonder Woman, all those comics my cousins had,” Chloe says, voice warm. “I loved how strong those heroes were, but I’d think, ‘Why not Aṉangu?’ So I started painting my own heroes, strong kungkas (women) from my mob, with dot iconography from Country, like my granddad taught me.”

She pauses, thoughtful. “Music’s huge—Dolly, Tina, they’re my queens! I blast their tunes at Iwantja while painting, with NITV showing Blak stories. My work’s about mixing that pop world with Aṉangu life—bush tucker, flora, our yarns. It’s saying, ‘We’re still here, shining.’” Chloe’s comic-book style with Central Desert dots celebrates sisterhood and strength. “I didn’t see Aṉangu women in comics as a kid, so I’m making that now—for my mob and everyone,” she adds.

From Canvas to 3D: The Creative Process

How do you turn paintings into massive installations like Chloe’s Art Party?

“It’s a wild jump, not gonna lie!” Chloe laughs. “I start with sketches—pencil or paint, stuff my nan got me into. Then I work with my Iwantja crew—they’re family. For Art Party, we painted big canvases, cut ‘em into plywood figures with Adelaide mates. The 2026 one’s got animations, so I’m learning digital tricks—my nephew’s teaching me apps, but I’m slow!”

She chuckles. “The Biennale and Fondation Cartier are deadly—they helped make it huge, like building a giant TV. I love seeing my art go from flat to something you walk into. It’s like my paintings are alive, dancing with people.” Chloe’s process is all community, from elders’ stories to her studio’s rock ’n’ roll playlist. “I always check with my mob to keep the stories right—it’s ours, not just mine,” she says.

Chloe’s Sydney Cultural Picks

You’ve been to Sydney for the Biennale before—where should tourists go to feel the city’s art vibe?

“Sydney’s got this mad buzz!” Chloe says, eyes lighting up. “Carriageworks in Redfern’s my fave—big, raw, with Blak art and performances. You might catch a Bangarra show or a First Nations exhibit. Then, the Art Gallery of NSW’s Yiribana Gallery for Aboriginal art—proper proud stuff.”

She sips her tea. “Newtown’s street art’s unreal—King Street’s murals are like big comics. Badu Gili at the Opera House—those nightly First Nations projections at sunset—are magic, proper Blak storytelling. Grab a feed in Chinatown—Haymarket’s yum cha is next-level!” Chloe’s picks mix gritty and iconic, perfect for art-hungry tourists. “Sydney’s like my art—colourful, full of stories,” she says.

What’s Next for Chloe Wirrpanda?

With Chloe’s Art Party 2.0 rocking the Biennale, what’s next?

“I’m pumped, but knackered!” Chloe laughs. “After the Biennale, I’m planning a show at a Sydney gallery, maybe 2027, with new paintings—more Aṉangu heroes, maybe some fellas too. I’m working on kids’ books, teaching young ones about Country through my characters.”

She gets serious. “I wanna keep sharing Aṉangu stories, showing our joy. The Biennale’s a big stage to say, ‘We’re strong, we’re proud.’ I’m hoping Art Party 2.0 makes people smile, dance, feel that love.” Chloe’s dreaming big. “Maybe a giant Aṉangu Wonder Woman statue next—watch out, Sydney!” she teases.

Tips for Your Biennale Art Adventure

Chloe’s joy is infectious, so chase her vibe! Start at White Bay Power Station for Chloe’s Art Party 2.0—bus from Wynyard, book tickets online if needed. Pair it with Carriageworks for more Blak art; Redfern Station’s close. Hit Yiribana at AGNSW in the arvo, near Circular Quay. Newtown’s street art’s a morning must—train to Newtown Station. Catch Badu Gili at sunset, then yum cha in Haymarket. Don’t cram it all in—I tried that and was stuffed! Check the Biennale app for White Bay’s hours, and follow Chloe’s Insta for updates. Her art, rooted in Aṉangu Country, is pure joy—step in and let Sydney’s cultural canvas shine.