Beimop Tapim
Photograph by Belinda Mason OAM 2014, inkjet on brushed aluminium 60cm x 40cm Dauareb man from Mer Island in the Torres Strait Islands Leading Seaman Survival Equipment LSSERoyal Australian Navy 1966 – 1986 Australian Service Medal 1945-75 with clasp FESRDefence Force Service MedalNational MedalAustralian Defence Medal “The program that runs currently to help Aboriginal and […]…
Barry Gissell (deceased)
Photograph by Belinda Mason OAM 2014, inkjet on brushed aluminium 60cm x 40cm Murrawarri Mob Temporary Sergeant Australian Army 2 years National Service 1969 to 1971 Australian Active Service Medal 1945-75 with clasp Vietnam Vietnam Medal Australian Defence Medal Anniversary of National Service 1951-1972 Medal Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal Infantry Combat Badge “Never know […]…
Alan Patterson
Photograph by Belinda Mason OAM 2016, inkjet on brushed aluminium 60cm x 40cm Gungaandji (Yarrabah, North Queensland) Able Seaman Royal Australian Navy Australian Operational Service Medal – Border Protection Australian Operational Service Medal – Greater Middle East Operation Australian Defence Medal “Honoured to be serving my country and people. And making a difference for our […]…
Raba Nona
Photograph by Belinda Mason OAM 2022, inkjet on brushed aluminium 60cm x 40cm Argan and Taipathigi Leading AircraftwomanRoyal Australian Air Force National Emergency MedalAustralian Defence Medal “It does not matter how slow you go, as long as you do not stop.” My Father was born in Bedfordshire in England and immigrated to Australia back in […]…
Anastasia O’Neil
Photograph by Belinda Mason OAM 2022, inkjet on brushed aluminium 60cm x 40cm Kooma Country Leading Aircraftwoman Royal Australian Air Force Australian Defence Medal “I will serve our people with the same dedication as our ancestors, drawing strength from the pride in our Country, and a commitment to uplift and help those in need.” I […]…
Brett Leddy
Photograph by Belinda Mason OAM 2022, inkjet on brushed aluminium 60cm x 40cm Wiradjuri CorporalRoyal Australian Air Force Australian Active Service Medal with clasp ICATAfghanistan MedalAustralian Operational Service Medal – Greater Middle East Operation (2 tours)Defence Long Service MedalAustralian Defence Medal NATO Non-Article 5 Medal with clasp ISAFAir Force Ground Combat Badge “Don’t judge my […]…
Shane Collins
Photograph by Belinda Mason OAM 2022, inkjet on brushed aluminium 60cm x 40cm Wiradjuri, Tubbi-Gah Pilot OfficerRoyal Australian Air Force Australian Defence Medal “Be the best you can be. Life can be hard, but continuing to show up and demonstrate your worth and strengths can influence and inspire people around you. Be kind to yourself […]…
Shannon Mitchell
Photograph by Belinda Mason OAM 2022, inkjet on brushed aluminium 60cm x 40cm Woppaburra – Keppel Island People SergeantRoyal Australian Air Force Australian Active Service Medal with clasp ICATAfghanistan MedalAustralian Operational Service Medal – Greater Middle East OperationDefence Long Service MedalAustralian Defence MedalNATO Non-Article 5 Medal with clasp ISAFReturned from Active Service Badge “I’m proud […]…
Blake Whitehead
Photograph by Belinda Mason OAM 2024, inkjet on brushed aluminium 60cm x 40cm Anaiwan CorporalRoyal Australian Air Force Australian Operational Service Medal – Border ProtectionAustralian Operational Service Medal – Greater Middle East OperationAustralian Defence Medal “Be humble, make the uncomfortable, comfortable and always have a laugh.”…
Luke Mohr
WiradjuriPrivateInfantryAustralian Army Medals Australian Active Service Medal – Greater Middle EastNorth Atlantic Treaty Organization Medal with Clasp – ‘Afghanistan’Australian Defence Medal…