Spice Magazine Interviews Anthony Bastic AM, CEO of AGB Creative on Parrtjima 2017

Anthony Bastic AM on Parrtjima - Illuminating Indigenous Culture

Events based publication Spice Magazine, interviewed Anthony Bastic AM, CEO of AGB Creative on his role in curating the Parrtjima Festival of Light. A festival designed to celebrate Indigenous culture through innovative storytelling with light. Anthony collaborated with Rhoda Roberts AO and Indigenous artists to create a breathtaking illumination of the MacDonnell Ranges, aiming to make Parrtjima the world’s largest Indigenous light festival. 

The interview highlights: 

  • The challenges and collaborative approach in lighting the 2km stretch of the MacDonnell Ranges to create an impressive and immersive experience for the audience. 
  • Anthony shares his favourite art piece “Grounded,” featuring local Indigenous artists’ works projected onto the desert ground, blending traditional art with modern technology. 
  • AGB Creative has a vision to make Parrtjima the largest and most significant Indigenous light festival globally, hinting at exciting developments for future shows. 

 You can read the full interview on Spice News.