'Stand up with us and for us': Artist's passions collide at surf comp
Artist and surfer Jessi Rebel is showcasing their dual passions at the Australian Indigenous Surfing Titles. Their journey of reconnecting with their Wiradjuri ancestry has been influenced by their Aunty's guidance. This event highlights the significance of culture and community among Indigenous surfers in Australia.
- ▪Jessi Rebel's art and surfing are deeply connected to their Indigenous heritage.
- ▪The Australian Indigenous Surfing Titles are taking place at Djarrak/Bells Beach this weekend.
- ▪Rebel's understanding of their ancestry has grown through their artistic expression and surfing.
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Artist and surfer Jessi Rebel's passions collide at Australian Indigenous Surfing TitlesBy Harrison TippetTopic:Indigenous CultureSat 30 May 2026 at 10:08amSat 30 May 2026 at 10:08amSat 30 May 2026 at 10:08amIndigenous artist and surfer Jessi Rebel has a strong connection to culture and Country. (ABC News: Harrison Tippet)abc.net.au/news/jessi-rebel-indigenous-artist-surfer-bells-beach/106736978Link copiedShareShare articleJessi Rebel's journeys with art and identity have beaten similar paths — both inspired by one piece of advice from their Aunty.When a young Rebel asked how to paint the striking Indigenous artworks Aunty Lisa created, the response was simple."She would be like, 'Just start with your background, and the rest will kind of follow', and it really did," Rebel says, sitting…
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