Joy is a form of resistance : Portrait of Dylan Mooney by Hugh Snelgrove

Size (cm): 48 x 62
acrylic on canvas
I painted acclaimed Artist Dylan Mooney because i am inspired by his Art. Mooney is a proud
Yuwi, Torres Straight & South Sea islander man who was born in Mackay, Queensland.

I was instantly drawn towards Dylans bright, illustrative style in his Artworks. I find
Mooneys ability to seamlessly incorporate his own culture and lived experience into his
artworks while also giving agency to people of colour in the broader community so
fascinating and beautiful.

Dylans portrait provides visual cues to facets of him as an Artist. In a flat illustrated style
i painted part of the Torres strait islander flag, a subtle Clothing the gaps Aboriginal flag
cap & a rainbow, symbolic of both the queer love as well as the optimism that
permeates his work. He wears a jumper designed by acclaimed Indigenous Artist
Kaylene Whiskey.