From a few of those I have been privileged to work with over the years…
Adam Thompson, Aboriginal Writer
“I cant say enough about Denise Robinson. She has been by my side every step of my arts journey – and now I have secured a published deal for my debut book!! Her knowledge of the arts industry is vast. Her advice on applications has helped me succeed with every grant I have applied for. Denise operates with high morals and integrity – which is important to me as an artist – and as an Aboriginal person. If you are serious about progressing your art career or passion, then I highly recommend engaging Denise.”
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Cheryl Rose, Visual Artist
“With her guidance, feedback, passionate drive and importantly, honesty I can call myself an artist. Wholly because of Denise. Her passion in supporting us to achieve amazing outcomes reflects her knowledge, strength and spirit in aiding people in their art endeavors.
Denise is a respected member of the Arts and Aboriginal Community, her work comes with feeling and grace.”
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Allan Mansell, Printmaker
“Denise has been inspirational in her enthusiasm in assisting me with grant applications for myself. She has expert knowledge in the grants process and applications. I will always engage Denise to assist me in furthering my journey as a proud Tasmanian Aboriginal Artist as she believes in me. She always offers integrity, amazing tireless support, encouragement, confidence and honesty. Thank you Denise.”
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Annette Downs, Tasmania Performs
I have the deepest respect and admiration for the work of Denise Robinson as an efficient, effective worker and skilled networker. In her role, Aboriginal Arts officer with Arts Tasmania, Denise has managed to establish enormous momentum for the palawa community, networking them into the broader industry while ensuring protocols are observed. Denise is highly experienced and knowledgeable in all aspects of government and philanthropic arts grants. She is a proud member of, and expert advocate for, Tasmania’s palawa community.
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Michael Edwards, Contemporary Art Tasmania
Denise Robinson is fiercely ethical and always works with complete integrity. I have known and worked with Denise in various arts roles over decades; she is someone I seek counsel from and trust.
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contemporaryarttasmania.org
Emma Porteus, Assembly 197
"Denise is an exceptional facilitator. I'll always treasure the work we did together to devise our Guiding Values for Assembly 197. Denise created a scaffold that allowed us to get to the heart of the issue quickly, claim our own voice and create a frame for the organisation that informs the way we work with artists and communities. It was profound work and our Guiding Values have become a vital part of our organisation"
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