
Hayley West
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Artist, librarian and death literacy advocate Hayley West is located in Castlemaine in Central Victoria.
Hayley West is an independent funeral guide & passionate advocate for death literacy, as well as an artist and librarian. Hayley hosts DEAD AIR a weekly, live radio show on Castlemaine’s 94.9MAINfm; is a current committee member of the Natural Death Advocacy Network; supporter of the Australian Home Funeral Alliance and the Queer as Death Collective; and was previously on the Historical Castlemaine Cemetery Trust and co-host of Death Cafés. Website: www.thedeparture.com.au
As a socially engaged artist, Hayley focuses on themes of death and memorialisation. Her work spans performance, sculpture, video, installation and radio to explore the realities of grief, the inevitability of death, and the acceptance of mortality. Drawing from personal experiences and artistic practice, she delves into the impact of death on individuals and those left behind. Working in the public realm, Hayley is committed to empowering communities through sharing practical knowledge and fostering generosity. With over 20 years of experience in research, exhibitions, and residencies both nationally and internationally, her practice continues to evolve and engage audiences globally.
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- Individual
- How long have you been offering these services?:
- 2012
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Hayley West
Artist, librarian and death literacy advocate Hayley West is located in Castlemaine in Central Victoria.