The Ronaldo Cameron Collection
This unique collection of contemporary works of all media, was brought together by George Gittoes and Gabrielle Dalton in an exhibition in 1991. It features works by many artists seeking to give tribute to fellow artist, Ronaldo Cameron who soon after died of Motor Neuron Disease.  The entire exhibition, including works by George Gittoes, Gary Shead, Richard Tipping, Maria Gazzard, Michael Keighery, Martin Sharp, Brett McMahon and Therese Kenyon, was then donated to the Lake McQuarry City Art Gallery.

portrait of ronaldo by george gittoes 

ronaldo at the great hall sydney uni
rehearsing for the history of the universe

music is Nocturne (for Ronaldo)

Screened at the 1992 Grand International Video Danse, Paris.
A Dancer Still is a gentle and illuminating film about Ronaldo Cameron's work and philosophy. A dazzling community artist, Ronaldo suffered from motor neuron disease for the last three years of his life. He died just after the completion of this film.

Tracking Ronaldo's 42 year life, we look at how a boy from a small country town became a dancer. It also explores his friendship and work with Yellow House artist/performer George Gittoes, who is shown in the film working a major portrait of Ronaldo. Rare archival footage of works performed during the past 20 years has  been located for inclusion in the film as well as some contemporary Aboriginal and Indian dance performances.

1 x 52 Minutes / 1992
Pro/Dir: Moshe Rosenweig
An SBS Australia Production.

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