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A variety of rays are found around our island home, from the shallow waters of the shoreline to the reefs and deeper waters. This ray has been created by stitching reclaimed fishing net, rope and twine.

Reclaimed fishing nets (also known as ghost nets) are derelict fishing nets that drift aimlessly at sea indiscriminately fishing, killing turtles, other creatures and tangling boat propellers. We are recycling these nets, incorporating other flotsam and making products for enjoyment and use.

By purchasing this artwork you are helping indigenous communities who collect this net and other groups who make items to develop economic opportunities. We hope this product brings you great joy and helps spread the ghost net message

Categories: Erub Arts

Name: Racy Oui-Pitt


Language: Torres Strait, Creole


Community: Darnley Island


Biography:

I was born in Thursday Island and grew up on Darnley Island. My name is Racy Pitt (nee Oui). My mother is from Darnley Island of Pacific Island and Torres Strait heritage and my father is from Badu Island of Torres Strait and Malaysian heritage. I grew up on Darnley Island and started making art in 2002 when I enrolled in a screen printing course. When the CDEP Art Gang formed I rejoined the art group in 2005 doing lino printing, screen printing, pottery and jewellery with Lynnette Griffiths. My art is about our culture and our mixed heritage from both Torres Strait and the Pacific Islands. I want to continue learning and keep making art.

 


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