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Dan – “Eyes of the Reef”

This beautiful ghost net reef that I created from abandoned nets and rope represents my classroom and the marine environment I grew up in. “Dan” in my Kulkalgal People’s language means “pool of water” or “the eyes of the reef.” This artwork I created was an experience that brought me back to my childhood, one that I will always remember. We spent special time learning in the marine environment, and I wanted to express it through my artwork. The process brought me back to always remember to protect the environment and protect the “Dan”, the eyes of the reef. These items are discarded from the ocean, transformed into art that speaks to our connection with the reef and our commitment to caring for our marine environment.