The ‘Halo’ Wandjinas
Halo Wandjinas are our Rain Makers that protect and watch over our Gorges along the Gibb River Road, Ngarinyin, Worra Worra and Wunambul Tribes.
I draw inspiration from the land, the sea, and the animals. The colours I use come from the fish and the creatures that live in our waters and Country. The patterns are inspired by their shapes, textures, and movements — reminding me that I am part of something greater. Our Country is full of different colours, patterns, and designs. These are passed down through our Old People, and they stay with us. I see my life journey through nature, and it keeps me grounded. Through my art, I connect back to Country — and in that connection, I find strength, healing, and hope.
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Bush Meats, Weapons and Tools
The artist is celebrating the knowledge and provision of bush meats, tools, and utensils, given by the Wandjina. With the knowledge was also given the understanding of how to make the tools and utensils, but also the correct seasons to hunt and eat various bush foods. A very large part of this understanding is the knowledge of sustainable hunting. The knowledge of the seasons reflects the type of food available for hunting. For example, the green turtle, the main species hunted in the Northwestern Kimberley. The large adult turtles contain a lot of meat, and nothing is wasted. The eggs are eaten after being boiled in water.
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Koomoodboot (Coolamon Pocket)
Brenda depicts a place called Koomoodboot (Coolamon Pocket) Dreaming – Tungarmin
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Lengths of handprinted screen printed fabric on 100% silk 137cm wide
The base fabric is rose and it is a three-colour print with off white, pink and red details.
Dena says of this design “The marlee (black swan) is such a beautiful sight when you see them swimming in the Canning River known as Djarlgarro Beelier to the Whadjuk people. They are so graceful to watch. I wanted to catch the beauty and gracefulness of the marlee through my art.”