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Beswick Classic by Russell Ashley

Senior artists at Djilpin Arts have been sharing culture for decades, ensuring knowledge is being passed on for future generations. As time passes, mobility, steady hand or vision issues increase, with the artist’s ability to document and transfer stories becoming somewhat reduced. Djilpin is supporting these artists to stay connected and maintain income by releasing their portfolio through this Classic Beswick Series.

Classic Beswick is a series of reproductions on paper. This is Classic Russell Ashley.

Material: 308gsm heavy weight acid free cotton rag art paper

Size: 20cm x 20cm

Stories:
Spear & Razor Blade

This painting tells the important Wagilak tribe story of collecting and shaping Laar’da. These are stones shaped into sharp spear tips and razor blades; important tools for hunting and boys initiation.

Original painting completed using a handmade Jarlk brush harvested from local billabongs and wet areas. 

Djilpin River Dreaming

This piece depicts three fish found at Djilpin River, the artist’s country: two barramundi and a catfish. Lily root and pads are visible.

Original artwork was completed using a handmade Jarlk brush harvested from local billabongs and wet areas. Raark or fine line work is in Yirritja style and consists of multiple lines before alternating colour.