When I look at the Dungala (Murray River) I feel sad at the thought of how it used to be, and how it is now. A few comments have been made over the years, especially regarding the Barmah Forest, where some visitors to the area disrespect it. As a small child, my elders taught me right from wrong when it comes to the land, birds and animals. ‘Always have respect and protect them’, this is not happening today.
Name: Laurel Robinson
Language: Yorta Yorta
Biography:
I was born in Mooroopna Victoria, and I am a proud Yorta Yorta - Wurundjeri woman. I grew up in Shepparton, where I attended school up until, my teen years.
I went to Melbourne and worked as a telephonist, then went to Sydney NSW and work for the Aboriginal medical service for 40 years then returned home to Shepparton.
I joined Kaiela Arts and I then realised my hidden feelings I had in art and the memories of my childhood. I do love working with the other Elders and exchanging stories, I think it’s important we pass our stories onto the younger generations.
(Dhungala) Murray River / Dreaming Biami Sent down an old lady with a digging stick who went searching for yams, Biami waited patiently for her and after some time there was no return. So Biami Read more…
Sitting with my Uncle This painting is about me and my uncle sitting around talking and him passing down knowledge about painting and different techniques he used. This painting is important to me because my Read more…