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Neysal (Leaves)

My print depicts plant leaves that have been identified to us by our parents, their parents, and theirs. This knowledge tells us that each leaf plays a role in our livelihood. These plant leaves are part of our lifestyle. We use them in different ways, such as: smoking ceremonies, medicine, mat, bed, food, drink water from, etc. We grew up understanding the teaching given to us by our Uncle and Aunties by identifying the leaves of either plant or tree. We understand leaves are used for, in the various seasons.

Art Centre notes: this artwork is a ‘pochoir’ print, or monoprint, printed on BFK Rives paper. 100% cotton rag with strong archival properties. The print covers the paper from edge to edge.

Categories: Moa Arts

Name: Fred Joe


Language: Kala Lagaw Ya, Kriol


Community: Kubin


Biography:

I come from Koedal, Kurrzi and Dhangal totem through my parents. I live and grew up in Kubin Village on Mua island in the near western cluster. My art work describes the stories told by our ancestors through their dreams, which are passed down by our fore fathers to father to son. This transcripts in our mind, then the stories are put into painting, printing & carving.


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