Name: Janine Green
Language: Australian
Community: Ballarat
Biography:
I was born in Ballarat and spent my childhood living around Western Victoria.
Aboriginality wasn’t really talked about in my family, but when I worked for the local Aboriginal Cooperative (BADAC) for ten years, I had the opportunity to learn more about my Aboriginality.
I enjoy weaving and doing silk paintings, and learnt a lot about this after doing a course in material studies.
My favourite medium is weaving. When I weave I feel it gives me a connection to my culture, and I was surprised how easily I picked up the craft.
When I weave it leads me. I never know how a piece will look until it is finished. I feel like what I create is manifested within me.
Wathaurong Blossoms Celebrating the beauty and renewal of spring on Wathaurong country. Blossoms opening in the sun, reminding us of the circles of life, growth and the connection to land.
Wathaurong waterways Life giving water that flows through country. the pathways and circles represent rivers, waterholes and the gathering places.
