Sitting on the bank of Bo Peep, fishing here on country. Reminding me of a feeling I have back on the Wimmera River we call Barringgi Gadyin. Knowing whi I am, either way I understand that I am Wotjobuluk, but I am living here at this resting place that Wadawurrung call Ballaarat.
Name: Jason Jakiel
Community: Ballarat
Biography:
I was born in Ballarat and always knew I was Aboriginal. I am a proud Wotjobaluk man with some connections to Dja Dja Wurrung mob.
My artwork allows me to connect to stories and culture and I use land, animals and country as my chosen subjects and I hope my art bring spiritual and mental health awareness to those who admire my artwork.
I have used and acrylic and charcoal mainly, however enjoy exploring different mediums.
I studied Koorie art and Design and RMIT and have been involved in Group Exhibitions in the past few years.
Bilura Bilura means Wedge-Tail Eagle in Barkindji langauge. Here Bilura protects the land and watches over our ancestors and people
