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4 Generations A collection of small works created by Kaiela Arts artists during a series of workshops. Artists have used Posca pens and acrylic paint to create colourful designs that represent Country, traditions and culture.

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Ganga (Wattle) A collection of small works created by Kaiela Arts artists during a series of workshops. Artists have used Posca pens and acrylic paint to create colourful designs that represent Country, traditions and culture.

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Bottlebrushes A collection of small works created by Kaiela Arts artists during a series of workshops. Artists have used Posca pens and acrylic paint to create colourful designs that represent Country, traditions and culture.

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Ithitha A collection of small works created by Kaiela Arts artists during a series of workshops. Artists have used Posca pens and acrylic paint to create colourful designs that represent Country, traditions and culture.

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Dauwirr A collection of small works created by Kaiela Arts artists during a series of workshops. Artists have used Posca pens and acrylic paint to create colourful designs that represent Country, traditions and culture.

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Woven Mat Traditionally, Nganiyal (conical mats) were used as an insect screen when erected, and as a sitting mat when folded. They are used in Ceremony as well as a functional item.  Nowadays, artists weave many different shapes including flat, Read more…

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Baltji (Yam) This painting depicts Baltji (Yam) which has been a reliable food source for Yolngu people for many centuries. Baltji can be found across the different landscapes of East Arnhem Land and are only harvested seasonally. 

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Baru Dhawu (Crocodile Story) Baru (the crocodile man), was from the Gumatj clan. People usually call him Gurdu Gurdu or Baru which means crocodile. He lived his life at a place called Yirrkala. Living near him were other people, and Read more…

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Banda (Long Necked Turtle) The long necked turtle is a dreaming totem for the freshwater people, the Ganalbingu, whose country includes the World Heritage listed, Arafura Wetlands in Central Arnhem Land, Northern Territory The Yolngu (people) of Arnhem Land originate Read more…

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Baltji (Yam) This painting depicts Baltji (Yam) which has been a reliable food source for Yolngu people for many centuries. Baltji can be found across the different landscapes of East Arnhem Land and are only harvested seasonally. 

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