Kaiela Arts Shepparton

Ocean Turtle

Grub in gum tree (Bulga) Grubs in the root of gum tree surrounded by ants’ nests.

Home Land (Gundja Woka) with the Murray River(Dungala) Tribes along the Murray River (Dungala) from my home country.

Deep Waterhole (Mooroopna) – Dreaming My interpretation of how the lands have been shaped by the environment.

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Holiday Fun

Long way home My tribe the Yorta Yorta people and where I live now on Wathaurong country.

My totem My totem the long neck turtle. What my Totem means to me: Spiritual connection, Identity and belonging, Respect of nature and much moor. Turtles swimming at laying season.

Algabanya / Meeting place It is a space where traditions, stories, and knowledge are shared and passed down through generations. These places foster a sense of community and belonging.

Ceremonial dance I panted this one to reflect the Aboriginal dance which involves Storytelling, Spiritual connection, Education and initiation, healing and wellbeing, Community and social cohesion, and cultural expression.