Guiding Light Part One- Print Style:Framed (oak)

Guiding Light Part One- Print Style:Framed (oak)This painting captures the beauty of the 2024 Naidoc theme of "Keep The Fire Burning! Blak, Loud and Proud." There are two special Elders represented in the centre of the painting as well as one special person who has passed away.

Representing my father passing knowledge to me

Sometimes the first step of admitting that we need help can be the hardest and we might feel shame

This painting represents a moment in time originally captured through a photo

The space around the outside of this painting is a reminder to tread lightly and to always create space for myself to breathe and be the best version of me I can

It reflects the sacrifices of our Elders and the path they have paved for the next generation to continue their legacies

This original painting explores the journey across the last 4 years of my life battling my chronic health condition

The artwork was created a few months after I had my first son Dusty

my favourite time of day

such as rocks

'Flowing' is an original painting representing an abstract interpretation of Broken Hill and my Dad's favourite pub

reflecting its significant role in our past and future

with each mountain symbolizing a placement that I successfully completed