aboriginal dot painting Pilliga Dreaming

Pilliga Dreaming was inspired by my experience of the Pilliga Scrub after the rainy season. I had never seen a place so beautiful, and being there completely changed the way I saw Country.

The deep red earth, waterways and waterholes, flowers and plants emerging after rain, the trees and the incredible sunsets all created a landscape that is difficult to capture in words or paint. The artesian bore waterholes used by people across Country are also an important part of the landscape.

Through this artwork, I wanted to share my connection to the Pilliga and the beauty I experienced there — a living landscape shaped by water, rain, earth, plants and sunlight

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since 1993 I have painted professionally and loved every minute of it. My biggest influence in both art and life is my Dad. He was a successful artist,storyteller, community elder and traditional man. Though sadly he has passed now I hold strong my ties to my tribes and respect and protect our stories. Most of my art recounts my family stories passed on by Dad,mum,nan & great grandparents. I come from the Gidabul/Ngarkabul/Widjabul on mums side & Wonnarua/ Dhunghutti on my Dads.
I have my art featured in
•Grand design Australia magazine April 2021
•Settlement International Services 2022
•Muli Muli Warriors Football club Jersey & merchandise design 2021-2022
*St.George Dragons Junior RLFC indigenous jersey design 2022
•BE Sydney 50th anniversary merchandise
•Lismore Base Hospital Indigenous Maternity Ward Mural 2022
• GWNSW Health pamphlet
• Bank of China commission for Barangaroo

I also share my passion for art by facilitating workshops for children teaching them all about my wonderful culture and art. I am very fortunate to work with and mentor vulnerable women both indigenous and non-indigenous through art, listening and sharing. I hold yarning circles with the indigenous women at a womens rehabilitation centre. we are able to hold such a sacred space really creates a safe space for healing.