My Mothers Country 3

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This painting has many layers of built-up acrylics with a high-quality varnish and painted sides. It comes with a wire stretched across the back, and the canvas on the backside is taped up with protective paper. Additionally, it includes a certificate of authenticity adhered to the back of the artwork.
The wavy lines in the painting represent the water of the Warrigo River which is part of the Darling catchment within the Murray–Darling basin The circles symbolise a meeting place. The artwork is rich with meaning, reflecting both my family heritage and my life in the arts.
Cunnamulla, Eulo, Thadgominda, and Charleville—all located in Southwestern Queensland are significant places in this piece. Cunnamulla, situated on the banks of the Warrego River, is part of the **Paroo Shire The name "Cunnamulla" means "long stretch of water" or "big waterhole" in the language of the **Kunja (Koun-yah)** people.
The river itself, Warrego, has its origins below **Mount Ka Ka Mundi** in the Carnarvon Range near Tambo, Queensland. It flows generally southward for approximately 1,380 kilometers (860 miles) before reaching its confluence with the Darling River downstream from Bourke in New South Wales. The river descends 528 meters (1,732 feet) over its course and is joined by thirty-seven tributaries, including the Nive and Langlo rivers.
The Warrego River is characterized by highly variable rainfall and intermittent stream flows. It is an ephemeral river system, experiencing no flow periods that can extend for several months or even years during prolonged dry conditions. Aquatic and floodplain species in this region have adapted to high flow variability and 'boom and bust' cycles.
Overall, my artwork beautifully captures both natural elements and cultural significance—a testament to your connection to your family heritage and artistic expression.

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Artist Statement
I was born in Cunnamulla, a small town in southwestern Queensland, on the edge of Barunggam Country. My yumba—my traditional home—is the land of the Barunggam people, who, for thousands of years, have walked gently on this Country as part of the Wakka Wakka language group. Our connection to the Darling Downs runs deep, shared with neighbouring clans like the Keinjan, Giabal, Jarowair, Bigambal, Kambuwal, and Jagara—each with their own sacred stories, songs, and traditions.

As an Aboriginal artist, my work is more than a visual experience—it is a spiritual practice, a cultural responsibility, and a personal journey. My inspiration comes from the land, from our Dreaming, and from the teachings of my wise grandad. Through him, I learned that painting is not about aesthetics—it’s about storytelling. Every line, every dot, every colour carries emotion, memory, and meaning.

I do not paint to follow trends or fit into boxes. I paint from feeling and truth. My art is a language—spoken through ochre tones, deep blues, and patterns shaped by the rhythm of Country. It is how I honour my ancestors, how I keep our stories alive, and how I share our culture with the world.

Each piece I create is a declaration:
This is who I am. This is where I come from. This is my story.

Through my work, I hope to offer a glimpse into the soul of Barunggam Country, to connect others with the strength, beauty, and resilience of Aboriginal culture. My art is a tribute to the generations who walked before me—and a message to the generations still to come.