Ngurra Yabu – Heart of My Country

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This stunning painting is accompanied by a signed certificate of authenticity, which verifies its uniqueness and value.
The painting features vibrant colours and layers of acrylics mixed with Liquitex Soft Gel, a medium that enhances the surface gloss, colour depth and transparency of the paint. The Liquitex Soft Gel also extends the colour range without affecting the acrylic stability. The layers of acrylics create a sense of depth and texture in the painting. This painting tells the story of the heartbeat of your Country. The flowing shapes and ochre tones represent the land of your ancestors — the soils, rivers, and old pathways of Cunnamulla. The circles and flowers mark gathering places, family stories, and the journey lines connecting past and present. Each dot carries the presence of the old people watching over you. Ngurra Yabu is your connection to Country, alive, strong, and always calling you home.

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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.