Mixed Media on canvas, stretched and ready to hang.
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The Glossy Black Cockatoo holds a significant place in Aboriginal culture, particularly within the narratives of the Yuin people. This majestic bird, recognized by its striking black plumage, embodies transformation and endurance, as depicted in the tale of its plumage turning from white to black following a bushfire. These stories transcend myth; they encapsulate the Yuin's extensive ecological insight, reflecting an intricate understanding of the bird's habits and environment. The cockatoo's seed preferences, its role in seed dispersal, and its contribution to forest regeneration are intricately interlaced with these cultural stories. Transmitted through generations, these accounts validate the Yuin people's guardianship of their territory, imparting teachings of sustainable existence and coexistence with nature. The Glossy Black Cockatoo is a conduit between the past and the present, a feathered messenger carrying ancestors' wisdom into the modern era, underscoring the profound connection between cultural heritage and ecological diversity. In Aboriginal culture, the black cockatoo is often seen as a symbol of metamorphosis and tenacity.