"I call my artworks bigi nagala, which means 'I am dreaming' in Bidjara. I feel a deep connection to my Aboriginal heritage, the earth, country and spirit, and feel
privileged to be able to share my stories and culture with you through my artwork. I hope to make my mob proud of the artworks that I create and knowledge that I share.".
- Sheri Skele -
ARTWORK STORY
'A Bright Future'
This artwork represents a story of our Elders and how through storytelling and yarning circles a fire has been ignited in today’s youth who have been passed the torch and will continue to pave a promising future for all Indigenous Australians.
Our Elders have a lifetime of wisdom and experience to share and have been collectively advocating for better conditions for Aboriginal people for a very long time. Their diverse perspectives and lived experiences are now embedded in today's young leaders, in communities, and in our people who will continue to fight for the legacy of our ancestors and empower the younger generations to continue to create space for Aboriginal people and celebrate our achievements and bright future ahead.
ABout the artist
Sheri Skele
I'm a proud Bidjara woman and a contemporary Aboriginal artist sharing my culture, experiences and hopes for healing our history through my knowledge and storyworks. I began painting as a way to connect with my culture and quickly realised that it was also an incredibly meditative and spiritual experience for me.
@bigi_nagala
