TRENGTH THROUGH LANGUAGE
Artist: Raymond Walters Japanangka
Language group: Anmatyerre / Alyawarre (NT)
Story:
This artwork depicts the importance, resilience and richness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages trough Raymond’s totem animal, the Emu.
The Emu is a strong leader which connects the people, listening to languages, while nurturing sacred songlines and ceremonies across the land. The Emus travel through country where the ancient languages breathe with mother earth, giving energy and strength to all life.