CELEBRATE SACRED OCEAN SPECIES WITH THESE VERY SPECIAL INDIGENOUS ART WALLPAPERS
CELEBRATE SACRED OCEAN SPECIES WITH THESE VERY SPECIAL INDIGENOUS ART WALLPAPERS
“If you've spent that much time with an animal for generations there's a connection there that is really hard to articulate. The word I think of is coevolve. Saltwater mob’s relationship with ocean species evolved symbiotically over thousands and thousands of years”. - Jirrbal, Wagedoegam, Ngapuhi & Scottish artist Beau Pennefather-Motlop
In celebration of WWF-Australia shining a spotlight on the protection of these culturally significant creatures, you can show your love for sacred ocean species with these very special Indigenous art wallpapers from Jirrbal, Wagedoegam, Ngapuhi & Scottish artist Beau Pennefather-Motlop and WWF-Australia. Each wallpaper showcases a Traditional name for the species. Download and display them on your desktop, mobile and tablet today!
Artist's Statement from Beau Pennefather-Motlop
“My circular motif patterns are symbolising connection to the oceans and reef. Line work patterns are representing tide in tide out, sun up sun down, seasonal weather changes and connection to the ocean. I left a portion of the animals empty and void of any colour to symbolise the damage done by nets to the reef and it’s animals. The artwork is done in both Aboriginal and Torres Strait (ZENADTH KES) styles." - Beau Pennefather-Motlop, Jirrbal, Wagedoegam, Ngapuhi & Scottish artist
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It’s time to care for the oceans that care for us. We’re calling on the Australian Government to create marine sanctuaries to protect at least 30% of our oceans by 2030.
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