This artwork, through various implications of symbols represents the theme; ‘From River to Sea: Our Island Home’. With the portrait’s composition being situated in front of the meeting place symbol, the Indigenous figure represents the island that connects from river to sea. The reflection of the figure in foreground represents no matter the area, this is their home. Through the ochre inspired tones , this artwork captures aspects of Indigenous culture.
Reconciliation means…
Reconciliation means acknowledging our Indigenous culture and making
amends for the past through the celebration of stories, identity and culture.
Artist: Lucas Galea
Many of these resources and activities have been developed in consultation with NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) to ensure that the program meets NSW curriculum outcomes for Stages 3, 4 & 5.
Reconciliation NSW aims to create a reconciled, just and equitable community for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other Australians. We work to inform, support and inspire people to engage in reconciliation.
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Ground Floor 27 Cope St Redfern 2016
