Crafted with care and reverence, this artwork banner beautifully depicts the "Finding My Way" artwork by Ngarrindjeri woman and contemporary Indigenous artist Emma Stenhouse. With generous sizing, this banner is a open ended resource to be utilised all across daycare centers, preschools, and early learning environments. With eyelets and velcro backing, adorn your entrance halls, create a humpy, use as a sensory experience for babies and so much more.Emma Stenhouse's profound connection to her heritage shines through in every aspect of this artwork, offering a unique opportunity for children to engage with Indigenous perspectives, fostering respect, empathy, and cultural understanding from a tender age.Finding My Way ArtworkAcross this desert land, I'm connected to this country in a way I don't yet fully understand. Growing up not knowing my way, now guided by family and friends. This ground I gently walk on, following footsteps of those long gone, I leave my own for the next generation to follow. These are my connections, out in the bush; the river, the red dirt and my own little family. My way is becoming clearer and my connection grows stronger, there is so much beauty in the desert, its hot winds help me find my way.I acknowledge the Gunditjmara people, the Traditional Owners of the land where I work & live. I pay my respects to Elders past and present. I celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land. Artist StoryEmma Stenhouse is a proud Ngarrindjeri woman and a contemporary Indigenous artist on a journey of self discovery, deepening her connection with her family, exploring her heritage, and inspired by her love of Country. Emma encapsulates her knowledge in her storyworks formed by her deep relationship to land and guided by strong female role models in her community.Growing up in Broken Hill, Outback New South Wales, Emma intrinsically draws on her connection to the arid lands of the bush. This is often evident in her use of colours inspired by the red dirt, and the simple concepts of nurturing nature and to continue its growth and sustainability. She now resides by the beach and explores the shades of green & blue reflected in the region. The lush green fields, hills and the blues of the many waterways and the Southern Ocean.Emma is an Educator and is passionate about sharing her experience and culture through her art practice within her classrooms and in workshops. As a multifaceted creative, she explores diverse art practices influenced by her journey. Each art piece is braided with learning, an enriching exchange between artist and viewer, a continuation of culture platform for cross cultural exchange. Product InformationIncludes velcro and eyelets to allow to easy fixing/hanging.Designed in Australia. Made in Indonesia using Fair Trade principles.Made from Taslan.Measures approx. 104cm H x 140cm W. Care instructions: Wipe over with a damp cloth to remove marks. If required, can be washed on gentle/delicate cycle in a wash bag. If unsure, please contact us.
