Ngata 'Welcome' Canvas Print Size:A4 my elders both here and

my elders both here and in the dreaming

I also experienced feelings of gratitude that I could have this opportunity to interpret what I call home

and their spirits

and the second during my high school years

All of the “U” shapes are representative of the people of the community including the large amounts of staff that put their time and energy into up-keeping the facility

Ngata 'Welcome' Canvas Print Size:A4 my elders both here andArtwork Story This artwork captures a Welcoming Ceremony on my home Country, symbolsing the deep connection between people and land. Each element of the ceremony from the songs to the rhythm of the clapsticks, is included into the artwork, celebrating culture, belonging, and the spiritual bond shared during the act of welcoming visitors home. Ngata Peek Whurrong language Year of completion: 2024 Copyright Merindah Gunya 2024