Lisa Michl Ko-manggén 'Saltwater'

Lisa Michl Ko-manggén 'Saltwater' 

Acrylic and ink on Arches watercolour paper (640gsm cold pressed)

95 x 75 x 4cm

Our connection to our Kokoberrin homelands is integral to our sense of identity. Spending time on country with our loved ones is what keeps us
grounded and connected. This artwork depicts a cherished memory
of my family and I fishing for saltwater fish and mussel shells on the banks of Nassau and Staaten River. We call out to the spirits on the other side
of the river, asking for their blessings so they provide our families and community with an abundance of fish. I have used blue tones in this piece
to capture the colours of the water. The small circles symbolise the movement in the water, while the white circles are representational of the froth on the top of the water which indicates to us that there are a large group of fish
coming in with the tide. This artwork serves as a tribute to our traditions
and the importance of our connection to our land and waterways.

Exhibited in 'Freshwater Saltwater' exhibition @ UMI Arts Gallery, July 2024 - September 2024.