Welcome to our Artwork page, where we celebrate the vibrant creativity and cultural heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists. Each piece is showcased here with full credit to its creator, reflecting the deep stories and connections that inspire our mission.
Title of painting: Masri Gati. Artist: Norma Benger (Chidanpee)
Title of painting: Masri Gati
Artist: Norma Benger (Chidanpee).
'Masri gati', says Norma, 'describes a feeling of wellbeing of our spirit and body, in my language group, the Marathiel people of the Daly River region of the Northern Territory. The symbol of yams is in the earth, our mother, the Lizard is our food and our family. People sitting around is a symbol of healing. This comes from my father's country in the desert. All of these symbols surround the cell of life, which is in the centre. In the background is the snake, creator of everything for my people. It also represents healing in the field of medicine.'
This painting was commissioned by the Editors of the second edition of the book: Infectious diseases - a clinical approach. It was used as the cover of the book. (Published March 2005)
The Chief Editor of this book was Dr Allen Yung OAM, Infectious Diseases Physician and the father of Michael and Alison Yung. Allen Yung was an advocate for the health of Indigenous peoples.
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