FLINTSTONE DESIGNS | 'Orange Heart Dish' | Orange Clay | Ceramic DishIn the raw, unrefined earth, Cairns ceramicist Gabrielle Cooney finds a canvas for her creative expression. She has embarked on a journey of discovery that has led her to the heart of clay's innate beauty. Her ceramic critters bear the marks of both the material and the maker. Each critter created is an exploration of the interplay between human intention and the organic nature of clay. Guided by her hands and a deep connection to the earth, she

"This piece is about being strong and letting things happen without being touched by things that can be damaging or harmful to you

Matrix Size: 390mm x 390mm

As the Korrakorr walked through the water

With a stonefish sting the pain comes and throbs when the tide rises

ALMA WILLIAMS |  'Dingo Totem' | Sythetic Polymer on Canvas / 2012

and his totems are the hammerhead shark and the crocodile

He was taught about the need to keep culture strong through cultural practice by his father

Each piece becoming a resting place for reflection

A piece of Nephi’s work was acquired by the Queensland Art Gallery/Gallery of Modern Art earlier this year and another piece was included in the Girringun installation shortlisted for the 2010 Telstra Art Awards

A lot of people grow almond trees at campsites

SHERYL J BURCHILL | 'Xmas Bauble (3)' | Hand-painted Burnie Bean

and Aboriginal people defend this system