The contemporary artwork, Djinanginy kaartdijin, Yaakanup (Seeing and Understanding Place of Long Neck Turtle), contains a discovery trail of abstracted shapes and forms representing themes of dek & barna (flora & fauna); kep (water); biddi (path); Waangaamaap Bilya (Serpentine River) and kuljak/marlee (black swan).
The concept was developed through collaborative workshops held at Winjan Aboriginal Community Hall with the Local Noongar Reference Group, and local Bindjareb artists, with contributions from a Lakelands Primary School Year 6 class.
The artwork is an important acknowledgement of First Nations People and their deep connection with the site. Artist Seantelle says, “This project is exciting because it has a strong community engagement aspect and provides the opportunity for a huge public art piece the community can enjoy for years to come”.
