Djaara people believe there are six seasons with plants and animals being indicators for these seasons. Djaara’s seasonal calendar is a knowledge system which uses a broad range of environmental indicators to determine what season it is, what resources are available, and what activities should be undertaken to benefit the community and the environment. Local indicators include changes in the weather, the movement of the stars, the strength of the flowing water, the flowering of plants and the breeding cycles of animals. Each of these things change during the year, but not necessarily at exactly the same time each year. Seasonal and environmental knowledge is passed from generation to generation by Djaara and can be critical for survival.
This beautiful lino print represents Ngarri (Black Duck) and Murna (Yam Daisy) time. Ngarri begin their courtship and nest making. Djaara collect the duck eggs early in the season so the ducks have time to lay more eggs. Murna is flowering and was an abundant staple food until severely impacted by the arrival of cattle and sheep.
Lino Print on watercolour paper created by Krishna Heffernan.
Limited edition of 10 prints.
30cm x 40cm
