{"title":"Dulcie Long Pwerle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBorn:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1979\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Utopia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anmatyerre\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubjects and Dreaming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bush Medicine Leaves, My Country\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Jeannie Petyarre\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0596\/8979\/5644\/files\/dulcie-long-01_240x240.jpg?v=1780467803\" style=\"margin-right: 20px; margin-bottom: 20px; float: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDulcie Long Pwerle was born 1979 at Mosquito Bore in the Northern Territory. She is the daughter of well known Utopia artist Jeannie Petyarre, who’s work is in the collection of the National Gallery of Australia. Dulcie Long Pwerle continues the strong painting tradition of her extended family. She grew up surrounded by Emily Kame Kngwarreye, Gloria and Kathleen Petyarre, Greeny Purvis Petyarre and the famous sisters, Minnie Pwerle, Emily Pwerle, Galya Pwerle and Molly Pwerle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDulcie has continued the strong painting tradition of her extended family. Dulcie began her  career depicting the  leaves of the Pencil Yam from the Alhalkere Country of her mother. It is an important bush tucker food for Aboriginal people as well as a significant dreaming story which is celebrated in their Awelye ceremonies. The women at Utopia maintain the ceremonial dancing and singing that ritually pays homage to the Yam plant and its important role in traditional life, this story with reverence for its history and with the hope that the spirit of the plants continue. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eDulcie also paints Awelye ( body paint) this work depict ancestral country where important Awelye ceremonies take place, the painting depicts the locations of sand hills, bush scrub, river flood plains and sometimes waterholes and ceremonial sites. In Her paintings there is exceptionally fine attention to detail, complex designs and underlying cultural meaning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003eWith an impressive portfolio of paintings, subjects and styles already to her name, Dulcie continues the Utopia art tradition of creating bold artworks with colour, style and flair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aboriginal-painting-bush-medicine-leaves-22","title":"Aboriginal Painting - Bush Medicine Leaves","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAboriginal Painting Title:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bush Medicine Leaves\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAboriginal Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dulcie Long Pwerle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 215 x 193 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acrylic on canvas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCOA and pictures of the artist holding their work will be provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStory:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe collection of bush medicine leaves has been an essential part of traditional Aboriginal life and culture for generations. This practice, often part of the secret world of women’s business, involves gathering leaves from many different native plants for their medicinal uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Role of Anmatyerre Women in Bush Medicine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWomen from the Anmatyerre Region play a crucial role in this tradition by gathering leaves used in traditional bush medicines. These leaves are boiled and mashed with animal fats, such as emu or kangaroo, to create a medicinal poultice. This poultice, which can last for many months, is applied to the skin to heal a variety of ailments including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBites and wounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin infections and rashes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin cancer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves are also used to make healing teas by steeping them in hot water. 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As one of the oldest peoples in the world, the ancient use of native botanicals for bush medicine is a fascinating topic worth exploring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderstanding and Appreciating Aboriginal Bush Medicine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe history of Aboriginal bush medicine is essential for appreciating the depth of Indigenous culture. Australian tropical plants have provided a rich source of food (bush food) and medicine to the first Australians, who have lived on this land for over 50,000 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Holistic Approach to Healing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAboriginal culture traditionally uses bush medicine as part of a holistic approach to healing and wellness. This practice is a crucial pillar of ancient traditions that tie Indigenous culture to the land. It’s important to acknowledge and respect these traditions, which are vital to the cultural heritage of Aboriginal people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharing Traditional Knowledge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eToday, First Nation people strive to walk in two worlds, sharing traditional knowledge and healing practices. 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