Connecting with Country Silk
Children can experience the beauty of Indigenous Australian art with the charming Connecting with Country silk designed by Indigenous artist Holly Sanders. Perfect for creating an inviting environment for children to play, learn and explore. The Connecting with Country silk is a wonderful addition to play-based learning areas. Children can engage with and connect to stories and in turn, spark conversation about Indigenous culture.
There are many educational and play-based uses for these beautiful silks:
- Create open-ended sensory play experiences
- Use as capes, rivers, skies or landscapes in imaginative play
- Include in story time, puppet shows or learning corners
- Hang as classroom décor or in a soft-focus area
- Encourage movement with dancing, twirling and exploring texture
This silk is made from 100% mulberry silk and measures 100cm x 100cm. The Connecting with Country silk is great for promoting cultural awareness for children to further their learning about Indigenous Australia. These stunning silks honour Indigenous artistic talent and the continued respect for Traditional Landowners.
Designed by Bundajalung artist Holly Sanders
Made from 100% mulberry silk
Hand wash only
Suitable for classroom environments
Great for story time
Wear as an accessory
Care instructions
Hand wash cold, do not bleach, do not wring dry. Line dry only, low iron or dry clean.
About the artist
Designed by Bundajalung artist Holly Sanders, a proud, contemporary Aboriginal artist and teacher from the north coast of NSW, who is currently based on Yuin Country, south coast NSW. The colours and patterns utilised in her art are a reflection of her connection to Country and used to develop a modern interpretation of her Aboriginal culture. “I always look to Country – the land, the sky and the sea – and use these images, stories and memories to paint. I use my art to tell the story of my Country and ancestors because I want to be able to share and celebrate my culture in a contemporary way with everyone.” – Holly Sanders.
The story behind the design
“This artwork represents women on country, respect and appreciation for all the women in our lives and everything they do for us. Women on Country would have cultural roles to help each other to gather and prepare food, take care of the children, knowledge of bush medicines, how to care and survive on the land and would carry out special women ceremonies.”
Dimensions
1m x 1m
Specifications
Dimensions
- 1m x 1m
