MONIQUE BURKHEAD | ‘Clay + Weave (2)’ | Raku glazed + fired ceramic / Raffia weaving / Emu + cassowary feathersCLAY + WEAVE Artist Statement NorthSite Cairns By Monique Burkhead "My work explores the relationship between earth and fibre, bringing together ceramics and weaving two ancient crafts that speak of humanitys deep connection to nature. Inspired by the textures of seed pods, bark, and plant life, each vessel reflects the raw beauty of the natural world. The clay forms hold a sense of grounding and quiet strength, while the woven fibres flow with

Thuwathu is his language name in our Lardil language

It was a relaxing time for the tribe or clan to bond and also an exercise for the children to practice their hunting skills

5 x 39 cm | Edition of 5

TOPAZ SUSTAINABLE TIMBERS | 'Bunya Pine Bread Board' | Medium | 40 (l) x 21 (w) x 5 (h) cm

telling a message that nature is bringing change to our region

these objects reflect his strong connection to culture and country

"This headdress is one of a number constructed for a story dance about aircraft movements between Ngurupai Horn Island military airfield and New Guinea during the Second World War

it relates a long period of bizarre artistic practices

Image size: 176 x 122 mm

relocated to Cairns/Gimuy region in childhood

I was born in the township of Gununa on Mornington Island at the old hospital which is now the Council Office

with a traditional approach to ink making using fermenting mango juice