Showcasing Cultural Art - Dandjoo Darbalung's Canvases for RMHC on Park

Our Dandjoo Darbalung residents recently painted over 30 canvases for the new Ronald McDonald House on Park that the College has partnered with.

These canvases are a vibrant display of the rich heritage and traditions of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents, brought to life through their creativity and dedication. The project also provided an opportunity for the residents to express their cultural pride and share their unique perspectives.

We spoke with Alaxandrea Slade, one of the residents who contributed to this project. She shared her inspiration and techniques for her canvas, emphasising her deep connection to her culture as a young First Nations woman.

"My culture is inherently a part of who I’m as a person. It’s part of my day-to-day activities, how I treat people, my art, my performance, my academics,” Alaxandrea explained.

Through traditional dance, art, song and poetry, Alexandrea embodies her cultural heritage in everything she does. Watch the video to learn more about her artwork and her involvement in this project for RMHC.

To view the entire collection of canvases created for RMHC, please click on the gallery below to explore.