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Dadikwakwa-kwa – Doll Shells by Elsie Bara

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Dadikwakwa-kwa – Doll Shells by Elsie BaraDadikwakwa kwa Doll Shells "Dolls shells theyre not just shells, they got spirits inside them. You can talk to them; they can answer us back. Its like a dream, they answer, and it is very strong. But you have to believe them and trust them. They keep everything for us knowledge, stories and meaning. The doll shells tell stories, so its not forgotten. Just a couple of the old ladies remember doll shells now, not many (but) its still happening, and we

Dadikwakwa-kwa – Doll Shells

"Dolls shells they’re not just shells, they got spirits inside them. You can talk to them; they can answer us back. It’s like a dream, they answer, and it is very strong. But you have to believe them and trust them. They keep everything for us – knowledge, stories and meaning.

 

The doll shells tell stories, so it’s not forgotten. Just a couple of the old ladies remember doll shells now, not many (but) it’s still happening, and we are giving doll shells life back. It’s coming back to life now and it’s going to be like that forever, our future. " - Noeleen Lalara

 

 The Doll Shell project emerged from a request from Manchester Museum to return cultural material in late 2022, a collection that included Doll Shells. During consultations, it was revealed that Doll Shells only existed in the living memory of four female elders who confirmed that Doll Shells have not been seen or created in over 50 years. The women of Anindilyakwa Arts were moved by the stories of the Doll Shells and decided to revive the unique Anindilyakwa art practice

Ghost Net

A ghost net is a discarded or lost plastic fishing net that continues to drift at sea, "fishing" on its own and causing significant environmental harm, including the loss of marine life. These nets frequently wash up on beaches in Northern Australian communities, where they contribute to environmental degradation. The term "ghost net" arises from the net's "ghostly" ability to fish independently.

The Anindilyakwa artists on Groote Eylandt have turned this environmental challenge into an opportunity for artistic expression. They repurpose ghost nets into contemporary woven artworks, such as baskets and sculptures, combining them with bush-dyed fabrics and other textiles. These "new ways" artworks reflect a creative evolution of traditional practices.

As artist Annabell Amagula explains, "It started from the old ways, making baskets with Pandanus. We do the new ways now with some ghost net and fabrics. Those nets kill our bush tucker, our turtles and fish and crab. The rangers go around and pick up the net and give it to us. Our weaving carries the story."

These works not only embody the blend of traditional and contemporary techniques but also serve as a powerful narrative of environmental awareness and cultural resilience.

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