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John Weeronga Bartoo

Original & Print works of Traditional Australian Aboriginal Dot Paintings

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Statement:
I was born in Brisbane, a long way from the dusty plains of my ancestors and the Kooma Tribal lands in South Western Queensland near Dirranbandi. It was in late 2002 while recovering from illness that I felt an urge to paint. At that time I did not understand where this feeling came from as I had never had an interest in art. having been educated and raised in a European lifestyle with no contact with my culture, I was left confused. In February 2003,I started painting and won my first art competition in July that year. In November 2003 I was invited to have my first Solo Exhibition the following July. My paintings tell my life story, those of my family and my interpretations of the Dreamtime stories. I am a self taught artist having had no formal art training. Through my art I am learning more about my culture,and by travelling and exhibiting my art internationally and communicating with people,I am gaining confidence in myself. I paint with Acrylic on Canvas or Linen and the paintings range in size from 20cms x 20cms to major works of 140cms x 150cms. My paintings are painted traditionally using a stick. Painting primarily for myself I am very happy when others enjoy my work.My art is a search for myself and I believe that the spirits of my ancestors are guiding me. As for my future in art I will be guided by my heart and my ancestors.