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15-FEB-2012

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Part of a big painting about dreamland

The Pleiades (Seven Sisters) are an important group of stars,
which form the basis of a similar myth all across Australia.
They represent a group of young women, seven sisters, who are pursued by Orion.
In the desert communities, this is considered a woman's myth.
It is a belief of Aboriginals of South Eastern Australia that the Pleiades
were seven brave and courageous young women placed in the sky as role models.

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wernere0102-Mar-2012 11:39
Looks like a great piece of modern art, though your fine story tells something different. Would like to see the whole.
Karen Stuebing29-Feb-2012 22:41
I love these colors and shapes. Very abstract the way you've framed this. And pretty.
LynnH29-Feb-2012 17:55
Wonderful, colorful ending for the February Challenge! V
Guest 29-Feb-2012 17:33
Beautiful!!! Nice detail!
Yvonne29-Feb-2012 10:43
I'm pretty sure this painting was hanging in the SA Art Gallery a time ago
so it was lovely to see part of it again and rehear the story. You are to be
commended for your research Mieke! This is lovely and I've enjoyed your month of images very much!
Stephanie29-Feb-2012 09:32
This is a beautiful painting Mieke! Love the colors and interesting design! :)
Janice Dunn29-Feb-2012 07:55
You show us a very attractive piece of Aborigine art here Mieke. Well done
It's been fun and I have enjoyed seeing your photos Mieke - it was quite a good month... Thanxxxx
laine29-Feb-2012 07:14
dreamtime stories are wonderful and so is indigenous art
Laryl29-Feb-2012 04:16
how interesting.. a very cool painting!