Lesley Murray - Director
I create art based on my Aboriginal heritage. It helps me greatly with knowing who I am and where I come from. It helps me connect with my Anawin culture, Traditional Custodians of the New England area of NSW. While I live in Western Australia, I am strong in my identity and proud to be part of the oldest living culture in the world.
My art is also an experimental journey in media/mediums to tell the stories from my childhood along with my inspirations from everyday life - being a mother and a creative woman in my own right. I also believe art helps build good mental health by freeing the mind of the everyday stresses of life by letting you rest and connect to your creative side.
Whilst working in several jobs with various community service sector agencies over the years I have always found ways to use my passion for art as a tool to connect to Elders, families, communities, and all walks of life, from the littles ones to adults. It works to uplift oneself and inspires good feelings in people whilst it strengthens families and communities.
My involvement in the Pilbara is ongoing both as an independent artist and as a member of Wangaba Roebourne Aboriginal Art Group.
Unfortunately, I suffered a stroke on Christmas Day 2020 and, for now, I am based in Perth with family members whilst I undergo continuing rehabilitation. Remastering my fine motor skills is a priority for me – mentally, emotionally, and physically – as artistic expression is such a fundamental part of what makes me, me. Art as therapy has always been something I believe is an essential part of the wholistic healing process and in this season, it has been a godsend for me as I explore completely new ways of expressing my creativity.
My art is also an experimental journey in media/mediums to tell the stories from my childhood along with my inspirations from everyday life - being a mother and a creative woman in my own right. I also believe art helps build good mental health by freeing the mind of the everyday stresses of life by letting you rest and connect to your creative side.
Whilst working in several jobs with various community service sector agencies over the years I have always found ways to use my passion for art as a tool to connect to Elders, families, communities, and all walks of life, from the littles ones to adults. It works to uplift oneself and inspires good feelings in people whilst it strengthens families and communities.
My involvement in the Pilbara is ongoing both as an independent artist and as a member of Wangaba Roebourne Aboriginal Art Group.
Unfortunately, I suffered a stroke on Christmas Day 2020 and, for now, I am based in Perth with family members whilst I undergo continuing rehabilitation. Remastering my fine motor skills is a priority for me – mentally, emotionally, and physically – as artistic expression is such a fundamental part of what makes me, me. Art as therapy has always been something I believe is an essential part of the wholistic healing process and in this season, it has been a godsend for me as I explore completely new ways of expressing my creativity.
