With the use of Aboriginal iconography this artwork represents Aboriginal men dancing. Dances are performed to keep Aboriginal culture alive and to ensure the Dreaming stories are passed onto the younger generation in the tribe.

For Aboriginal people dancing is used to tell stories of their past, animals and the Dreamtime. These dances are an important part of their culture. The kangaroo and goanna are totemic spirits. Hand prints can often be seen on caves and rock wall.

If you would like to know more about men Dancing and the relationship with Aboriginal Art and culture, please read the following articles:

• Aboriginal Music
• Aboriginal Spirituality
• Aboriginal Culture
• Aboriginal Symbols and their Meanings