The painting depicts Awelye, body paint design. Aboriginal women paint their upper bodies for traditional ceremonies, which include song and dance.

If you would like to know more about Awelye and the relationship with Aboriginal Art and culture, please read the following articles or to view video footage of Aboriginal Women applying body paint design.

• Aboriginal Women
• Awelye
• Aboriginal Music

• Awelye (Body Paint) - Video of Aboriginal Women applying body paint design