The painting depicts the Milky Way. The Milky Way is considered by Aboriginal people as a visual illustration of the microcosm within.

Aboriginal people believe stars in the sky have stories associated with their origin. It is believed that the stars and planets were once people and animals in the Creation Time.

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

• Aboriginal Dreamtime Stories
• Aboriginal Spirituality
• Aboriginal People