The painting depicts specific markings applied to the neck for awelye (womens ceremonies).

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:

• Awelye (Womens Ceremony) Art
• Aboriginal Women
• Utopia Aboriginal Art: Aboriginal Paintings from the Central Desert

• Video of Aboriginal Women applying body paint design