The painting depicts topography of the bush yam plant and its complex root system, which is principal food source (bush tucker) for Aboriginal people.

The Aboriginal women from Alhalkere country, Utopia, Aboriginal Art Regions of Central Australia use digging sticks to gather the yams.

The woman also pay homage to the spirit of the yam plant in their ceremonies to ensure to perpetual germination.

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

• Aboriginal Women
• Aboriginal Food
• Aboriginal Music
• Awelye (Women's Ceremony) Art
• Utopia Aboriginal Art: Aboriginal Paintings from the Central Desert