Sarrita's Water series have been inspired by the different water found throughout Australia, these paintings seek to capture the movement and the colours of this life-giving element. Sarrita listened to her father explain the importance of water to the Aboriginal culture and all human kind.

Aboriginal people feel a spiritual connection to the land, rivers and wetlands. Many river and wetlands are named and linked to creation stories and it is believed to be inhabited by spirit beings.

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

• Aboriginal Spirituality
• Aboriginal Culture