Deadly SIsta Girlz Art Exhibition
Bardip Koorliny (Stories Moving Through Time)
NAIDOC Week 3.07 to 10.07 | Central Park Tower, Perth CBD
Deadly Sista Girlz Bardip Koorliny is exhibiting emerging artists, alumni and established First Nations creatives from the Deadly Sista Girlz program in a showcase of identity, resilience and community.
In partnership with HIF, past and present Deadly Sista Girlz students, staff and alumni were invited to submit artworks for the opportunity to be featured in this year’s exhibition. Their works will be displayed alongside pieces from established First Nations artists connected to the program. All artworks will be available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going directly to the artists, supporting emerging and established First Nations creatives.


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All artworks are available for sale with 100% of the proceeds going directly to the artist.
Deadly Sista Girlz STudents
Deadly Sista Girlz from schools across Western Australia and Victoria have submitted the artworks below. Explore the featured artworks and cast your vote for your favourite piece to help decide the winner of the People’s Choice Award.
The exhibition runs from 3–10 July, giving you plenty of time to visit Central Park, experience the artworks up close, and submit your vote. Can’t make it to see the exhibition in person? You can vote online here.
You can also view the Deadly Sista Girlz Staff and Alumni artworks featured in the exhibition here.

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- Price: $550

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- Price: $500

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This painting ties in with Alaska’s other artworks, representing everything coming together and everyone embracing their cultures. This artwork is powerful to Alaska as it acknowledges that everyone is from a different mob and has special totems.
- Price: $350

4. Guardians of the Sea
This artwork celebrates the beauty and spirit of the ocean. The sea turtle symbolises wisdom, endurance and the journey through life, while the dolphin represents guidance, friendship and protection. Surrounded by flowing waters and bubbles, they remind us of the deep connection between sea life, Country, culture and the responsibility we all share to care for our waterways for future generations.
- Price: $550

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Her drawing represents Angeline and a kangaroo, an animal she feels a deep spiritual connection with. Kangaroos often appear in her dreams, and she feels as though they listen to her and understand what she is saying. When she is feeling down or upset, she senses their presence beside her, offering calm and comfort.
Angeline chose the kangaroo because it is a symbol of moving forward. Through this artwork, she expresses her belief in resilience, guidance and the importance of continuing on her path with strength and hope.
- Price: $50
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6. Rainbow Serpent Journey
- Price: $300

7. Combining Cultures
This piece represents the unity of Breanna’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. The colours red, yellow and black symbolise the Aboriginal flag, representing the Land, the Sun and the People. The blue, white and green reflect the Torres Strait Islander flag, symbolising the Sea, the Islands and the Dhari. At the centre of the artwork, figures from both cultures walk toward a shared meeting place. Their paths come together to show connection, identity and belonging.
- Price: $300

8. Two Oceans Meet
The big meeting place in the middle of the painting represents Chyna’s two families meeting and becoming one. The hills represent the struggles her family has faced on their journey to reach this point of togetherness. The smaller meeting places on either side represent her mum’s side and dad’s side of the family, each holding their own history, identity and experiences. The gradient flowing through the artwork symbolises the process of her family coming together as one.
- Price: $300

9. The Call of the Kookaburra
This artwork depicts three kookaburras singing in the morning. As the three kookaburras rose over Noongar Boodja and sat high in the gum tree, the cool breeze rustled the leaves as they began their famous laughing song. Their voices echoed across the bush, waking the animals and welcoming a new day. The Kookaburras sang together in harmony, celebrating the beauty of the land and connection to Kaya from nature. Perched among the branches, they watched the light spread across the country, bringing peace, joy, and life to the morning.
- Price: $300

10. River Helpers
This artwork shares the Noongar story of dolphins bringing fish into the shallows so women can collect food for their families. Ebony’s piece honours this cultural teaching, highlighting the relationship between people, animals, and Country.
- Price: $300

11.Dragonfly Connections
This artwork celebrates connection, growth and movement through the symbols of the dragonfly. Painted in shades of green to represent renewal, healing and the strong relationship between people and Country.
- Price: $300

12. Land and Sky
This artwork represents the connection between the sun and our Country. The sun plays an important part in Emma-Lee’s culture as it is seen as the ‘giver of life’. The sun shining down on Country allows many things to flourish and grow, whether it’s our animals, plants or people.
The two people represent learning and sharing of knowledge. There is an older figure showing the younger figure the importance of looking after our land and sky.
- Price: $300

13. Tracks of Connection
Her artwork tells the story of connection between land, people, and journey. The flowing lines represent the pathways we travel through life, sometimes smooth, sometimes winding, always leading us toward community and belonging.
The circular symbols are meeting places, showing family, friendships, and generations coming together to share stories, knowledge, and culture. The rich earthy tones reflect the strength of the land, while the lighter sands symbolise peace, healing, and the footprints left behind by those who walked before us.
The dotted patterns represent energy and movement across Country, reminding us that every journey carries memories, spirit, and connection. Even when paths separate, they remain linked through shared roots and experience.
- Price: $300

14. Dreamtime
Geneva’s artwork is inspired by a desert story about a man and woman walking across Country in search of water. The symbols surrounding the central blue circle represent the two travellers on their journey.
At the heart of the piece is the waterhole. Many desert communities have special waterholes where fresh water is gathered, and Geneva’s artwork honours the cultural significance of these places and the stories connected to them.
- Price: $300

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Her artwork features eels to honour her grandfather’s Country – Gunditjmara Country. Eels hold deep cultural significance for Gunditjmara people and have long been an important part of their way of living. The symbols surrounding the eels represent people on Country, highlighting the connection between community, land and the waterways.
- Price: $350

16. Protector of the Land and Sky
This painting shows the Eagle, Hannah’s totem, watching over the land, sky and the sea whilst also watching over Hannah as she goes to different places. The red, orange, and yellow background signifies the land, its warmth, and the outback in general. There are Eagle prints that tell the story of its travels, watching the sky and waterways.
- Price: $300

17. Land
This painting reflects the idea that we are all connected through the journeys we take and the landscapes we share. The painting expresses how Country holds each of us, linking people, paths and places together. Through her work, Jada highlights the way land brings connection, belonging and unity to all who walk upon it.
- Price: $350

18. Land and Sea Connections
Jalise’s artwork represents the connection between land, sea and all living things. The sea turtles and dolphins symbolise guidance, protection and the life found within our waterways, while the emu footprints remind us of the journeys taken across Country. The meeting places reflect communities gathering to share stories, knowledge and culture, showing that everything is connected through Country, spirit and family.
- Price: $300

19. Black Duck
Janaali created this piece in honour of her pop, who passed away two years ago. The black duck at the centre of the artwork represents his totem.
She remembers her pop fondly – his duck‑like voice, his webbed toes, and the special moments they shared, including her first and eleventh birthdays. This piece is a tribute to his memory and the love she continues to carry for him.
- Price: $300

20. Dolphins of Water Ways
- Price: $300

21. Maaman Waarkarl Boodja
This artwork tells a Noongar story of Maaman Waarkarl Boodja and the turtles who travel through the waterways of Country. The three turtles represent the passing knowledge between generations, and the three meeting places represent the sharing of knowledge. The flowing blue, green and yellow dot patterns symbolise rivers, wetlands and life-giving waters that sustain all things. Turtles remind us to travel with respect, patience and wisdom, as they are the protectors of the river.
- Price: $300

22. Paths of Women
- Price: $300

23. Wildflowers After the Rain
This artwork is inspired by Jessie’s trips back home to the Wheatbelt with her family, travelling through the countryside and admiring the beautiful landscapes covered in wildflowers after the rain. The blue background represents the water and skies that bring life to the land, while the vibrant colours reflect the resilience of the wildflowers that endure the harsh summer conditions.
Jessie can connect with the wildflowers because she sees herself as a resilient, bright, and vibrant young Yorga, walking her own beautiful journey and persevering through each season of life. Just like our lasting culture and deep connection to Country, these wildflowers adapt, survive, and grow in their rightful place. This artwork celebrates strength, growth, belonging, and the beauty that emerges through resilience.
- Price: $300

24. Memory When I Was 7
On Kateesha’s seventh birthday, she was travelling down the highway with her family when a bright rainbow appeared outside the car window. Moments later, as they turned onto another road, an even larger and more vivid rainbow came into view, capturing her full attention. This simple yet magical moment stayed with her, becoming a cherished memory and the inspiration behind her artwork.
- Price: $300

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Keira’s artwork shows her family’s totem, the black cockatoo, perched high in a gumtree watching over the Larrakia Country. The black cockatoo holds deep significance for Keira, reminding her of Darwin, where she was born and raised, connecting her back to home. Through this piece, Keira expresses her connection to family, culture and identity.
- Price: $300

26. Rainbow Serpent
Her artwork tells the story of the Wagyl, the powerful Rainbow Serpent who travelled across Noongar Boodja during the Dreaming, shaping the land and creating the waterways that sustain life today. The vibrant colours of the Wagyl represent the beauty and diversity of Noongar Boodja – the changing seasons, wildflowers, skies and landscapes that make Country beautiful and unique.
- Price: $300

27. Ancestors
This artwork explores the presence of those who came before us. The artwork shows how ancestors continue to watch over and guide us through the leaves, the plants, and Country itself, reminding us that their wisdom is always close.
- Price: $300

28. Blind Faith
This piece represents Layliah’s journey of moving forward with confidence and without barriers. It reflects her trust in the teachings passed down through generations, as well as the strength that comes from following your instincts and walking your own path.
- SOLD

29. Silver Teapot with Plants
This artwork was created during Lena’s art class, where she enjoyed experimenting with colour, light and texture to transform everyday objects into something vibrant and expressive. Through blending shades and adding highlights, she worked to create depth and bring the teapot, plants and fruit to life.
The bright colour in the background represents the mystery of what may lie outside that what we cannot see. The plant growing towards the lamp reflects its need for light and change. The fruits and vegetables represent the fleeting feeling of life and how we want to know more.
- Price: $300

30. Where Colours Fade
This painting represents the journey through teenage life and friendships. The black background symbolises the unknown parts of growing up – the stress, pressure, loneliness and confusion that people don’t always show on the outside. Even though the canvas is dark, the bright patterns growing across it show that there is still happiness, memories and identity being built through those experiences.
The white flowing line represents the path of life and the choices people make as they grow older. It moves unevenly because life is never completely predictable, especially during teenage years where friendships and emotions constantly change. The line also acts as a barrier between peace and chaos, showing how people try to protect themselves while learning who they can trust.
The circular dot patterns symbolise different friendships, social groups and moments throughout life. Some circles are bright and connected, representing genuine friendships, support and good memories. Others slowly fade or separate, representing broken trust and friendships that do not last forever. The layers of colours represent happiness, excitement, jealousy, pressure and disappointment.
The fading dots moving into the empty space represent how people come and go throughout life. Some friendships leave a strong impact while others slowly disappear over time. Even though not everyone is trustworthy, every experience still becomes part of a person’s growth and identity.
Overall, the artwork tells the story of teenage social life, learning, changing, making memories and discovering that while some people are temporary, the experiences they leave behind still shape who you become.
- Price: $300

31. Journey of the Turtle River
The flowing background of this artwork shows a long river, representing the Avon River in Northam. Along the banks of the Avon River is where you see the long-necked turtle.
The long-necked turtle carries stories and knowledge of the river’s dreaming as it continues its journey. The branches with leaves and wattle represent life and the length of the turtle’s journeys.
- Price: $450

32. Spirit of Flight
This piece shows the Karak (Red Tailed Black Cockatoo) mid-flight, about to land. The turquoise background that fades into a darker blue to represent the skies it travels. The Karak have significant importance to the Noongar culture and are beautiful birds.
- Price: $300

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This painting represents the ocean flowing through the land, bringing water, movement, and life to the environment. Water is an important part of Country because it supports plants, animals, and people. The flowing patterns in the artwork show the movement of water as it travels through the landscape and connects different areas together.
The circles represent waterholes and camps, which are important places where people and animals gather. The tracks represent animals moving across Country, searching for water, finding food, and looking after themselves. These symbols show the relationship between animals, people, water and the land.
Painting allows Margret to express stories and ideas through colour, shapes and symbols. She hopes to continue learning more about her culture and to create future artworks that connect strongly to culture, Country and the land.
- Price: $300

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Marjorie enjoys creating dot paintings that share Dreamtime stories and highlight Indigenous history. Her artwork is a way for her to connect with culture, honour tradition, and strengthen her storytelling skills.
- Price: $300

35. Connected Through Country
This artwork represents family, friendship and staying connected through country. The pink tones show warmth, love and comfort, while the blue river symbolises peace, life and the journey people take together. The dotted pathways connect the meeting places, showing that even when families or friends are apart, they still stay connected.
The circles represent different camps and communities where people gather to share stories, laugh and support each other. The footprints in the middle show the journey of young people growing up, learning from Elders, and finding their own path while staying connected to culture and family.
This painting tells the story of different families and friends who live across country near the river. Even though they stay in different camps, they always come together for special gatherings. The river guides them as they travel across the land, following footprints left by their ancestors. The younger generation listens to stories from Elders, learning about culture, respect, and the importance of family. Around the camps, people share food, dance and spend time together, creating memories that will stay with them forever.
The painting also represents growing up. The footprints show the path teenagers take while discovering who they are. Sometimes the journey can feel confusing, but the connected circle reminds them they are never alone because family, culture and country will always guide them.
- Price: $300

36. Carrying Tradition
This artwork represents Mayvonne’s family traditions and the memories she holds closest. The artwork is based on a photograph she took last December of her hand holding a jam gum.
Going out to look for and eat jam gums is an important tradition passed down by her grandmother, who wants her grandchildren and great‑grandchildren to continue this practice. It is a yearly outing that the kids and their nan always look forward to.
Mayvonne is the climber of the family – she goes out every time so she can climb the trees for everyone. She is also sometimes the driver, learning the roads and remembering the way so she can one day teach others when her nan is no longer there to guide them.
This artwork reflects her commitment to carrying tradition, honouring her family, and continuing these cultural practices as she grows older.
- Price: $450

37. Sacred Healing Waters and Family Paths
This artwork tells the story behind Mayvone’s family memories and cultural beliefs about their local waterhole.
In the centre of the artwork is the waterhole where the Waagyl is believed to rest in the summertime. Mayvonne and her family go to the waterhole every summer when the river is full enough to swim. The background colours represent dirt – the dirt that they throw into the water as a cultural practice to let the Waagyl know that they are there, so they don’t disturb his resting. The footprints show there are many ways to get to-and-from the waterhole. The meeting places also represent where members of Mayvonne’s family gather.
To Mayvonne, the waterhole is my healing place. It brings comfort, connection and memories of family.
- Price: $300

38. Our Beautiful Connections
This painting celebrates the strong and enduring relationship between people and the land. At the centre of the painting, the figures represent ancestors travelling across Country, living within it, caring for it and keeping the connection between land, culture and community alive.
- Price: $350

39. Curious Magpie
Nakisha’s artwork centres on the magpie, her totem, shown watching over emu and kangaroo tracks. The magpie’s placement reflects its naturally curious nature, always observing what is happening around it.
In the top corner, she has included people to represent herself and her family, symbolising togetherness, connection and the importance of staying close to one another.
- Price: $350

40. Turtle and Tortie
This artwork shows the story of Turtle and Tortie. Two best friends face a terrifying storm that floods their sunny pod. Huddling together, they find courage and decide to swim to the other side. Despite the muddy challenges, they help each other and finally reach the safety of a lily pad.
- Price: $50

41. A Turtle’s Journey
This artwork tells the story of a turtle’s journey as it moves through the waterways, growing stronger over time through different seasons and life experiences. The dots represent the flowing water, while the patterns on the turtle’s shell show its journey and the path it has travelled. The greens and blues reflect the connection between land and sea, and the importance of both in our cultures.
Penelope created this piece drawing on her connection to culture, identity, and Country. It’s a story about growth, strength, and staying connected to where you come from.
- Price: $300

42. Following the Emu Tracks
This artwork tells the story of emus travelling across Country, following ancient pathways between water sources, gathering places and food-rich lands. The winding river represents life and connection, while the meeting places symbolise communities coming together to share stories, knowledge and culture.
- Price: $300
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43. From Sunset to Starlight
Her artwork represents the ongoing cycle of life on Noongar Boodja, where animals, waterways and the sky are all connected through nature’s rhythm. Along the riverbanks, women gather and fish, sharing knowledge, skills and responsibilities that have been passed down through generations.
The tracks woven through the artwork represent the journeys of men hunting across Country. Following the footprints of kangaroos and emus, only taking what they need to provide for their families and community. The sun and moon remind us of the endless cycle of nature and community, representing the continuation of life, culture and traditional roles.
- SOLD

44. Women’s Journey
This artwork tells the story of the women in Rebecca’s life coming together – learning, connecting, and sharing from their lived experiences. The purple and blue circles with dots represent campfires, places where they gather, yarn, and build a strong sense of community.
The flowing lines leading towards them show the journeys they take as women, travelling through life, facing challenges, and staying strong together. The different shades of purple, along with the white dots, represent pathways, symbolising movement, growth, and the connection between generations.
This piece reflects how younger women look up to older women for wisdom, guidance, and cultural knowledge, while also showing the importance of building strong connections with each other. Through its bright, flowing colours, Rebecca’s artwork celebrates unity, learning, culture, and the powerful bonds shared between women across generations.
- Price: $300
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45. Ngarlu (Woman)
This painting tells a story of a strong and independent woman whose spirit carries the strength of generations before her. The arched shapes represent the journey of women through life – from a baby to a young girl, to a mother and finally to an Elder. Each arch is connected, showing how wisdom, strength, and culture are passed down through generations.
At the centre, the meeting circle represents the Elders sitting together, sharing stories and knowledge from Dreamtime. These stories keep culture alive and guide the younger generations. Beneath the painting, the dots symbolise the Country of Elders – the land they belong to, protect, and carry within them.
The two other meeting circles in the corners show women coming together as one community, united in strength, love, and support for each other. Surrounding these circles are guiding dots, life. These lights symbolise hope, guidance, ancestors, and connection between women, culture and country.
Overall, the painting celebrates unity, the power of women, the importance of storytelling, and the deep connection between generations, culture, and land.
- Price: $300

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Savarnah’s painting is about the connection between animals, the land, and the water. The animals represent the importance of caring for Country and how everything in nature is connected. The land and waterways hold stories, memories, and cultural meaning that have been passed down through generations.
Through her artwork, Savarnah wanted to show respect for her culture, connection to Country, and the relationship between people, animals, and the land (barna). She enjoys using art to express her ideas and learn more about her culture, traditions and storytelling.
Savarnah looks forward to creating more artworks, developing her skills, and continuing to share stories through her paintings.
- Price: $300

47. River of Spirits
The river in this painting represents a life-giving waterway that winds through the heart of the land, connecting ancient Dreamtime stories to the present. The manta rays depicted are ancestral beings, guides who watch over the river and its inhabitants, symbolising wisdom and protection. The intricate dot patterns symbolise the countless stars in the night sky, representing the connection between the earth and the cosmos. The circular motifs signify waterholes and sacred gathering places where stories are shared, and traditions are passed down through generations.
- Price: $300

48. Where the Fresh Meets the Sea
Shannola’s artwork represents the deep connection between herself, her people and Country. The piece reflects the meeting of saltwater and freshwater, an important symbol of identity, belonging and the way her community is spiritually and culturally linked to both environments.
- Price: $350

49. The Yonga and the Kedalak
This portrait reflects the love Shelby has for her Country, family and animals. Set beneath the night sky – her favourite time of day -the portrait centres on the kangaroo. The kangaroo represents the ability to bounce forward when times get hard.
She admires their strength and determination, especially the way kangaroos continue to stand tall even after being knocked down in a fight. This mirrors her belief that resilience is an important skill, one that helps people rise again through challenges. The artwork also represents the feeling of home and the warmth you feel there.
- Price: $50
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50. A Mother’s Healing
Sophie’s artwork is a tribute to the strength, love and healing power of her mother.
At the centre of the piece is a circle filled with medicine leaves, symbolising healing. Surrounding the circle are figures representing her sister, sister‑in‑law and two nieces.
On the outside of the central circle are two figures: Sophie and her mum. Their journey lines represent their individual paths as well as the personal journeys they continue to walk together.
The artwork reflects how Sophie’s mother has held the family together, supported each person through challenges and created a space of healing, unity and love. It is a visual story of motherhood, resilience, connection and shared journeys.
Please note: this piece is not for sale.

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Tallara’s artwork is inspired by the connection between people and Country. Bold colours, flowing water patterns and the presence of black swans come together to symbolise unity, journey and belonging. The warm sunset reflects healing, strength and the powerful relationship we share with nature and with one another.
The swans represent Matagarup Bridge, connecting East Perth and the Burswood Peninsula across the Swan River, symbolising a meeting place that brings people together from both sides and represents community, connection, and shared journeys for our mob.
- Price: $300

52. Leading the Young
This artwork reflects the cultural significance of honey ants, an important food source for many Aboriginal communities and a key part of Dreamtime stories for language groups connected to desert Country.
Honey ants resonate deeply with Tekiyah because of their strong connection to maternal roles and guidance. In her artwork, they symbolise the way women lead and teach children, showing them the right path, passing down knowledge, and nurturing the next generation.
- Price: $300

53. Yongah
This artwork reflects the significance of the Kangaroo in Noongar culture. It is a very important animal that represents a lot of things, like dancing, clothing, food and how to care for the land.
It has been a core memory throughout Tekiyah’s life, hunting Kangaroos with her family, especially her Dad. She grew up raising joeys, which is something that she loves doing. She feels a strong connection to the Kangaroo and loves exploring the bush.
- Price: $300

54. The Nodjam Yaakin
This painting tells a story of journey, wisdom, and renewal, carried by the sea turtles gliding through deep waters. The turtles represent ancient travellers, beings who have seen the world change yet continue to move with grace and purpose.
Each swirl and dotted circle around them marks a meeting place of currents and spirits, where knowledge flows like tides between generations. The green shells echo the rhythm of growth and healing, while the blue and white patterns whisper of moonlit waves and the quiet strength found in persistence.
In this story, the turtles are guardians of memory. They remind us that life moves in cycles – that every return to the shore is both an ending and a beginning. Their path through the ocean is a reminder to keep moving forward, even when the waters grow dark, trusting that the light will always find its way back.
- Price: $300

55. Looking for my Mum
Through this artwork, Zarine expresses her journey of grief from the loss of her mother. The whale represents Zarine herself, moving through a water passage while calling out for her mother. The swirling forms around the whale symbolise whirlpools, reflecting the voices of family members telling her that her mother has gone – something she still struggles to accept.
- Price: $300

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Her story of the two Maali standing together symbolises the strength, unity and deep cultural connection shared between people and Country. The Maali do more than exist side by side; they survive together, remaining connected through distance, challenge and hardship.
In her artwork, the Maali represent a powerful sense of fairness, resilience and an unbreakable bond between each other, culture and Country.
- Price: $50

