Coolumbria - The Beauty of Dreaming

Description

This striking 17-meter-long mural is by local First Nations artist, Nicky Bidju Pryor. Nicky Bidju is a Juru, Ngaro and Gia Traditional Owner from the Whitsunday to Bowen area on his Grandfather’s, and a Gunggandji Traditional Owner from the Yarrahbah area on his Grandmother’s side. This artwork highlights our place within Country, depicted by the subtle inclusion of the silhouette of Cootharinga, Castle Hill, and the dreaming of the rainbow serpent creating the land and life. The butterfly, Coolumbria, represents a freedom to move within our modern society and celebrate traditional culture.

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My name is Shelley, I live in Sydney and my passions are travel, photography and street art. I love road tripping through rural Australia and discovering the many wonderful murals and sculptures that abound these days.
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Location

Created on January 1, 2023
16 Stokes St, Townsville City QLD 4810, Australia
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