742-22TA, Tjala Arts, Acrylic on linen, 30 x 40cm
Wati Tree
Helen Curtis has depicted the Wati Tree, a shape-shifting tree that stands near Cave Hill, a sacred site in the Seven Sisters story.
Tjala Arts is located in the Amata Community, in the far northwest of South Australia. It is an Aboriginal-owned and managed corporation that sells artwork on behalf of its members. Since its foundation in 1999 (originally as Minymaku Arts), Tjala Arts has focused on adapting traditional Aboriginal symbols and designs to create contemporary abstract imagery. The centre provides an opportunity for the Anangu (Pitjantjatjara Aboriginal people) to develop skills in fine art and regional craft production. The art centre also plays a significant role in the well-being of the community and in maintaining culture and law.
