{"title":"Yondee Shane Hansen","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"emu-feathers-by-shane-henson","title":"\"Emu Feathers\" by Yondee Shane Hansen","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTHIS PAINTING HAS SOLD OUT\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN COMMISSIONING ARTWORK BY YONDEE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEMAIL US AT: art@creativenative.com.au\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Shane\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia, based in Perth. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in south west WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and being told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father.  Around the age of ten he would travel and visit his aunties on the Swan River and would collect paper bark to help them in their artwork. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their painting on paperbark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather. He learnt these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee Shane Hansen says: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks and mixing it with my paints. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand is different out of the creeks, its smoother, it’s good to use. When I make sand paintings using black and white, it’s gives a simple strong message and feeling.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this painting\u003c\/strong\u003e, Shane paints the male emu feathers. Specifically, the emu is sitting on the eggs of his young in the midst of a storm, with the wind blowing through his feathers. Shane intricately uses his sand\/paint mix to create lines that seemingly move, giving the illusion of rustling feathers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":25377105150016,"sku":"CP09217","price":1647.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/products\/Shane_Henson_Emu_Feathers_-_170x120cm_edited.jpg?v=1550719699"},{"product_id":"the-hunters-by-shane-hanson","title":"\"The Hunter\" by Yondee Shane Hansen","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e123 x 61 cm in size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Shane:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia, based in Perth. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in south west WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and being told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father.  Around the age of ten he would travel and visit his aunties on the Swan River and would collect paper bark to help them in their art work. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their painting on paper bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather. He learnt these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee Shane Hansen says: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand is different out of the creeks, its smoother, it’s good to use. When I make sand paintings or bark paintings using black and white, or bold colours, it’s gives that simple strong message.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Artwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this painting, Shane paints the Hunters. Hunting was traditional men's business, where the men of the tribe would venture out and hunt large animals such as Kangaroo's, Emu's and Birds. This was also a big part of Shane's family custom, hunting and gathering by the Swan River growing up. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31357507731491,"sku":"","price":1495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/products\/The_Hunters_Yondee.jpg?v=1575271665"},{"product_id":"outback-hills-by-shane-hanson","title":"\"Gnamma Holes\" by Yondee Shane Hansen","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e68.5cm by 197cm \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia, based in Perth. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in south west WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and being told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father.  Around the age of ten he would travel and visit his aunties on the Swan River and would collect paper bark to help them in their art work. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their painting on paper bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather. He learnt these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this painting, Shane paints the traditional Waterhole Dreaming. The waterholes, also recognised as “Gnamma Holes”, are filled with an abundance of water, allowing nearby animals to drink in the dry season. These are naturally forming rock holes that can be found in solid rock, like granite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee Shane Hansen says: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand is different out of the creeks, its smoother, it’s good to use. When I make sand paintings or bark paintings using black and white, or bold colours, it’s gives that simple strong message.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31358723948579,"sku":"","price":3495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/products\/GnammaHoles2021.jpg?v=1621565642"},{"product_id":"waterhole-dreaming-by-yondee-shane-hansen-1","title":"\"Waterhole Dreaming\" by Yondee Shane Hansen","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e81cm by 121cm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Shane\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia, based in Perth. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in southwest WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and being told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father.  Around the age of ten, he would travel and visit his aunties on the Swan River and would collect paperbark to help them in their artwork. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their painting on paperbark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather. He learned these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee Shane Hansen says: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand is different out of the creeks, its smoother, it’s good to use. When I make sand paintings using black and white, it’s gives a simple strong message and feeling.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this painting\u003c\/strong\u003e, Shane paints the traditional Waterhole Dreaming. The waterholes are filled with an abundance of water, allowing nearby animals to drink in the dry season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39346351636515,"sku":"","price":995.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/products\/Waterholes2.jpg?v=1622775721"},{"product_id":"waterhole-dreaming-by-yondee-shane-hansen-2","title":"\"Waterhole Dreaming\" by Yondee Shane Hansen","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e84cm by 124cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Shane\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia, based in Perth. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in south west WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and being told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father.  Around the age of ten he would travel and visit his aunties on the Swan River and would collect paper bark to help them in their art work. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their painting on paper bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather. He learnt these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee Shane Hansen says: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand is different out of the creeks, its smoother, it’s good to use. When I make sand paintings using black and white, it’s gives a simple strong message and feeling.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this painting\u003c\/strong\u003e, Shane paints the traditional Waterhole Dreaming. The waterholes are filled with an abundance of water, allowing nearby animals to drink in the dry season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39346351865891,"sku":"","price":1195.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/products\/Waterholes1.jpg?v=1622775996"},{"product_id":"emu-feathers-by-yondee-shane-hansen","title":"\"Emu Feathers\" by Yondee Shane Hansen","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96.5 x 174.5cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Shane\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia, based in Perth. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in south west WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and being told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father.  Around the age of ten he would travel and visit his aunties on the Swan River and would collect paper bark to help them in their artwork. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their painting on paperbark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather. He learnt these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee Shane Hansen says: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks and mixing it with my paints. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand is different out of the creeks, it's smoother, it’s good to use. When I make sand paintings using black and white, it gives a simple strong message and feeling.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this painting\u003c\/strong\u003e, Shane paints the male emu feathers. Specifically, the emu is sitting on the eggs of his young in the midst of a storm, with the wind blowing through his feathers. Shane intricately uses his sand\/paint mix to create lines that seemingly move, giving the illusion of rustling feathers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39375533506595,"sku":"","price":2495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/products\/croppedemufeathers.jpg?v=1625645483"},{"product_id":"storm-clouds-by-shane-yondee-hansen","title":"\"Storm Clouds\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMixed Media on Canvas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- 90 x 90cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in southwest WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and being told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father. Around the age of ten, he would travel and visit his aunties on the Swan River and would collect paper bark to help them in their artwork. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their paintings on paper bark.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting, and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather. He learned these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee Shane Hansen says: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand is different out of the creeks, it's smoother, and it’s good to use. When I make sand paintings using black and white, or bold colors, it gives a simple strong message.”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSymbols in Aboriginal sand art are significant features of the continuous depiction of communication between the Great Spirits of the ancestors and humans. They tell the story of the “Dreamtime” myth, which signifies the creation of the Aboriginals as well as their history and culture.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003eMeanings of Symbols in Aboriginal sand art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAboriginal art symbols are significant because they are used to mark a sacred spot, the location of a waterhole, the direction to a certain place, or the illustration of Dreamtime stories. Aboriginal people travel often to distant lands. Events that occurred during these travels and rituals performed were recorded in sand and body paintings, thus, preserving the traditional Aboriginal art and culture. There are several symbols seen in these paintings. Here are some examples with their corresponding meanings:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Concentric circles. These are very common symbols in Aboriginal sand art because the circles depict the Dreamtime stories. However, the symbols are quite hard to understand. A deeper knowledge of the Dreamtime stories will help in deciphering the meaning of these concentric circles. This should not be confused with circles that represent a campfire or mark a certain destination.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• U-Shapes. These represent a place where the Aboriginal people meet or a gathering around a campsite.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Spears and digging sticks. These are indications of gender roles. Spears represent Aboriginal men while digging sticks represent the women gathering food.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Lines and waves. They are either pointed upward or used to connect two circles. Lines indicated upward can either represent an upcoming rain or a fire rising upward. Waves can either mean a body of water or a snake.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• These symbols can be paw prints or kangaroo prints. When used in sand art, they depict a spot where animals are domesticated.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSymbols used in contemporary sand painting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis traditional form of iconography is preserved so that the new generation will appreciate Australian Aboriginal culture. Sand painting is now done using acrylic paint, thus ensuring that the symbols are permanently seen or showcased. Some artists engraved this traditional art form in their canvases, still incorporating the true meaning of this sacred art form. After all, symbols in Aboriginal sand art are not mere art forms but are divine. They tell more than a map or a destination but a story of creation and the treasured history of the Aboriginal people.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39714430779427,"sku":"","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/products\/StormClouds-ShaneHansenSand.jpg?v=1660887486"},{"product_id":"waterhole-dreaming-by-shane-yondee-hansen","title":"\"Waterhole Dreaming\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMixed Media on Canvas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- 90 x 90cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in southwest WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and being told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father. Around the age of ten, he would travel and visit his aunties on the Swan River and would collect paper bark to help them in their artwork. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their paintings on paper bark.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting, and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather. He learned these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee Shane Hansen says: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand is different out of the creeks, it's smoother, and it’s good to use. When I make sand paintings using black and white, or bold colors, it gives a simple strong message.”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSymbols in Aboriginal sand art are significant features of the continuous depiction of communication between the Great Spirits of the ancestors and humans. They tell the story of the “Dreamtime” myth, which signifies the creation of the Aboriginals as well as their history and culture.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003eMeanings of Symbols in Aboriginal sand art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAboriginal art symbols are significant because they are used to mark a sacred spot, the location of a waterhole, the direction to a certain place, or the illustration of Dreamtime stories. Aboriginal people travel often to distant lands. Events that occurred during these travels and rituals performed were recorded in sand and body paintings, thus, preserving the traditional Aboriginal art and culture. There are several symbols seen in these paintings. Here are some examples with their corresponding meanings:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Concentric circles. These are very common symbols in Aboriginal sand art because the circles depict the Dreamtime stories. However, the symbols are quite hard to understand. A deeper knowledge of the Dreamtime stories will help in deciphering the meaning of these concentric circles. This should not be confused with circles that represent a campfire or mark a certain destination.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• U-Shapes. These represent a place where the Aboriginal people meet or a gathering around a campsite.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Spears and digging sticks. These are indications of gender roles. Spears represent Aboriginal men while digging sticks represent the women gathering food.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Lines and waves. They are either pointed upward or used to connect two circles. Lines indicated upward can either represent an upcoming rain or a fire rising upward. Waves can either mean a body of water or a snake.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• These symbols can be paw prints or kangaroo prints. When used in sand art, they depict a spot where animals are domesticated.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSymbols used in contemporary sand painting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis traditional form of iconography is preserved so that the new generation will appreciate Australian Aboriginal culture. Sand painting is now done using acrylic paint, thus ensuring that the symbols are permanently seen or showcased. Some artists engraved this traditional art form in their canvases, still incorporating the true meaning of this sacred art form. After all, symbols in Aboriginal sand art are not mere art forms but are divine. They tell more than a map or a destination but a story of creation and the treasured history of the Aboriginal people.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39714432122915,"sku":"","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/products\/Waterhole-ShaneHansenSand.jpg?v=1660887779"},{"product_id":"tingari-life-cycle-by-shane-yondee-hansen","title":"\"Tingari Life Cycle\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMixed Media on Canvas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- 90 x 90cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in southwest WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and being told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father. Around the age of ten, he would travel and visit his aunties on the Swan River and would collect paper bark to help them in their artwork. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their paintings on paper bark.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting, and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather. He learned these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee Shane Hansen says: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand is different out of the creeks, it's smoother, and it’s good to use. When I make sand paintings using black and white, or bold colors, it gives a simple strong message.”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSymbols in Aboriginal sand art are significant features of the continuous depiction of communication between the Great Spirits of the ancestors and humans. They tell the story of the “Dreamtime” myth, which signifies the creation of the Aboriginals as well as their history and culture.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003eMeanings of Symbols in Aboriginal sand art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAboriginal art symbols are significant because they are used to mark a sacred spot, the location of a waterhole, the direction to a certain place, or the illustration of Dreamtime stories. Aboriginal people travel often to distant lands. Events that occurred during these travels and rituals performed were recorded in sand and body paintings, thus, preserving the traditional Aboriginal art and culture. There are several symbols seen in these paintings. Here are some examples with their corresponding meanings:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Concentric circles. These are very common symbols in Aboriginal sand art because the circles depict the Dreamtime stories. However, the symbols are quite hard to understand. A deeper knowledge of the Dreamtime stories will help in deciphering the meaning of these concentric circles. This should not be confused with circles that represent a campfire or mark a certain destination.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• U-Shapes. These represent a place where the Aboriginal people meet or a gathering around a campsite.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Spears and digging sticks. These are indications of gender roles. Spears represent Aboriginal men while digging sticks represent the women gathering food.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Lines and waves. They are either pointed upward or used to connect two circles. Lines indicated upward can either represent an upcoming rain or a fire rising upward. Waves can either mean a body of water or a snake.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• These symbols can be paw prints or kangaroo prints. When used in sand art, they depict a spot where animals are domesticated.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSymbols used in contemporary sand painting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis traditional form of iconography is preserved so that the new generation will appreciate Australian Aboriginal culture. Sand painting is now done using acrylic paint, thus ensuring that the symbols are permanently seen or showcased. Some artists engraved this traditional art form in their canvases, still incorporating the true meaning of this sacred art form. After all, symbols in Aboriginal sand art are not mere art forms but are divine. They tell more than a map or a destination but a story of creation and the treasured history of the Aboriginal people.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39714434154531,"sku":"","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/products\/Tingari-ShaneHansenSand.jpg?v=1660888167"},{"product_id":"coral-reefs-by-shane-yondee-hansen","title":"\"Coral Reefs\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 150 x 88cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcrylic on Canvas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommission work Available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in southwest WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and being told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father.  Around the age of ten he would travel and visit his aunties on the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River) and would collect paper bark to help them in their artwork. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their paintings on paper bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYondee is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting, and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather.         \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Yondee learned these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee says; “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand is different out of the creeks, it's smoother, and it’s good to use. When I make sand paintings using black and white, or bold colors, it gives a simple strong message.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the artwork \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Yondee paints the Coral reef. Human involvement with the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area began thousands of years before Captain Cook struck a reef near the current site of Cooktown. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities have fished and hunted its waters, and navigated between the islands of its coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAustralia's aboriginal people not only know of the existence of the Reef, but they also had large outrigger canoes that enabled them to travel to the islands and outer reefs. They moved their settlements up and down the coast for thousands of years before the coming of the Europeans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Great Barrier Reef is important in the history and culture of Australia's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Important cultural sites and values exist on many islands and reefs in the Great Barrier Reef Region. Animals such as dugongs and turtles have long been part of Aboriginal dreaming and are important in many aspects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39717011980323,"sku":"","price":3695.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/products\/IMG_1955.jpg?v=1661161056"},{"product_id":"dancing-winds-by-shane-yondee-hansen","title":"\"Dancing Winds\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003eCommissions available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003eSize: 155cm by 50cm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia, based in Perth. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in southwest WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and being told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father.  Around the age of ten, he would travel and visit his aunties on the Swan River and would collect paper bark to help them with their artwork. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their painting on paper bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting, and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather. He learned these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39871151144995,"sku":"","price":2695.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/products\/IMG_2454_2.jpg?v=1668670092"},{"product_id":"gnamma-holes-by-shane-yondee-hansen","title":"\"Gnamma Holes\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommissions available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 115cm by 69cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia, based in Perth. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in southwest WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and is told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father.  Around the age of ten, he would travel and visit his aunties on the Swan River and would collect paper bark to help them with their artwork. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their painting on paper bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting, and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather. He learned these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this painting, Shane paints the traditional Waterhole Dreaming. The waterholes, also recognized as “Gnamma Holes”, are filled with an abundance of water, allowing nearby animals to drink in the dry season. These are naturally forming rock holes that can be found in solid rock, like granite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee Shane Hansen says: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand is different out of the creeks, it's smoother, and it’s good to use. When I make sand paintings or bark paintings using black and white, or bold colors, it gives that simple strong message.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39871168446499,"sku":"","price":2495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/products\/IMG_2450.jpg?v=1668670675"},{"product_id":"gnamma-holes-by-shane-yondee-hansen-1","title":"\"Gnamma Holes\" by Shane Yondee Hansen","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommissions available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 115cm by 69cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia, based in Perth. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in southwest WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and is told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father.  Around the age of ten, he would travel and visit his aunties on the Swan River and would collect paper bark to help them with their artwork. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their painting on paper bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting, and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather. He learned these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn this painting, Shane paints the traditional Waterhole Dreaming. The waterholes, also recognized as “Gnamma Holes”, are filled with an abundance of water, allowing nearby animals to drink in the dry season. These are naturally forming rock holes that can be found in solid rock, like granite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee Shane Hansen says: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand is different out of the creeks, it's smoother, and it’s good to use. When I make sand paintings or bark paintings using black and white, or bold colors, it gives that simple strong message.”\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39871184732195,"sku":"","price":2495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/products\/IMG_2448.jpg?v=1668670931"},{"product_id":"gnamma-holes-by-shane-yondee-hansen-2","title":"\"Gnamma Holes\" by Shane Yondee Hansen","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommissions available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 70cm by 50cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia, based in Perth. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in southwest WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and is told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father.  Around the age of ten, he would travel and visit his aunties on the Swan River and would collect paper bark to help them with their artwork. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their painting on paper bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting, and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather. He learned these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn this painting, Shane paints the traditional Waterhole Dreaming. The waterholes, also recognized as “Gnamma Holes”, are filled with an abundance of water, allowing nearby animals to drink in the dry season. These are naturally forming rock holes that can be found in solid rock, like granite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee Shane Hansen says: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand is different out of the creeks, it's smoother, and it’s good to use. When I make sand paintings or bark paintings using black and white, or bold colors, it gives that simple strong message.”\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39886567899171,"sku":"","price":995.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/products\/IMG_2518.jpg?v=1670228137"},{"product_id":"gnamma-holes-by-shane-yondee-hansen-3","title":"\"Gnamma Holes\" by Shane Yondee Hansen","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommissions available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 157cm by 47cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia, based in Perth. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in southwest WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and is told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father.  Around the age of ten, he would travel and visit his aunties on the Swan River and would collect paper bark to help them with their artwork. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their painting on paper bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting, and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather. He learned these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn this painting, Shane paints the traditional Waterhole Dreaming. The waterholes, also recognized as “Gnamma Holes”, are filled with an abundance of water, allowing nearby animals to drink in the dry season. These are naturally forming rock holes that can be found in solid rock, like granite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee Shane Hansen says: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand is different out of the creeks, it's smoother, and it’s good to use. When I make sand paintings or bark paintings using black and white, or bold colors, it gives that simple strong message.”\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39886568259619,"sku":"","price":1995.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/products\/IMG_2527_3.jpg?v=1670228432"},{"product_id":"coral-reefs-spawning-by-shane-yondee-hansen","title":"\"Coral Reefs Spawning\" by Shane Yondee Hansen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003eSize: 100 x 70cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003eAcrylic on Canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003eCommission work Available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in southwest WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and being told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father. Around the age of ten he would travel and visit his aunties on the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River) and would collect paper bark to help them in their artwork. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their paintings on paper bark.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYondee is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting, and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYondee learned these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee says; “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand is different out of the creeks, it's smoother, and it’s good to use. When I make sand paintings using black and white, or bold colors, it gives a simple strong message.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yondee paints the Coral reef. Human involvement with the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area began thousands of years before Captain Cook struck a reef near the current site of Cooktown. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities have fished and hunted its waters, and navigated between the islands of its coast.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAustralia's aboriginal people not only know of the existence of the Reef, but they also had large outrigger canoes that enabled them to travel to the islands and outer reefs. They moved their settlements up and down the coast for thousands of years before the coming of the Europeans.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Great Barrier Reef is important in the history and culture of Australia's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Important cultural sites and values exist on many islands and reefs in the Great Barrier Reef Region. Animals such as dugongs and turtles have long been part of Aboriginal dreaming and are important in many aspects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39946334928931,"sku":"","price":1595.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/products\/IMG_2657.jpg?v=1677901091"},{"product_id":"coral-reef-spawning-by-shane-yondee-hansen","title":"\"Midden Shells along the Swan River\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: 134 x 79cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcrylic on Canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommission work Available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia, born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, which is located 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung comes from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling,' meaning \"large lake,\" referring to the nearby lake that is the largest in southwest Western Australia. Yondee fondly remembers this lake from his childhood and the stories told to him about the Wagal (the rainbow snake).\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a child, he learned about hunting from his father and was introduced to sand drawings. Around the age of ten, he would visit his aunties along the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River) and help collect paperbark for their artwork. It was during these visits that he began learning about art from his older relatives, who were known for their paintings on paperbark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee is an experienced and accomplished artist who has developed a unique way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also creates detailed figurative works inspired by mission life, hunting, and animals. While his pieces are abstract in presentation, they are rich in narrative content. He is committed to continuing the stories passed down from his grandfather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving learned these stories and images through ground paintings, Yondee believes that transforming them into sand paintings honors their significance and introduces them to new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn discussing his art practice today, Yondee states, “I make sand paintings by collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to remove the salt, but the sand from the creeks is different; it's smoother and ideal for use. When I create sand paintings using black and white or bold colours, it delivers a simple yet powerful message.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMidden Shells served as a dietary mainstay for both freshwater and saltwater tribes. Coastal shell middens contain the remains of shellfish eaten by Aboriginal people. They can consist of the shells from a single meal or many different meals eaten in the same location over many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can also contain the remains of a more varied diet including fish, seal and kangaroo. Charcoal and hearth stones from fires, as well as other cultural items such as stone and bone artefacts, can also be present.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40049184145443,"sku":"","price":1995.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_3190.jpg?v=1684816198"},{"product_id":"dancing-winds-by-shane-yondee-hansen-1","title":"\"Dancing Winds\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: 80 x 70cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcrylic on Canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommission work Available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in southwest WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and being told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father. Around the age of ten he would travel and visit his aunties on the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River) and would collect paper bark to help them in their artwork. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their paintings on paper bark.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYondee is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting, and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYondee learned these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee says; “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand is different out of the creeks, it's smoother, and it’s good to use. When I make sand paintings using black and white, or bold colors, it gives a simple strong message.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40049184276515,"sku":"","price":1395.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_3193.jpg?v=1684816506"},{"product_id":"wildflowers-by-shane-hansen-and-bridget-slater","title":"\"Wildflowers\" by Shane Hansen and Bridget Slater","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: 96 x 87cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic on Canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommission work Available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia. He was born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word 'Dambeling' meaning large lake and refers to the lake nearby which is the largest in southwest WA. Yondee remembers this lake as a child and being told stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe was told about hunting and shown sand drawings by his father. Around the age of ten he would travel and visit his aunties on the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River) and would collect paper bark to help them in their artwork. It was here that he started to learn about art from his older relatives who are known for their paintings on paper bark.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYondee is an experienced and accomplished artist who is developing a way of working with sand and ochres to depict the stories and legends of his people. He also paints detailed figurative works based on mission life, hunting, and animals. His works are abstract in their presentation but narrative in their content. He wishes to continue the stories of his grandfather.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYondee learned these stories and images as ground paintings, so he feels the translation of them to sand paintings does them justice and brings them to new audiences.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee says; “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand is different out of the creeks, it's smoother, and it’s good to use. When I make sand paintings using black and white, or bold colors, it gives a simple strong message.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40049184538659,"sku":"","price":1695.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_3189_40923ee3-2f23-4eab-8e42-7a62d739c3f3.jpg?v=1684816877"},{"product_id":"gnamma-holes-by-shane-yondee-hansen-4","title":"\"Gnamma Holes\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommissions available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 200cm by 130cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShane Hansen, known as Yondee, is a Noongar man hailing from Western Australia and currently residing in Perth. Born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located approximately 270 km south of Perth, he has a profound connection to the Aboriginal term 'Dambeling,' denoting a large lake near his birthplace, the largest in southwest WA, and the stories associated with it, particularly those about the Wagal (rainbow snake), which he vividly recalls from his childhood visits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHansen's upbringing was infused with cultural teachings from his father, encompassing hunting techniques and visual artistry exemplified through sand drawings. At the age of around 10, his interactions with his aunties along the Swan River exposed him to the practice of gathering paper bark for their artistic endeavors, initiating his artistic tutelage under older relatives renowned for their paper bark paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn adept and accomplished artist, Hansen is pioneering a distinctive approach involving sand and ochres to portray the ancestral narratives and legends of his people. His repertoire also includes meticulously crafted figurative works reflecting aspects of mission life, hunting, and fauna. While his artistic presentations are abstract, they possess a distinct narrative essence. Hansen's artistic pursuits are driven by a desire to preserve the traditions imparted by his grandfather, who transmitted stories and imagery through ground paintings. Hansen perceives the transition of these portrayals into sand paintings as a means of doing justice to their significance while introducing them to novel audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYondee Shane Hansen's painting of the traditional Waterhole Dreaming is a powerful reminder of the natural beauty that surrounds us. The Gnamma Holes, which provide life-sustaining water to nearby animals, are a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the natural world. Hansen's use of sand and bold colors in his art reflects his passion for conveying a simple yet impactful message. His dedication to his craft inspires all who seek to create beauty and meaning in their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40377103810595,"sku":"","price":5495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4112.jpg?v=1712822096"},{"product_id":"shell-middens-by-yondee-shane-hansen","title":"\"Shell Middens\" by YONDEE Shane Hansen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eSize: 160 x 100 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eMedium: Acrylic on Linen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenowned Noongar artist Yondee Shane Hansen was born in the southwestern region of Western Australia in 1964, specifically in Dumbleyung, located 270 km south of Perth. His father imparted knowledge of hunting and the creation of sand drawings, while his visits to his aunties on the Swan River involved the collection of paper bark to aid in their artistic endeavors. These experiences formed the foundation of his artistic education, as his older relatives, known for their paper bark paintings, became his initial instructors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAddressing his current artistic practice, Yondee Shane Hansen stated, \"I create sand paintings by collecting sand from the creeks. The sand, once washed to remove salt, exhibits a smoother texture from the creeks. After multiple washes and sieving, when mixed with paint, it becomes suitable for use. The combination of black and white sand in my paintings conveys a simple yet powerful message.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a seasoned artist, Yondee Shane Hansen has developed techniques to utilize sand and ochres in depicting the narratives and legends of his people. In addition to these traditional representations, he also produces detailed figurative works encompassing themes such as mission life, hunting, and animals. Despite the abstract nature of his works, they remain narrative in essence. Yondee, having acquired his grandfather's knowledge of ground paintings during childhood, aspires to preserve and elevate these art forms. He holds the belief that translating them into sand paintings not only does justice to their origins but also extends their reach to new audiences. The artist's bush name, Yondee, translates to Black Goanna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee Shane Hansen has collaborated with the Campfire group of Aboriginal artists in Brisbane and has showcased his artwork in galleries across Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, and internationally, including the United States, the Czech Republic, and Ireland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eAbout the Painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMidden Shells served as a dietary mainstay for both freshwater and saltwater tribes. Coastal shell middens contain the remains of shellfish eaten by Aboriginal people. They can consist of the shells from a single meal or many different meals eaten in the same location over many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can also contain the remains of a more varied diet including fish, seal and kangaroo. Charcoal and hearth stones from fires as well as other cultural items such as stone and bone artefacts can also be present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481678065699,"sku":"","price":4995.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4288.jpg?v=1718163584"},{"product_id":"shell-middens-by-yondee-shane-hansen-1","title":"\"Derbarl Yerrigan\" by YONDEE Shane Hansen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eSize: 164 x 63 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eMedium: Acrylic on Linen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee Shane Hansen is a distinguished Noongar artist, born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located 270 kilometres south of Perth in the southwestern region of Western Australia. He acquired foundational knowledge from his father, who taught him about hunting and the creation of sand drawings. Additionally, visits to his aunties along the Swan River provided him with opportunities to collect paper bark, which supported their artistic endeavours. These early experiences formed the basis of his artistic education, as older relatives, celebrated for their paper bark paintings, served as his initial instructors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn reference to his contemporary artistic practice, Yondee Shane Hansen stated, \"I create sand paintings by collecting sand from the creeks. The sand, after being meticulously washed to remove salt, exhibits a smoother texture. Following multiple washes and sieving, when mixed with paint, it becomes suitable for artistic application. The combination of black and white sand in my paintings conveys a simple yet powerful message.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a seasoned artist, Yondee Shane Hansen has refined techniques to utilize sand and ochres to depict the narratives and legends of his people. In addition to these traditional representations, he produces detailed figurative works that address themes such as mission life, hunting, and animals. Despite their abstract nature, his works retain a narrative essence. Yondee has drawn upon the knowledge of ground paintings imparted by his grandfather during his childhood and aspires to preserve and elevate these art forms. He holds that translating these concepts into sand paintings not only honors their origins but also extends their reach to new audiences. His bush name, Yondee, translates to Black Goanna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, Yondee Shane Hansen has collaborated with the Campfire group of Aboriginal artists in Brisbane and has exhibited his artwork in various galleries across Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, and internationally in countries such as the United States, Czech Republic, and Ireland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eAbout the Painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecent works by Whadjuk Ballardong artist Yondee Shane Hansen are focused on traditional songlines and walking paths associated with the Derbarl Yerrigan, commonly known as the Swan River, situated on the coastal plains surrounding Perth. His paintings depict the interconnected locations of the Swan River and the substantial coastal lakes, extending from Joondalup and urban Perth to the Beeliar Wetlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rivers within the Perth region are intricately woven into the Dreaming narratives of the local Noongar Aboriginal community. Mr. Hansen articulates that the river serves as a vital connection between the freshwater inhabitants of the inland and the saltwater communities along the coast. The Dingo Dreaming track integrates these groups and adheres to the river's natural contours. The Wargyl, a water spirit significant to this Country, is referenced in Mr. Hansen's assertion of \"swimming with the Wargyl\" along the river’s course. Additionally, community Elders have indicated that this area is associated with the freshwater turtle, which holds traditional medicinal importance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt should be noted that the term Derbarl Yerrigan does not directly translate as Swan River; the river is referred to as Narlak (Swan) Beeliar (River). Instead, Derbarl Yerrigan is often interpreted to signify freshwater or brackish water Turtle Dreaming along the river. Mr. Hansen's artwork further includes representations of Gnamma holes, where Aboriginal peoples historically harvested water runoff from rock surfaces, collecting it in small wells that were subsequently covered and safeguarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481678131235,"sku":null,"price":1795.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4281_59bd8d10-70b7-44cf-8dc0-c62f845d0861.jpg?v=1718165995"},{"product_id":"dancing-winds-by-yondee-shane-hansen","title":"\"Dancing Winds\" by YONDEE Shane Hansen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eSize: 163 x 63 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eMedium: Acrylic on Linen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenowned Noongar artist Yondee Shane Hansen was born in the southwestern region of Western Australia in 1964, specifically in Dumbleyung, located 270 km south of Perth. His father imparted knowledge of hunting and the creation of sand drawings, while his visits to his aunties on the Swan River involved the collection of paper bark to aid in their artistic endeavors. These experiences formed the foundation of his artistic education, as his older relatives, known for their paper bark paintings, became his initial instructors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAddressing his current artistic practice, Yondee Shane Hansen stated, \"I create sand paintings by collecting sand from the creeks. The sand, once washed to remove salt, exhibits a smoother texture from the creeks. After multiple washes and sieving, when mixed with paint, it becomes suitable for use. The combination of black and white sand in my paintings conveys a simple yet powerful message.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a seasoned artist, Yondee Shane Hansen has developed techniques to utilize sand and ochres in depicting the narratives and legends of his people. In addition to these traditional representations, he also produces detailed figurative works encompassing themes such as mission life, hunting, and animals. Despite the abstract nature of his works, they remain narrative in essence. Yondee, having acquired his grandfather's knowledge of ground paintings during childhood, aspires to preserve and elevate these art forms. He holds the belief that translating them into sand paintings not only does justice to their origins but also extends their reach to new audiences. The artist's bush name, Yondee, translates to Black Goanna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee Shane Hansen has collaborated with the Campfire group of Aboriginal artists in Brisbane and has showcased his artwork in galleries across Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, and internationally, including the United States, the Czech Republic, and Ireland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eAbout the Painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Aboriginal people have looked to the stars for guidance to hunt and travel for thousands of years. Through the strong connections with the spirits of the universe, stars, wind and galaxy, Aboriginal people speak to their ancestors and hear them singing and chanting through the night sky wind. They are the messengers of the sky that come to Earth by the wind telling stories through the Dreaming, in dance and ceremonies that these stories were passed on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481692745763,"sku":null,"price":1795.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4280_ab9740fb-1e5c-48ea-9221-099eb29addcb.jpg?v=1718166302"},{"product_id":"songlines-by-shane-yondee-hansen","title":"\"Songlines\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommissions available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 200cm by 130cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShane Hansen, known as Yondee, is a Noongar man hailing from Western Australia and currently residing in Perth. Born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located approximately 270 km south of Perth, he has a profound connection to the Aboriginal term 'Dambeling,' denoting a large lake near his birthplace, the largest in southwest WA, and the stories associated with it, particularly those about the Wagal (rainbow snake), which he vividly recalls from his childhood visits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHansen's upbringing was infused with cultural teachings from his father, encompassing hunting techniques and visual artistry exemplified through sand drawings. At the age of around 10, his interactions with his aunties along the Swan River exposed him to the practice of gathering paper bark for their artistic endeavors, initiating his artistic tutelage under older relatives renowned for their paper bark paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn adept and accomplished artist, Hansen is pioneering a distinctive approach involving sand and ochres to portray the ancestral narratives and legends of his people. His repertoire also includes meticulously crafted figurative works reflecting aspects of mission life, hunting, and fauna. While his artistic presentations are abstract, they possess a distinct narrative essence. Hansen's artistic pursuits are driven by a desire to preserve the traditions imparted by his grandfather, who transmitted stories and imagery through ground paintings. Hansen perceives the transition of these portrayals into sand paintings as a means of doing justice to their significance while introducing them to novel audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSonglines constitute a significant facet of Aboriginal culture and serve as a wellspring of inspiration for artists. They represent extensive Creation narratives that traverse the country, delineating significant geographical and sacred sites within Aboriginal culture. For contemporary Aboriginal artists, songlines are not only a wellspring of inspiration but also a repository of crucial cultural knowledge.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; padding: 0px;\"\u003eWithin traditional Aboriginal culture, the concept of a creation era and creation ancestors is paramount. These revered ancestors traversed the country, shaping the landscape, populating it with animals, and establishing the laws that govern human society. The paths charted by these ancestors intertwine to form songlines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40534323691555,"sku":null,"price":5495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4351.jpg?v=1722324366"},{"product_id":"songlines-by-shane-yondee-hansen-1","title":"\"Songlines\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommissions available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 194cm by 102cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShane Hansen, known as Yondee, is a Noongar man hailing from Western Australia and currently residing in Perth. Born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located approximately 270 km south of Perth, he has a profound connection to the Aboriginal term 'Dambeling,' denoting a large lake near his birthplace, the largest in southwest WA, and the stories associated with it, particularly those about the Wagal (rainbow snake), which he vividly recalls from his childhood visits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHansen's upbringing was infused with cultural teachings from his father, encompassing hunting techniques and visual artistry exemplified through sand drawings. At the age of around 10, his interactions with his aunties along the Swan River exposed him to the practice of gathering paper bark for their artistic endeavors, initiating his artistic tutelage under older relatives renowned for their paper bark paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn adept and accomplished artist, Hansen is pioneering a distinctive approach involving sand and ochres to portray the ancestral narratives and legends of his people. His repertoire also includes meticulously crafted figurative works reflecting aspects of mission life, hunting, and fauna. While his artistic presentations are abstract, they possess a distinct narrative essence. Hansen's artistic pursuits are driven by a desire to preserve the traditions imparted by his grandfather, who transmitted stories and imagery through ground paintings. Hansen perceives the transition of these portrayals into sand paintings as a means of doing justice to their significance while introducing them to novel audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSonglines constitute a significant facet of Aboriginal culture and serve as a wellspring of inspiration for artists. They represent extensive Creation narratives that traverse the country, delineating significant geographical and sacred sites within Aboriginal culture. For contemporary Aboriginal artists, songlines are not only a wellspring of inspiration but also a repository of crucial cultural knowledge.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; padding: 0px;\"\u003eWithin traditional Aboriginal culture, the concept of a creation era and creation ancestors is paramount. These revered ancestors traversed the country, shaping the landscape, populating it with animals, and establishing the laws that govern human society. The paths charted by these ancestors intertwine to form songlines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40563225067555,"sku":null,"price":4295.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4417.jpg?v=1725424730"},{"product_id":"gnamma-holes-by-shane-yondee-hansen-5","title":"\"Fish Nets\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommissions available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: 200cm by 130cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShane Hansen, known as Yondee, is a Noongar man hailing from Western Australia and currently residing in Perth. Born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located approximately 270 km south of Perth, he has a profound connection to the Aboriginal term 'Dambeling,' denoting a large lake near his birthplace, the largest in southwest WA, and the stories associated with it, particularly those about the Wagal (rainbow snake), which he vividly recalls from his childhood visits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHansen's upbringing was infused with cultural teachings from his father, encompassing hunting techniques and visual artistry exemplified through sand drawings. At the age of around 10, his interactions with his aunties along the Swan River exposed him to the practice of gathering paper bark for their artistic endeavors, initiating his artistic tutelage under older relatives renowned for their paper bark paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn adept and accomplished artist, Hansen is pioneering a distinctive approach involving sand and ochres to portray his people's ancestral narratives and legends. His repertoire also includes meticulously crafted figurative works reflecting aspects of mission life, hunting, and fauna. While his artistic presentations are abstract, they possess a distinct narrative essence. Hansen's creative pursuits are driven by a desire to preserve the traditions imparted by his grandfather, who transmitted stories and imagery through ground paintings. Hansen perceives the transition of these portrayals into sand paintings as a means of doing justice to their significance while introducing them to novel audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNoongar fish nets were made with small sticks woven together using grasses to lock them all together. They are used in small, low-water areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFish paintings show the close bond between Aboriginal life and the food sources around them. The artists use their everyday experiences to take pictures of how life is lived in their communities.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40563225722915,"sku":null,"price":5495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4421_2490105f-9dbe-475b-8f66-842733778ad0.jpg?v=1725425157"},{"product_id":"gnamma-holes-by-shane-yondee-hansen-6","title":"\"Fish Nets\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommissions available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 200cm by 130cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShane Hansen, known as Yondee, is a Noongar man hailing from Western Australia and currently residing in Perth. Born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located approximately 270 km south of Perth, he has a profound connection to the Aboriginal term 'Dambeling,' denoting a large lake near his birthplace, the largest in southwest WA, and the stories associated with it, particularly those about the Wagal (rainbow snake), which he vividly recalls from his childhood visits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHansen's upbringing was infused with cultural teachings from his father, encompassing hunting techniques and visual artistry exemplified through sand drawings. At the age of around 10, his interactions with his aunties along the Swan River exposed him to the practice of gathering paper bark for their artistic endeavors, initiating his artistic tutelage under older relatives renowned for their paper bark paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn adept and accomplished artist, Hansen is pioneering a distinctive approach involving sand and ochres to portray the ancestral narratives and legends of his people. His repertoire also includes meticulously crafted figurative works reflecting aspects of mission life, hunting, and fauna. While his artistic presentations are abstract, they possess a distinct narrative essence. Hansen's artistic pursuits are driven by a desire to preserve the traditions imparted by his grandfather, who transmitted stories and imagery through ground paintings. Hansen perceives the transition of these portrayals into sand paintings as a means of doing justice to their significance while introducing them to novel audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNoongar fish nets were made with small sticks woven together using grasses to lock them all together. They are used in small, low water areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFish paintings show the close bond between Aboriginal life and the food sources around them. The artists use their everyday experiences to make pictures of how life is lived in their communities.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40617773334563,"sku":null,"price":6495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4508.jpg?v=1730181982"},{"product_id":"gnamma-holes-by-shane-yondee-hansen-7","title":"\"Fish Nets\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommissions available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: 162 x 82 cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShane Hansen, known as Yondee, is a Noongar man from Western Australia currently residing in Perth. Born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located approximately 270 km south of Perth, he has a profound connection to the Aboriginal term 'Dambeling,' denoting a large lake near his birthplace, the largest in southwest WA, and the stories associated with it, particularly those about the Wagal (rainbow snake), which he vividly recalls from his childhood visits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHansen's upbringing was infused with cultural teachings from his father, encompassing hunting techniques and visual artistry exemplified through sand drawings. At around 10, his interactions with his aunties along the Swan River exposed him to the practice of gathering paper bark for their artistic endeavors, initiating his artistic tutelage under older relatives renowned for their paper bark paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn adept and accomplished artist, Hansen is pioneering a distinctive approach involving sand and ochres to portray his people's ancestral narratives and legends. His repertoire also includes meticulously crafted figurative works reflecting aspects of mission life, hunting, and fauna. While his artistic presentations are abstract, they possess a distinct narrative essence. Hansen's artistic pursuits are driven by a desire to preserve the traditions imparted by his grandfather, who transmitted stories and imagery through ground paintings. Hansen perceives the transition of these portrayals into sand paintings as a means of doing justice to their significance while introducing them to novel audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNoongar fish nets were made with small sticks woven together using grasses to lock them all together. They are used in small, low water areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFish paintings show the close bond between Aboriginal life and the food sources around them. The artists use their everyday experiences to make pictures of how life is lived in their communities.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40617774514211,"sku":null,"price":2995.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4514_a7456589-c146-40cd-9fb9-bc077e53407a.jpg?v=1730182157"},{"product_id":"gnamma-holes-by-shane-yondee-hansen-8","title":"\"Gnamma Holes\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommissions available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 150 X 35 cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShane Hansen, known as Yondee, is a Noongar man from Western Australia and currently residing in Perth. Born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located approximately 270 km south of Perth, he has a profound connection to the Aboriginal term 'Dambeling,' denoting a large lake near his birthplace, the largest in southwest WA, and the stories associated with it, particularly those about the Wagal (rainbow snake), which he vividly recalls from his childhood visits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHansen's upbringing was infused with cultural teachings from his father, encompassing hunting techniques and visual artistry exemplified through sand drawings. At the age of around 10, his interactions with his aunties along the Swan River exposed him to the practice of gathering paper bark for their artistic endeavors, initiating his artistic tutelage under older relatives renowned for their paper bark paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn adept and accomplished artist, Hansen is pioneering a distinctive approach involving sand and ochres to portray his people's ancestral narratives and legends. His repertoire also includes meticulously crafted figurative works reflecting aspects of mission life, hunting, and fauna. While his artistic presentations are abstract, they possess a distinct narrative essence. Hansen's creative pursuits are driven by a desire to preserve the traditions imparted by his grandfather, who transmitted stories and imagery through ground paintings. Hansen perceives the transition of these portrayals into sand paintings as a means of doing justice to their significance while introducing them to novel audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYondee Shane Hansen's painting of the traditional Waterhole Dreaming is a powerful reminder of the natural beauty that surrounds us. The Gnamma Holes, which provide life-sustaining water to nearby animals, are a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the natural world. Hansen's use of sand and bold colors in his art reflects his passion for conveying a simple yet impactful message. His dedication to his craft inspires all who seek to create beauty and meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40617777102883,"sku":null,"price":1895.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4510.jpg?v=1730182627"},{"product_id":"gnamma-holes-by-shane-yondee-hansen-9","title":"\"Rock Formations\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommissions available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 130 X 31 cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShane Hansen, known as Yondee, is a Noongar man from Western Australia and currently residing in Perth. Born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located approximately 270 km south of Perth, he has a profound connection to the Aboriginal term 'Dambeling,' denoting a large lake near his birthplace, the largest in southwest WA, and the stories associated with it, particularly those about the Wagal (rainbow snake), which he vividly recalls from his childhood visits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHansen's upbringing was infused with cultural teachings from his father, encompassing hunting techniques and visual artistry exemplified through sand drawings. At the age of around 10, his interactions with his aunties along the Swan River exposed him to the practice of gathering paper bark for their artistic endeavors, initiating his artistic tutelage under older relatives renowned for their paper bark paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn adept and accomplished artist, Hansen is pioneering a distinctive approach involving sand and ochres to portray his people's ancestral narratives and legends. His repertoire also includes meticulously crafted figurative works reflecting aspects of mission life, hunting, and fauna. While his artistic presentations are abstract, they possess a distinct narrative essence. Hansen's creative pursuits are driven by a desire to preserve the traditions imparted by his grandfather, who transmitted stories and imagery through ground paintings. Hansen perceives the transition of these portrayals into sand paintings as a means of doing justice to their significance while introducing them to novel audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld people used rock formations for camping, and the stories of the tribes were painted on the faces of the rock cliffs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee Shane Hanson remembers:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Later on, when we moved to the outskirts of Perth, to Swan View, we would walk down to the river, light fires along the side of the river, and collect paper bark. Art was all around me – in the paddocks when the flowers came, in the fields and the crops, along the rivers and around the rocks.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee Shane Hansen says: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand differs from the creeks, so it's smoother. It's good to use when you have washed it a few times, sieved it, and mixed it with paint. When I make sand paintings using black and white, it gives that simple, strong message.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYondee Shane Hansen has painted with the Campfire group of Aboriginal artists in Brisbane and has exhibited his work in galleries in Western Australia, NSW, Queensland, and overseas (including the USA, the Czech Republic, and Ireland).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40617785622563,"sku":null,"price":1895.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4513_7570a741-6c9c-408a-b56b-92ba14fdc994.jpg?v=1730182980"},{"product_id":"rock-formations-by-shane-yondee-hansen","title":"\"Rock Formations\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommissions available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 200 X 130 cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShane Hansen, known as Yondee, is a Noongar man from Western Australia and currently residing in Perth. Born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located approximately 270 km south of Perth, he has a profound connection to the Aboriginal term 'Dambeling,' denoting a large lake near his birthplace, the largest in southwest WA, and the stories associated with it, particularly those about the Wagal (rainbow snake), which he vividly recalls from his childhood visits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHansen's upbringing was infused with cultural teachings from his father, encompassing hunting techniques and visual artistry exemplified through sand drawings. At the age of around 10, his interactions with his aunties along the Swan River exposed him to the practice of gathering paper bark for their artistic endeavors, initiating his artistic tutelage under older relatives renowned for their paper bark paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn adept and accomplished artist, Hansen is pioneering a distinctive approach involving sand and ochres to portray his people's ancestral narratives and legends. His repertoire also includes meticulously crafted figurative works reflecting aspects of mission life, hunting, and fauna. While his artistic presentations are abstract, they possess a distinct narrative essence. Hansen's creative pursuits are driven by a desire to preserve the traditions imparted by his grandfather, who transmitted stories and imagery through ground paintings. Hansen perceives the transition of these portrayals into sand paintings as a means of doing justice to their significance while introducing them to novel audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld people used rock formations for camping, and the stories of the tribes were painted on the faces of the rock cliffs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee Shane Hanson remembers:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Later on, when we moved to the outskirts of Perth, to Swan View, we would walk down to the river, light fires along the side of the river, and collect paper bark. Art was all around me – in the paddocks when the flowers came, in the fields and the crops, along the rivers and around the rocks.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee Shane Hansen says: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand differs from the creeks, so it's smoother. It's good to use when you have washed it a few times, sieved it, and mixed it with paint. When I make sand paintings using black and white, it gives that simple, strong message.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYondee Shane Hansen has painted with the Campfire group of Aboriginal artists in Brisbane and has exhibited his work in galleries in Western Australia, NSW, Queensland, and overseas (including the USA, the Czech Republic, and Ireland).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40623931392035,"sku":null,"price":6495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4571.jpg?v=1730732102"},{"product_id":"rock-formations-by-shane-yondee-hansen-copy","title":"\"Rock Formations\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommissions available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 200 X 130 cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShane Hansen, known as Yondee, is a Noongar man from Western Australia and currently residing in Perth. Born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located approximately 270 km south of Perth, he has a profound connection to the Aboriginal term 'Dambeling,' denoting a large lake near his birthplace, the largest in southwest WA, and the stories associated with it, particularly those about the Wagal (rainbow snake), which he vividly recalls from his childhood visits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHansen's upbringing was infused with cultural teachings from his father, encompassing hunting techniques and visual artistry exemplified through sand drawings. At the age of around 10, his interactions with his aunties along the Swan River exposed him to the practice of gathering paper bark for their artistic endeavors, initiating his artistic tutelage under older relatives renowned for their paper bark paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn adept and accomplished artist, Hansen is pioneering a distinctive approach involving sand and ochres to portray his people's ancestral narratives and legends. His repertoire also includes meticulously crafted figurative works reflecting aspects of mission life, hunting, and fauna. While his artistic presentations are abstract, they possess a distinct narrative essence. Hansen's creative pursuits are driven by a desire to preserve the traditions imparted by his grandfather, who transmitted stories and imagery through ground paintings. Hansen perceives the transition of these portrayals into sand paintings as a means of doing justice to their significance while introducing them to novel audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld people used rock formations for camping, and the stories of the tribes were painted on the faces of the rock cliffs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee Shane Hanson remembers:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Later on, when we moved to the outskirts of Perth, to Swan View, we would walk down to the river, light fires along the side of the river, and collect paper bark. Art was all around me – in the paddocks when the flowers came, in the fields and the crops, along the rivers and around the rocks.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee Shane Hansen says: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand differs from the creeks, so it's smoother. It's good to use when you have washed it a few times, sieved it, and mixed it with paint. When I make sand paintings using black and white, it gives that simple, strong message.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYondee Shane Hansen has painted with the Campfire group of Aboriginal artists in Brisbane and has exhibited his work in galleries in Western Australia, NSW, Queensland, and overseas (including the USA, the Czech Republic, and Ireland).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40623931424803,"sku":null,"price":6495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4569.jpg?v=1730732255"},{"product_id":"derbarl-yerrigan-by-yondee-shane-hansen","title":"\"Derbarl Yerrigan\" by YONDEE Shane Hansen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eSize: 149 x 50 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eMedium: Acrylic on Linen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee Shane Hansen is a distinguished Noongar artist, born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located 270 kilometres south of Perth in the southwestern region of Western Australia. He acquired foundational knowledge from his father, who taught him about hunting and the creation of sand drawings. Additionally, visits to his aunties along the Swan River provided him with opportunities to collect paper bark, which supported their artistic endeavours. These early experiences formed the basis of his artistic education, as older relatives, celebrated for their paper bark paintings, served as his initial instructors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn reference to his contemporary artistic practice, Yondee Shane Hansen stated, \"I create sand paintings by collecting sand from the creeks. After being meticulously washed to remove salt, the sand exhibits a smoother texture. Following multiple washes and sieving, it becomes suitable for artistic application when mixed with paint. My paintings' combination of black and white sand conveys a simple yet powerful message.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a seasoned artist, Yondee Shane Hansen has refined techniques to utilize sand and ochres to depict the narratives and legends of his people. In addition to these traditional representations, he produces detailed figurative works that address themes such as mission life, hunting, and animals. Despite their abstract nature, his works retain a narrative essence. Yondee has drawn upon the knowledge of ground paintings imparted by his grandfather during his childhood and aspires to preserve and elevate these art forms. He holds that translating these concepts into sand paintings not only honours their origins but also extends their reach to new audiences. His bush name, Yondee, translates to Black Goanna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, Yondee Shane Hansen has collaborated with the Campfire group of Aboriginal artists in Brisbane and has exhibited his artwork in various galleries across Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, and internationally in countries such as the United States, Czech Republic, and Ireland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eAbout the Painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecent works by Whadjuk Ballardong artist Yondee Shane Hansen are focused on traditional songlines and walking paths associated with the Derbarl Yerrigan, commonly known as the Swan River, situated on the coastal plains surrounding Perth. His paintings depict the interconnected locations of the Swan River and the substantial coastal lakes, extending from Joondalup and urban Perth to the Beeliar Wetlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rivers within the Perth region are intricately woven into the Dreaming narratives of the local Noongar Aboriginal community. Mr. Hansen articulates that the river serves as a vital connection between the freshwater inhabitants of the inland and the saltwater communities along the coast. The Dingo Dreaming track integrates these groups and adheres to the river's natural contours. The Wargyl, a water spirit significant to this Country, is referenced in Mr. Hansen's assertion of \"swimming with the Wargyl\" along the river’s course. Additionally, community Elders have indicated that this area is associated with the freshwater turtle, which holds traditional medicinal importance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt should be noted that the term Derbarl Yerrigan does not directly translate as Swan River; the river is referred to as Narlak (Swan) Beeliar (River). Instead, Derbarl Yerrigan is often interpreted to signify freshwater or brackish water Turtle Dreaming along the river. Mr. Hansen's artwork further includes representations of Gnamma holes, where Aboriginal peoples historically harvested water runoff from rock surfaces, collecting it in small wells that were subsequently covered and safeguarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40682890526755,"sku":null,"price":2295.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4784.jpg?v=1734941961"},{"product_id":"derbarl-yerrigan-by-yondee-shane-hansen-1","title":"\"Derbarl Yerrigan\" by YONDEE Shane Hansen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eSize: 149 x 50 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eMedium: Acrylic on Linen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee Shane Hansen is a distinguished Noongar artist, born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located 270 kilometres south of Perth in the southwestern region of Western Australia. He acquired foundational knowledge from his father, who taught him about hunting and creating sand drawings. Additionally, visits to his aunties along the Swan River provided him with opportunities to collect paper bark, which supported their artistic endeavours. These early experiences formed the basis of his artistic education, as older relatives, celebrated for their paper bark paintings, served as his initial instructors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn reference to his contemporary artistic practice, Yondee Shane Hansen stated, \"I create sand paintings by collecting sand from the creeks. The sand exhibits a smoother texture after being meticulously washed to remove salt. Following multiple washes and sieving, it becomes suitable for artistic application when mixed with paint. My paintings' black and white sand combination conveys a simple yet powerful message.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a seasoned artist, Yondee Shane Hansen has refined techniques to utilize sand and ochres to depict the narratives and legends of his people. In addition to these traditional representations, he produces detailed figurative works that address themes such as mission life, hunting, and animals. Despite their abstract nature, his works retain a narrative essence. Yondee has drawn upon the knowledge of ground paintings imparted by his grandfather during his childhood and aspires to preserve and elevate these art forms. He holds that translating these concepts into sand paintings honours their origins and extends their reach to new audiences. His bush name, Yondee, translates to Black Goanna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, Yondee Shane Hansen has collaborated with the Campfire group of Aboriginal artists in Brisbane and has exhibited his artwork in various galleries across Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, and internationally in countries such as the United States, Czech Republic, and Ireland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eAbout the Painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecent works by Whadjuk Ballardong artist Yondee Shane Hansen are focused on traditional songlines and walking paths associated with the Derbarl Yerrigan, commonly known as the Swan River, situated on the coastal plains surrounding Perth. His paintings depict the interconnected locations of the Swan River and the substantial coastal lakes, extending from Joondalup and urban Perth to the Beeliar Wetlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rivers within the Perth region are intricately woven into the Dreaming narratives of the local Noongar Aboriginal community. Mr. Hansen articulates that the river serves as a vital connection between the freshwater inhabitants of the inland and the saltwater communities along the coast. The Dingo Dreaming track integrates these groups and adheres to the river's natural contours. The Wargyl, a water spirit significant to this Country, is referenced in Mr. Hansen's assertion of \"swimming with the Wargyl\" along the river’s course. Additionally, community Elders have indicated that this area is associated with the freshwater turtle, which holds traditional medicinal importance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt should be noted that the term Derbarl Yerrigan does not directly translate as Swan River; the river is referred to as Narlak (Swan) Beeliar (River). Instead, Derbarl Yerrigan is often interpreted to signify freshwater or brackish water Turtle Dreaming along the river. Mr. Hansen's artwork further includes representations of Gnamma holes, where Aboriginal peoples historically harvested water runoff from rock surfaces, collecting it in small wells that were subsequently covered and safeguarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40682891345955,"sku":null,"price":2295.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4781_6f6b9e5d-3217-434f-91ef-804a9e274e2a.jpg?v=1734942498"},{"product_id":"derbarl-yerrigan-by-yondee-shane-hansen-2","title":"\"Derbarl Yerrigan\" by YONDEE Shane Hansen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eSize: 150 x 90 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eMedium: Acrylic on Linen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee Shane Hansen is a distinguished Noongar artist, born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located 270 kilometres south of Perth in the southwestern region of Western Australia. He acquired foundational knowledge from his father, who taught him about hunting and creating sand drawings. Additionally, visits to his aunties along the Swan River provided him with opportunities to collect paper bark, which supported their artistic endeavours. These early experiences formed the basis of his artistic education, as older relatives, celebrated for their paper bark paintings, served as his initial instructors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn reference to his contemporary artistic practice, Yondee Shane Hansen stated, \"I create sand paintings by collecting sand from the creeks. The sand exhibits a smoother texture after being meticulously washed to remove salt. Following multiple washes and sieving, it becomes suitable for artistic application when mixed with paint. My paintings' black and white sand combination conveys a simple yet powerful message.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a seasoned artist, Yondee Shane Hansen has refined techniques to utilize sand and ochres to depict the narratives and legends of his people. In addition to these traditional representations, he produces detailed figurative works that address themes such as mission life, hunting, and animals. Despite their abstract nature, his works retain a narrative essence. Yondee has drawn upon the knowledge of ground paintings imparted by his grandfather during his childhood and aspires to preserve and elevate these art forms. He holds that translating these concepts into sand paintings honours their origins and extends their reach to new audiences. His bush name, Yondee, translates to Black Goanna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, Yondee Shane Hansen has collaborated with the Campfire group of Aboriginal artists in Brisbane and has exhibited his artwork in various galleries across Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, and internationally in countries such as the United States, Czech Republic, and Ireland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eAbout the Painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecent works by Whadjuk Ballardong artist Yondee Shane Hansen are focused on traditional songlines and walking paths associated with the Derbarl Yerrigan, commonly known as the Swan River, situated on the coastal plains surrounding Perth. His paintings depict the interconnected locations of the Swan River and the substantial coastal lakes, extending from Joondalup and urban Perth to the Beeliar Wetlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rivers within the Perth region are intricately woven into the Dreaming narratives of the local Noongar Aboriginal community. Mr. Hansen articulates that the river serves as a vital connection between the freshwater inhabitants of the inland and the saltwater communities along the coast. The Dingo Dreaming track integrates these groups and adheres to the river's natural contours. The Wargyl, a water spirit significant to this Country, is referenced in Mr. Hansen's assertion of \"swimming with the Wargyl\" along the river’s course. Additionally, community Elders have indicated that this area is associated with the freshwater turtle, which holds traditional medicinal importance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt should be noted that the term Derbarl Yerrigan does not directly translate as Swan River; the river is referred to as Narlak (Swan) Beeliar (River). Instead, Derbarl Yerrigan is often interpreted to signify freshwater or brackish water Turtle Dreaming along the river. Mr. Hansen's artwork further includes representations of Gnamma holes, where Aboriginal peoples historically harvested water runoff from rock surfaces, collecting it in small wells that were subsequently covered and safeguarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40682891837475,"sku":null,"price":3290.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4785_8a1bd33c-4b38-4e84-ab32-5ae96bba27cb.jpg?v=1734942695"},{"product_id":"derbarl-yerrigan-by-yondee-shane-hansen-3","title":"\"Derbarl Yerrigan\" by YONDEE Shane Hansen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eSize: 119 x 31 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eMedium: Acrylic on Linen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee Shane Hansen is a distinguished Noongar artist, born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located 270 kilometres south of Perth in the southwestern region of Western Australia. He acquired foundational knowledge from his father, who taught him about hunting and creating sand drawings. Additionally, visits to his aunties along the Swan River provided him with opportunities to collect paper bark, which supported their artistic endeavours. These early experiences formed the basis of his artistic education, as older relatives, celebrated for their paper bark paintings, served as his initial instructors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn reference to his contemporary artistic practice, Yondee Shane Hansen stated, \"I create sand paintings by collecting sand from the creeks. The sand exhibits a smoother texture after being meticulously washed to remove salt. Following multiple washes and sieving, it becomes suitable for artistic application when mixed with paint. My paintings' black and white sand combination conveys a simple yet powerful message.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a seasoned artist, Yondee Shane Hansen has refined techniques to utilize sand and ochres to depict the narratives and legends of his people. In addition to these traditional representations, he produces detailed figurative works that address themes such as mission life, hunting, and animals. Despite their abstract nature, his works retain a narrative essence. Yondee has drawn upon the knowledge of ground paintings imparted by his grandfather during his childhood and aspires to preserve and elevate these art forms. He holds that translating these concepts into sand paintings honours their origins and extends their reach to new audiences. His bush name, Yondee, translates to Black Goanna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, Yondee Shane Hansen has collaborated with the Campfire group of Aboriginal artists in Brisbane and has exhibited his artwork in various galleries across Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, and internationally in countries such as the United States, Czech Republic, and Ireland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eAbout the Painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecent works by Whadjuk Ballardong artist Yondee Shane Hansen are focused on traditional songlines and walking paths associated with the Derbarl Yerrigan, commonly known as the Swan River, situated on the coastal plains surrounding Perth. His paintings depict the interconnected locations of the Swan River and the substantial coastal lakes, extending from Joondalup and urban Perth to the Beeliar Wetlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rivers within the Perth region are intricately woven into the Dreaming narratives of the local Noongar Aboriginal community. Mr. Hansen articulates that the river serves as a vital connection between the freshwater inhabitants of the inland and the saltwater communities along the coast. The Dingo Dreaming track integrates these groups and adheres to the river's natural contours. The Wargyl, a water spirit significant to this Country, is referenced in Mr. Hansen's assertion of \"swimming with the Wargyl\" along the river’s course. Additionally, community Elders have indicated that this area is associated with the freshwater turtle, which holds traditional medicinal importance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt should be noted that the term Derbarl Yerrigan does not directly translate as Swan River; the river is referred to as Narlak (Swan) Beeliar (River). Instead, Derbarl Yerrigan is often interpreted to signify freshwater or brackish water Turtle Dreaming along the river. Mr. Hansen's artwork further includes representations of Gnamma holes, where Aboriginal peoples historically harvested water runoff from rock surfaces, collecting it in small wells that were subsequently covered and safeguarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40682892066851,"sku":null,"price":1795.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4780_42a7020d-abaf-49d4-a3fb-1e319724d918.jpg?v=1734942908"},{"product_id":"rock-formations-by-shane-yondee-hansen-1","title":"\"Rock Formations\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommissions available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 149 X 50 cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShane Hansen, known as Yondee, is a Noongar man from Western Australia and currently residing in Perth. Born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located approximately 270 km south of Perth, he has a profound connection to the Aboriginal term 'Dambeling,' denoting a large lake near his birthplace, the largest in southwest WA, and the stories associated with it, particularly those about the Wagal (rainbow snake), which he vividly recalls from his childhood visits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHansen's upbringing was infused with cultural teachings from his father, encompassing hunting techniques and visual artistry exemplified through sand drawings. At the age of around 10, his interactions with his aunties along the Swan River exposed him to the practice of gathering paper bark for their artistic endeavors, initiating his artistic tutelage under older relatives renowned for their paper bark paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn adept and accomplished artist, Hansen is pioneering a distinctive approach involving sand and ochres to portray his people's ancestral narratives and legends. His repertoire also includes meticulously crafted figurative works reflecting aspects of mission life, hunting, and fauna. While his artistic presentations are abstract, they possess a distinct narrative essence. Hansen's creative pursuits are driven by a desire to preserve the traditions imparted by his grandfather, who transmitted stories and imagery through ground paintings. Hansen perceives the transition of these portrayals into sand paintings as a means of doing justice to their significance while introducing them to novel audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld people used rock formations for camping, and the stories of the tribes were painted on the faces of the rock cliffs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee Shane Hanson remembers:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Later on, when we moved to the outskirts of Perth, to Swan View, we would walk down to the river, light fires along the side of the river, and collect paper bark. Art was all around me – in the paddocks when the flowers came, in the fields and the crops, along the rivers and around the rocks.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalking about his art practice today, Yondee Shane Hansen says: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand differs from the creeks, so it's smoother. It's good to use when you have washed it a few times, sieved it, and mixed it with paint. When I make sand paintings using black and white, it gives that simple, strong message.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYondee Shane Hansen has painted with the Campfire group of Aboriginal artists in Brisbane and has exhibited his work in galleries in Western Australia, NSW, Queensland, and overseas (including the USA, the Czech Republic, and Ireland).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40721481302051,"sku":null,"price":1995.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4934_df46085c-684e-4819-a6f4-69d3d2101cac.jpg?v=1738749214"},{"product_id":"shell-middens-by-yondee-shane-hansen-2","title":"\"Middens Shells\" by YONDEE Shane Hansen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eSize: 170 x 45 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eMedium: Acrylic on Linen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenowned Noongar artist Yondee Shane Hansen was born in the southwestern region of Western Australia in 1964, specifically in Dumbleyung, located 270 km south of Perth. His father imparted knowledge of hunting and the creation of sand drawings, while his visits to his aunties on the Swan River involved the collection of paper bark in aiding in their artistic endeavours. These experiences formed the foundation of his artistic education, as his older relatives, known for their paper bark paintings, became his initial instructors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAddressing his current artistic practice, Yondee Shane Hansen stated, \"I create sand paintings by collecting sand from the creeks. Once washed to remove salt, the sand exhibits a smoother texture from the creeks. After multiple washes and sieving, it becomes suitable for use when mixed with paint. My paintings' combination of black and white sand conveys a simple yet powerful message.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a seasoned artist, Yondee Shane Hansen has developed techniques to utilize sand and ochres to depict his people's narratives and legends. In addition to these traditional representations, he produces detailed figurative works encompassing themes such as mission life, hunting, and animals. Despite the abstract nature of his works, they remain narrative. Yondee, having acquired his grandfather's knowledge of ground paintings during childhood, aspires to preserve and elevate these art forms. He believes that translating them into sand paintings does justice to their origins and extends their reach to new audiences. The artist's bush name, Yondee, translates to Black Goanna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee Shane Hansen has collaborated with the Campfire group of Aboriginal artists in Brisbane and has showcased his artwork in galleries across Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, and internationally, including the United States, the Czech Republic, and Ireland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eAbout the Painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMidden Shells served as a dietary mainstay for both freshwater and saltwater tribes. Coastal shell middens contain the remains of shellfish eaten by Aboriginal people. They can consist of the shells from a single meal or many different meals eaten in the same location over many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can also contain the remains of a more varied diet, including fish, seal and kangaroo. Charcoal and hearth stones from fires, as well as other cultural items such as stone and bone artefacts, can also be present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40721481859107,"sku":null,"price":2295.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4932_39870ff3-b8fa-4b73-be37-3d53365fbe86.jpg?v=1738749377"},{"product_id":"fish-nets-by-shane-yondee-hansen","title":"\"Fish Nets\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommissions available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 145 by 48 cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcrylic paint on canvas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShane Hansen, known as Yondee, is a Noongar man from Western Australia and currently residing in Perth. Born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located approximately 270 km south of Perth, he has a profound connection to the Aboriginal term 'Dambeling,' denoting a large lake near his birthplace, the largest in southwest WA, and the stories associated with it, particularly those about the Wagal (rainbow snake), which he vividly recalls from his childhood visits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHansen's upbringing was infused with cultural teachings from his father, encompassing hunting techniques and visual artistry exemplified through sand drawings. At the age of around 10, his interactions with his aunties along the Swan River exposed him to the practice of gathering paper bark for their artistic endeavours, initiating his artistic tutelage under older relatives renowned for their paper bark paintings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn adept and accomplished artist, Hansen is pioneering a distinctive approach involving sand and ochres to portray his people's ancestral narratives and legends. His repertoire also includes meticulously crafted figurative works reflecting aspects of mission life, hunting, and fauna. While his artistic presentations are abstract, they possess a distinct narrative essence. Hansen's artistic pursuits are driven by a desire to preserve the traditions imparted by his grandfather, who transmitted stories and imagery through ground paintings. Hansen perceives the transition of these portrayals into sand paintings as a means of doing justice to their significance while introducing them to novel audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNoongar fish nets were made with small sticks woven together using grasses to lock them all together. They are used in small, low-water areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFish paintings show the close bond between Aboriginal life and the food sources around them. The artists use their everyday experiences to picture how life is lived in their communities.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40721482383395,"sku":null,"price":1995.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_4931_f2ee1b33-f77d-4765-9f17-47afae99d452.jpg?v=1738749602"},{"product_id":"derbarl-yerrigan-by-yondee-shane-hansen-4","title":"\"Spear Trees\" by YONDEE Shane Hansen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eSize: 190 x 80 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eMedium: Acrylic on Linen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee Shane Hansen is a distinguished Noongar artist, born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, situated 270 kilometres south of Perth in the southwestern region of Western Australia. He acquired foundational knowledge from his father, who imparted lessons on hunting and the creation of sand drawings. Furthermore, visits to his aunts residing along the Swan River afforded him opportunities to gather paper bark, which facilitated their artistic pursuits. These formative experiences constituted the foundation of his artistic education, as older relatives, revered for their paper bark paintings, served as his earliest instructors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegarding his contemporary artistic practice, Yondee Shane Hansen expressed, \"I create sand paintings by sourcing sand from the creeks. The sand displays a smoother texture following meticulous washing to eliminate salt. Upon undergoing numerous washes and sieving, it becomes appropriate for artistic application when amalgamated with paint. The combination of black and white sand in my paintings conveys a simple yet potent message.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a seasoned artist, Yondee Shane Hansen has honed techniques to employ sand and ochres in the depiction of the narratives and legends of his people. In addition to these traditional portrayals, he produces intricate figurative works that tackle themes such as mission life, hunting, and wildlife. Despite their abstract characteristics, his works encapsulate a narrative essence. Yondee draws from the knowledge of ground paintings imparted by his grandfather during his youth and aspires to preserve and elevate these art forms. He maintains that the translation of these concepts into sand paintings honours their origins and broadens their appeal to new audiences. His bush name, Yondee, translates to Black Goanna. Moreover, Yondee Shane Hansen has collaborated with the Campfire group of Aboriginal artists in Brisbane and has exhibited his artwork in a variety of galleries across Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, and internationally in countries such as the United States, the Czech Republic, and Ireland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eAbout the Painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee elucidates the characteristics of this painting by stating: “The stems of the tree are employed for the creation of spears, selected for their linearity, height, and robustness. These stems are derived from the eucalyptus mallee gums, which are prevalent throughout the southwest of Western Australia and extending into South Australia. The portion of the mallee utilised is the stem that emerges from the base of the tree, which is meticulously shaved to reach the core, the strongest section of the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wood is subjected to the process of heating over a fire, not only to enhance its straightness but also to increase its hardness. The methodologies employed by spear makers vary, resulting in weapons that differ in style, weight, and strength. Initially, when the wood is carved, it possesses considerable flexibility, allowing the artisan to bend and shape it accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubsequently, to maintain the finalised form, the wood is passed over the fire. Following this, tests are conducted by throwing the spear, and further adjustments are made by shaving additional material if necessary. Initially, the spear may exhibit excessive weight; thus, layers are removed to attain the essence of the tree and the spear. Finally, the spear is treated with eucalyptus gum and coated with emu oil. Spear makers are committed to utilising only trees that can be responsibly harvested, which reflects a dedicated approach to caring for the Country. \"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40795040186403,"sku":null,"price":3995.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_5061.jpg?v=1744177656"},{"product_id":"gnamma-holes-by-shane-yondee-hansen-10","title":"\"Gnamma Holes\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:   Shane Yondee Hansen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion: Perth, WA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:     Gnamma Holes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e      Commissioned exclusively for Duxton Hotel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShane Hansen, known as Yondee, is a Noongar man from Western Australia and currently residing in Perth. Born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located approximately 270 km south of Perth, he has a profound connection to the Aboriginal term 'Dambeling,' denoting a large lake near his birthplace, the largest in southwest WA, and the stories associated with it, particularly those about the Wagal (rainbow snake), which he vividly recalls from his childhood visits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHansen's upbringing was infused with cultural teachings from his father, encompassing hunting techniques and visual artistry exemplified through sand drawings. At the age of around 10, his interactions with his aunties along the Swan River exposed him to the practice of gathering paper bark for their artistic endeavors, initiating his artistic tutelage under older relatives renowned for their paper bark paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn adept and accomplished artist, Hansen is pioneering a distinctive approach involving sand and ochres to portray his people's ancestral narratives and legends. His repertoire also includes meticulously crafted figurative works reflecting aspects of mission life, hunting, and fauna. While his artistic presentations are abstract, they possess a distinct narrative essence. Hansen's creative pursuits are driven by a desire to preserve the traditions imparted by his grandfather, who transmitted stories and imagery through ground paintings. Hansen perceives the transition of these portrayals into sand paintings as a means of doing justice to their significance while introducing them to novel audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGnamma holes were crucial, naturally formed water tanks used by the Noongar Aboriginal people in the Swan River region and beyond for thousands of years, capturing rainwater runoff into rocky cavities to serve as a vital, protected water source. These holes were often covered to prevent evaporation and to provide escape routes for animals that fell in. Noongar artist Yondee Shane Hansen's paintings, which depict the stories of the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River), feature gnamma holes as essential elements of the landscape and culture.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee Shane Hansen's painting of the traditional Waterhole Dreaming is a powerful reminder of the natural beauty that surrounds us. The Gnamma Holes, which provide life-sustaining water to nearby animals, are a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the natural world. Hansen's use of sand and bold colors in his art reflects his passion for conveying a simple yet impactful message. His dedication to his craft inspires all who seek to create beauty and meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40956425142307,"sku":null,"price":4995.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_5707_913f8429-a48c-4c20-af74-82dfb011f341.jpg?v=1758611576"},{"product_id":"gnamma-holes-by-shane-yondee-hansen-copy","title":"\"Dancing Winds\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:   Shane Yondee Hansen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion: Perth, WA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:     Gnamma Holes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e      Commissioned exclusively for Duxton Hotel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShane Hansen, known as Yondee, is a Noongar man from Western Australia and currently residing in Perth. Born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located approximately 270 km south of Perth, he has a profound connection to the Aboriginal term 'Dambeling,' denoting a large lake near his birthplace, the largest in southwest WA, and the stories associated with it, particularly those about the Wagal (rainbow snake), which he vividly recalls from his childhood visits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHansen's upbringing was infused with cultural teachings from his father, encompassing hunting techniques and visual artistry exemplified through sand drawings. At the age of around 10, his interactions with his aunties along the Swan River exposed him to the practice of gathering paper bark for their artistic endeavors, initiating his artistic tutelage under older relatives renowned for their paper bark paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn adept and accomplished artist, Hansen is pioneering a distinctive approach involving sand and ochres to portray his people's ancestral narratives and legends. His repertoire also includes meticulously crafted figurative works reflecting aspects of mission life, hunting, and fauna. While his artistic presentations are abstract, they possess a distinct narrative essence. Hansen's creative pursuits are driven by a desire to preserve the traditions imparted by his grandfather, who transmitted stories and imagery through ground paintings. Hansen perceives the transition of these portrayals into sand paintings as a means of doing justice to their significance while introducing them to novel audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDancing Winds\" refers to a contemporary painting and cultural concept by Noongar artist Yondee Shane Hansen. The title and artwork symbolise the patterns and movements of wind across the land, a concept that connects to Aboriginal spirituality and storytelling, including practices like using wind for smoke signals and how the land's spiritual forces are expressed through the wind's presence.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40956478029859,"sku":null,"price":4995.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/20250908_135304.jpg?v=1758615057"},{"product_id":"waterhole-dreaming-by-yondee-shane-hansen","title":"\"Storm Clouds\" by Yondee Shane Hansen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eArtist:    Shane Yondee Hansen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eRegion:  Perth, WA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eTitle:      Storm Clouds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eSize:       121 x 86 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Shane\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from Western Australia, based in Perth. Born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, a town 270 km south of Perth, the name Dumbleyung comes from the Aboriginal term 'Dambeling,' meaning large lake, referring to the nearby lake which is the largest in southwest WA. As a child, Yondee recalls visiting this lake and hearing stories of the Wagal (rainbow snake).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis father shared with him hunting stories and showed him sand drawings. Around age ten, he would visit his aunties on the Swan River, collecting paperbark to assist with their artwork. It was during these visits that he learned about art from his older relatives, known for painting on paperbark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee is an accomplished artist developing a unique style that uses sand and ochres to tell the stories and legends of his people. He also creates detailed figurative works depicting mission life, hunting, and animals. His works are abstract visually, but rich in narrative content. He aims to honour his grandfather's stories, which he learned as ground paintings, believing that translating them into sand paintings respects their origin and introduces them to new audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscussing his current art practice, Yondee Shane Hansen states: “I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to remove the salt, but creek sand is different- smoother and good for use. When I use black and white in my sand paintings, it conveys a simple, strong message and feeling.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Noongar culture, storm clouds are closely associated with the Waugal (or Waagal), a powerful Rainbow Serpent spirit who shaped the land and controls rain, thunder, and lightning. The Waugal's presence in the storm clouds brings life-giving rains, but if the spirit is angered, it can bring drought or floods. The Waugal's journey and actions, including the creation of waterways and weather, are a central part of Noongar belief and are often depicted in stories and art, such as Shane Yondee Hansen's artwork titled \"Storm Clouds\".  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40957541580835,"sku":null,"price":1395.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/20250924_130823.jpg?v=1758691625"},{"product_id":"dancing-winds-by-shane-yondee-hansen-2","title":"\"Dancing Winds\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:   Shane Yondee Hansen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion: Perth, WA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:     Gnamma Holes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:      190 x 95 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e      Free Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShane Hansen, known as Yondee, is a Noongar man from Western Australia and currently residing in Perth. Born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located approximately 270 km south of Perth, he has a profound connection to the Aboriginal term 'Dambeling,' denoting a large lake near his birthplace, the largest in southwest WA, and the stories associated with it, particularly those about the Wagal (rainbow snake), which he vividly recalls from his childhood visits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHansen's upbringing was infused with cultural teachings from his father, encompassing hunting techniques and visual artistry exemplified through sand drawings. At the age of around 10, his interactions with his aunties along the Swan River exposed him to the practice of gathering paper bark for their artistic endeavours, initiating his artistic tutelage under older relatives renowned for their paper bark paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn adept and accomplished artist, Hansen is pioneering a distinctive approach involving sand and ochres to portray his people's ancestral narratives and legends. His repertoire also includes meticulously crafted figurative works reflecting aspects of mission life, hunting, and fauna. While his artistic presentations are abstract, they possess a distinct narrative essence. Hansen's creative pursuits are driven by a desire to preserve the traditions imparted by his grandfather, who transmitted stories and imagery through ground paintings. Hansen perceives the transition of these portrayals into sand paintings as a means of doing justice to their significance while introducing them to novel audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDancing Winds\" refers to a contemporary painting and cultural concept by Noongar artist Yondee Shane Hansen. The title and artwork symbolise the patterns and movements of wind across the land, a concept that connects to Aboriginal spirituality and storytelling, including practices like using wind for smoke signals and how the land's spiritual forces are expressed through the wind's presence.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40957589979171,"sku":null,"price":4995.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/20250924_134511_aaaa7d13-586f-4521-9c00-39c66a452700.jpg?v=1758694494"},{"product_id":"gnamma-holes-by-shane-yondee-hansen-11","title":"\"Gnamma Holes\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:   Shane Yondee Hansen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion: Perth, WA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:     Gnamma Holes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:      140 x 50 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e      Free Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Shane \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShane Hansen, known as Yondee, is a Noongar man from Western Australia and currently residing in Perth. Born in 1964 in Dumbleyung, located approximately 270 km south of Perth, he has a profound connection to the Aboriginal term 'Dambeling,' denoting a large lake near his birthplace, the largest in southwest WA, and the stories associated with it, particularly those about the Wagal (rainbow snake), which he vividly recalls from his childhood visits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHansen's upbringing was infused with cultural teachings from his father, encompassing hunting techniques and visual artistry exemplified through sand drawings. At the age of around 10, his interactions with his aunties along the Swan River exposed him to the practice of gathering paper bark for their artistic endeavours, initiating his artistic tutelage under older relatives renowned for their paper bark paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn adept and accomplished artist, Hansen is pioneering a distinctive approach involving sand and ochres to portray his people's ancestral narratives and legends. His repertoire also includes meticulously crafted figurative works reflecting aspects of mission life, hunting, and fauna. While his artistic presentations are abstract, they possess a distinct narrative essence. Hansen's creative pursuits are driven by a desire to preserve the traditions imparted by his grandfather, who transmitted stories and imagery through ground paintings. Hansen perceives the transition of these portrayals into sand paintings as a means of doing justice to their significance while introducing them to novel audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGnamma holes were crucial, naturally formed water tanks used by the Noongar Aboriginal people in the Swan River region and beyond for thousands of years, capturing rainwater runoff into rocky cavities to serve as a vital, protected water source. These holes were often covered to prevent evaporation and to provide escape routes for animals that fell in. Noongar artist Yondee Shane Hansen's paintings, which depict the stories of the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River), feature gnamma holes as essential elements of the landscape and culture.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee Shane Hansen's painting of the traditional Waterhole Dreaming is a powerful reminder of the natural beauty that surrounds us. The Gnamma Holes, which provide life-sustaining water to nearby animals, are a testament to the natural world's resilience and adaptability. Hansen's use of sand and bold colours in his art reflects his passion for conveying a simple yet impactful message. His dedication to his craft inspires all who seek to create beauty and meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40957622321187,"sku":null,"price":1795.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_5707_f10cc16d-caf1-4a6b-83c5-c7de6dd0cf2c.jpg?v=1758694734"},{"product_id":"middens-shells-by-yondee-shane-hansen","title":"\"Middens Shells\" by YONDEE Shane Hansen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eArtist:     Shane Yondee Hansen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eRegion:   Perth, WA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eSize:         140 x 50 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eMedium: Acrylic on Canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e                  Free Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenowned Noongar artist Yondee Shane Hansen was born in the southwestern region of Western Australia in 1964, specifically in Dumbleyung, located 270 km south of Perth. His father imparted knowledge of hunting and the creation of sand drawings, while his visits to his aunties on the Swan River involved collecting paperbark to aid in their artistic endeavours. These experiences formed the foundation of his artistic education, as his older relatives, known for their paper bark paintings, became his initial instructors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAddressing his current artistic practice, Yondee Shane Hansen stated, \"I create sand paintings by collecting sand from the creeks. Once washed to remove salt, the sand exhibits a smoother texture from the creeks. After multiple washes and sieving, it becomes suitable for use when mixed with paint. My paintings' combination of black and white sand conveys a simple yet powerful message.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a seasoned artist, Yondee Shane Hansen has developed techniques to utilise sand and ochres to depict his people's narratives and legends. In addition to these traditional representations, he produces detailed figurative works encompassing themes such as mission life, hunting, and animals. Despite the abstract nature of his works, they remain narrative. Yondee, having acquired his grandfather's knowledge of ground paintings during childhood, aspires to preserve and elevate these art forms. He believes that translating them into sand paintings does justice to their origins and extends their reach to new audiences. The artist's bush name, Yondee, translates to Black Goanna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYondee Shane Hansen has collaborated with the Campfire group of Aboriginal artists in Brisbane and has showcased his artwork in galleries across Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, and internationally, including the United States, the Czech Republic, and Ireland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eAbout the Painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMidden Shells served as a dietary mainstay for both freshwater and saltwater tribes. Coastal shell middens contain the remains of shellfish eaten by Aboriginal people. They can consist of the shells from a single meal or many different meals eaten in the same location over many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can also contain the remains of a more varied diet, including fish, seal and kangaroo. Charcoal and hearth stones from fires, as well as other cultural items such as stone and bone artefacts, can also be present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40957635493923,"sku":null,"price":1795.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_5711_a388b7d0-4f49-40a1-8782-559a4a132716.jpg?v=1758695758"},{"product_id":"coral-reef-spawning-by-shane-yondee-hansen-1","title":"\"Coral Reef Spawning\" by Shane YONDEE Hansen","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"320\" data-start=\"244\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eArtist:             Shane Hansen Yondee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"270\" data-start=\"267\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eTitle:               Coral Reef\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"287\" data-start=\"284\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eSize:                198 x 101 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"301\" data-start=\"298\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eMedium:        Acrylic on Canvas\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"349\" data-start=\"322\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"349\" data-start=\"322\"\u003eCommission work available\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"361\" data-start=\"351\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eArtist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"796\" data-start=\"363\"\u003eYondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar artist from Western Australia, born in 1964 in the town of Dumbleyung, approximately 270 km south of Perth. The name Dumbleyung is derived from the Aboriginal word \u003cem data-end=\"573\" data-start=\"562\"\u003eDambeling\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning “large lake,” referencing the significant lake in the region. As a child, Yondee remembers visiting the lake and hearing stories of the Wagal (Rainbow Serpent), an important spiritual being in Noongar culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1186\" data-start=\"798\"\u003eFrom a young age, Yondee was taught about hunting traditions and cultural stories by his father through sand drawings. Around the age of ten, he would travel to visit his aunties along the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River), where he collected paperbark to assist them in their artwork. These early experiences introduced him to traditional artistic practices and storytelling through art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1683\" data-start=\"1188\"\u003eToday, Yondee is an accomplished artist who works with sand, ochres and acrylics to depict the stories, landscapes and legends of his people. His works often appear abstract in form but are deeply narrative, reflecting cultural knowledge passed down through generations. Inspired by the ground paintings of his ancestors, Yondee translates these traditional designs into contemporary artworks, sharing these stories with new audiences while continuing the cultural legacy of his grandfather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1993\" data-start=\"1685\"\u003eSpeaking about his practice, Yondee explains:\u003cbr data-end=\"1733\" data-start=\"1730\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1993\" data-start=\"1733\"\u003e“I make sand paintings, collecting sand from the creeks. You have to wash it to get the salt out, but the sand from the creeks is smoother and good to use. When I make sand paintings using black and white, or bold colours, it gives a simple, strong message.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2016\" data-start=\"1995\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2016\" data-start=\"1995\"\u003eAbout the Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2402\" data-start=\"2018\"\u003eIn this work, Yondee reflects on the Coral Reef and the deep connection Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have with the waters and islands of the Great Barrier Reef. Long before European exploration, Indigenous communities travelled, fished and hunted throughout the region, navigating the reefs and islands using traditional knowledge passed down through generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2713\" data-start=\"2404\"\u003eThe reef and its surrounding islands hold significant cultural importance, with many sites connected to ancestral stories and Dreaming narratives. Marine animals such as dugongs and turtles feature strongly in these traditions and remain an important part of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2959\" data-start=\"2715\"\u003eThrough colour, movement and layered composition, Yondee captures both the natural beauty of the reef and its enduring cultural significance — celebrating the relationship between people, sea and Country that has existed for thousands of years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yondee Shane Hansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41989941395491,"sku":null,"price":4995.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/files\/IMG_6240_b96fc2d5-8e1c-4073-845d-33618ae4de59.jpg?v=1772603270"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0082\/8669\/9584\/collections\/Yondee_Shane_Hansen.jpg?v=1678508463","url":"https:\/\/creativenative.com.au\/collections\/yondee-shane-hansen\/aboriginal-art-gallaries.oembed?page=3","provider":"Creative Native Perth","version":"1.0","type":"link"}