‘Storylines’ w. David Cragg & Noni Cragg feat. Kirli Saunders, Hornsey Ln, Burwood Council NSW
A collaboration between Karla Hayes, Noni Cragg and David Cragg, ‘Storylines’ (feat. Kirli Saunders) responds to the theme of ‘Past.’ The work centres on First Nations custodianship of Burwood, while embodying present and future connections to Country by referencing the work of celebrated writer, artist and educator and proud Gunai woman Kirli Saunders, the NSW Aboriginal Woman Of The Year 2020.
The mural features Kirli overlooking a pre-colonial depiction of Parramatta River, foregrounding her cultural, familial and professional connections to storytelling by nestling her amongst her totems - Hoya flowers, Waratah and the beloved Black Cockatoo.
The Lyrebird embodies Kirli’s work with ‘Poetry in First Languages’ – it’s linguistic talents reflecting Burwoods myriad languages. Silhouetted faces frame the composition, embodying a dynamic landscape with its own stories and emphasising Kirli’s position as a poetic conduit. The mural was painted by David Cragg, Noni Cragg and Karla Hayes as part of Burwood Cares Program