Sacred Art

Sacred Art
2026
Acrylic on Canvas
26 x 22cm

I have been asked many times in the past “what do you want to do
with your life” and when my response was “I want to be an artist”
I was often criticised. People would say “but what do you really
want to do” or “don’t you want to do something more important”.
In the time we live in now, with AI and social media, people have
lost touch with art and forgotten how truly important it is. The
idea that art isn’t important in society is disproven with one look
into history. Art in all its forms plays beautiful roles in cultures
all around the world. For Aboriginal people, art tells stories.
Passed down information for generations. And to say this is not
important is close minded and ignorant. Every person who uses
their hands and tools to create something meaningful is doing
something sacred. It doesn’t matter the focus or context. The
level of severity, or if it’s a little silly. It’s all just as important
as each other. Art brings people together while also expressing
contradicting opinions. It makes people laugh and helps people
heal. It comforts people and confronts people. There are no
doubts that what I will do with my life, is going to make a change
and I will never entertain the ideas of people who say otherwise.