Snake Dreaming 1995 by Willy Bennett Tjapanangka, 61x61cm

" Snake Dreaming 1995 by Willy Bennett Tjapanangka" captures two snakes traveling through the desert landscape, rich in traditional symbolism. The ochre background reflects the red desert sands, while the yellow dots represent the clumps of spinifex grass, home to these serpents. Concentric circles depict sacred waterholes, and sinuous lines symbolize the flow of running water, embodying the intricate relationship between nature and Aboriginal Dreamtime stories.

Willy Bennett Tjapanangka, born circa 1930 in Jupiter Wells, Western Australia, was a Pintupi/Ngaatjatjarr artist. He spent his life between Warakurna and Kiwirrkurra, drawing inspiration from his surroundings and cultural heritage. "Snake Dreaming" is a profound piece that showcases his connection to the land and his people's stories. Its vibrant colours and patterns make it an interesting work in Aboriginal art, reflecting the beauty and spiritual depth of the desert landscape.