Snake moving across Badimia Country

This painting tells the story of the snake moving across Badimia Country, travelling from waterhole to waterhole in search of food. The snake follows ancient pathways, guided by knowledge passed down through generations, reading the land, the seasons, and the life held within each place. The waterholes are not just sources of survival, but places of connection, memory, and balance, showing how all living things are linked to Country.

 

Pennoschea, is a proud Indigenous woman with deep rooted ties on her father’s side to the Martuthunira & Yindjibarndi people in the Pilbara region & the Yugunga-Nya, Wajarri & Badimia people of the Mid West on her mother’s side. Born in Carnarvon she began painting at the age of 12. Since then, she has achieved many milestones in her artistic journey. In 2020, she served as the resident artist and program specialist for Global Roaming Pilbara. 

Pennoschea has since returned to Badimia Country to raise her young family on her mother’s ancestral land. In her personal time, she paints to relax and connect her with her heritage, community, and country. Her artwork reflects “her country, stories, journey, family and community.”