History Of Australian Aboriginal Paintings
Aboriginal civilisation dates from 60,000 to 80,000 years ago. This was when the first Aborigines arrived in Australia. In the still recognisable rock art that dates back over 20,000 years, the first signs of Aboriginal ethos or theory is clear. Ochres were used on rocks to paint. Archaeologists have been able to date remains and finds from discoveries of primal campsites as far back as 40,000 to 60,000 years. For Australian Aboriginal people’s paintings , there is no written language, but through their artwork it is represented by symbols/icons in order to communicate their essential cultural stories through the centuries. To preserve their culture, it is imperative to pass on knowledge. Indigenous art through Australian aboriginal paintings is based on telling stories. It is used as a chronicle to transmit knowledge of the Aboriginal people's territory, events and beliefs. An alternative way to write down stories of cultural importance, teach survival and usage of the land is to...