Spinifex rustling in a gentle breeze, carpets of flowers blooming in spring, sun glistening across rich soil. Desert Landscapes features artworks that celebrate the landscapes, animals, plants and waterways rooted in the rich heritage of artist Jessica Begg’s ancestral Yued Noongar land. This new range of blouses, dresses, fashion and polos is a vibrant, contemporary collection honouring family, connection, and the beauty of Country.
Jessica Begg is a proud Yued Noongar descendant living with her family in her hometown of Moora, Western Australia.
She felt inspired to create art as a way of feeling connected to her culture, which has been mostly lost due to her great grandfather being part of the stolen generation. She draws inspiration from her family, the native flora and rough spinifex of the Yued region, the heat in the summer, the Moore River and the meeting places in between.
She uses an unrestricted palette and traditional shapes and symbols to create a contemporary interpretation of her culture.
I have spent years studying traditional Indigenous art forms and techniques, while also experimenting with new mediums and styles to create pieces that are both rooted in tradition and relevant to the contemporary art world.
My journey has been a process of exploration and discovery, as I continue to learn and grow as an artist while honouring the legacy of my ancestors.”
“Calm place to me is not just a physical location, but a state of mind - a place where one could find solace, comfort, and healing for the body, mind, and soul.”
“It means so much to be able to paint my country, heavily focusing on the landscapes where my heritage lies, where my spirit is connected, where I have been born, where I am living. I feel a sense of belonging and purpose.”
“The Noongar Season 'Djilba' means spring time. It is represented by the colour pink as it symbolises growth of wildflowers and plants.”
“Mika means 'Moon' in the Noongar language. In most Aboriginal cultures the moon represents a man and the sun, a woman. This piece represents my great grandfather and in light of learning more about him and the hardships he suffered from being an Aboriginal man.”
“Waugal means Rainbow Serpent in Noongar language. This piece depicts the story of the rainbow serpent, leading to the river being referred to as a dreaming track. To the Yued people they believed the serpent created the Moore river, moving from one waterhole to another. There is a common belief that the Waugal permanently resides in the deep river pools in the vicinity of the Moore river.”
“This piece depicts family and loved ones coming together to bond and connect. The rainbows represent family members and the circle represents a meeting place.”
Explore & Support
Discover Jessica’s debut Yarn collaboration today and immerse yourself in the beauty of Desert Landscapes. All sales pay royalties to the artist, supporting their knowledge, creativity and career.
Explore & Support
Discover Jessica’s debut Yarn collaboration today and immerse yourself in the beauty of Desert Landscapes. All sales pay royalties to the artist, supporting their knowledge, creativity and career.
Spinifex rustling in a gentle breeze, carpets of flowers blooming in spring, sun glistening across rich soil.
Desert Landscapes features artworks that celebrate the landscapes, animals, plantsand waterways rooted in the rich heritage of artist Jessica Begg’s ancestral Yued Noongar land.
This new range of blouses, dresses, fashion and polos is a vibrant, contemporary collection honouring family, connection, and the beauty of Country.
Jessica Begg is a proud Yued Noongar descendant living with her family in her hometown of Moora, Western Australia.
She felt inspired to create art as a way of feeling connected to her culture, which has been mostly lost due to her great grandfather being part of the stolen generation. She draws inspiration from her family, the native flora and rough spinifex of the Yued region, the heat in the summer, the Moore River and the meeting places in between
She uses an unrestricted palette and traditional shapes and symbols to create a contemporary interpretation of her culture.
I have spent years studying traditional Indigenous art forms and techniques, while also experimenting with new mediums and styles to create pieces that are both rooted in tradition and relevant to the contemporary art world.
My journey has been a process of exploration and discovery, as I continue to learn and grow as an artist while honouring the legacy of my ancestors.”
“Calm place to me is not just a physical location, but a state of mind - a place where one could find solace, comfort, and healing for the body, mind, and soul.”
“It means so much to be able to paint my country, heavily focusing on the landscapes where my heritage lies, where my spirit is connected, where I have been born, where I am living. I feel a sense of belonging and purpose.”
“The Noongar Season 'Djilba' means spring time. It is represented by the colour pink as it symbolises growth of wildflowers and plants.”
“Mika means 'Moon' in the Noongar language. In most Aboriginal cultures the moon represents a man and the sun, a woman. This piece represents my great grandfather and in light of learning more about him and the hardships he suffered from being an Aboriginal man.”
“Waugal means Rainbow Serpent in Noongar language. This piece depicts the story of the rainbow serpent, leading to the river being referred to as a dreaming track. To the Yued people they believed the serpent created the Moore river, moving from one waterhole to another. There is a common belief that the Waugal permanently resides in the deep river pools in the vicinity of the Moore river.”
“This piece depicts family and loved ones coming together to bond and connect. The rainbows represent family members and the circle represents a meeting place.”
Explore & Support
Discover Jessica’s debut Yarn collaboration today and immerse yourself in the beauty of Desert Landscapes.
All sales pay royalties to the artist, supporting their knowledge, creativity and career.