FAMILY ACROSS THE LANDS
CANVAS SOLD

Acrylic on Canvas

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Melissa Spillman (Woods), 2024

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Available for license

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This painting tells the story of family — not just those who stand beside us today, but those who came before and those yet to come. The pathways winding through the artwork represent the journeys we take across different lands to meet, gather, and reconnect with loved ones. These are not just physical travels, but spiritual ones — moving across Country, guided by the knowledge of our Elders and the footsteps of our ancestors.

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When we come together, we share stories. Some are stories of the old times, carried in our hearts and passed down through generations. Others are lessons for the young, teaching them about the land, the seasons, and the ways we care for Country.

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Together, these journeys and gatherings weave a strong net of family, culture, and identity — a reminder that wherever we travel, we remain connected through Country, story, and kinship.​