M&S Textiles - Sacred Woman's Song Brown by Faye Oliver #SWSBR

Faye Oliver is an experienced and well established artist. She worked at Keringke Art Centre for about six years, as an assistant art co-ordinator. Her artworks have been exhibited in various countries. She also received a number of art awards. Through her works, she tries to bring harmony in the community. The expression of modesty can be seen in her works. She believes in trust and peace in the community. Fayes artworks are colourful, neat and beautiful. She learnt painting from sister Edith, one of sacred heart nuns. In this design, she depicts sacred women (healers) moving around the bush in groups, singing scared songs, collecting different types of medicinal herbs and leaves. Some women are digging for the medicinal roots with their digging stick. They use these medicinal plants to heal the wounded.