Dreamscapes unfolds a mesmerising tableau, where a contemplative woman finds herself encircled by a group of grazing dik dik, revered as messengers from the spirit realm—acting as a bridge between the physical and the spiritual realms. The enchanting scene is set beneath the shelter of an irregular frangipani tree, amidst a tapestry of vibrant, multi-coloured grass.

The frangipani tree, adorned in full bloom, carries profound symbolism as a conduit connecting the earthly and spiritual planes. Its presence accentuates the ethereal essence of the scene, implying a mysterious link between the woman and the unseen realms.

The night sky above maps out the zodiac constellations, casting a celestial backdrop that reflects the woman’s form, adorned in a mosaic of multi-coloured dots. This astral alignment signifies a deep connection between the individual and cosmic forces, implying that her musings and reflections are interwoven with the boundless expanse of the universe. 

This connection not only fuels imagination and creativity but also invites exploration into intricate layers of meaning, prompting contemplation on the interplay of the human experience with both the spiritual and cosmic dimensions.

This artwork was featured as part of support materials in Labrish, the community engagement program for The Malthouse Theatre’s season of The Hate Race, a stage play adapted from Maxine Beneba Clarke’s award winning memoir. The artwork was featured as the cover of a notebook for workshop participants, and adapted as a colouring-in activity for the Peace Pod, a quiet space curated by Pola Practice made available to audiences.