BE Sydney (Business Events Sydney) Branding

A collaboration between Konstantina and BE Sydney to develop their First Nations branding for their physical and digital assets to use across their local and International events

Mari Burra Warrane
Gadigal Translation: Big Sky Sydney
90cm x 75cm
Acrylic on Linen
Marri Burra, which translates to “Big Sky (thinking)” in Sydney, draws inspiration from the hues painted by the sun setting over the harbour—a sight that has captivated the world for hundreds of years. This artwork features elements representative of innovation, learning, and the educational practices of Sydney’s First Nations peoples, the Gadigal. The sea creatures and directional arrow are borrowed from Gadigal rock engravings near South Head on Sydney Harbour. These engravings reflect sustainable fishing practices, where Indigenous peoples used the stars and seasons to guide them in their fishing endeavours. South Head held sacred significance, providing insights into the life cycles of Sydney’s Indigenous communities. The artwork embodies Indigenous beliefs in the cycles of three: past, present, and future - the omnipresent forces that maintain balance between sea, sky, and land. Indigenous culture’s understanding of the sky as a navigational tool, seasonal indicator, and animal behavioural map was crucial for survival.
4 June 2024

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Mari Burra Warrane
Gadigal Translation: Big Sky Sydney
90cm x 75cm
Acrylic on Linen

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BE Sydney (Business Events Sydney) Branding

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