Embedding Aboriginal Perspectives: The Emali Story

Through collaboration with Pwerle Gallery, Emali Early Learning Centre continues to work to introduce more authentic opportunities and tools to learn about Aboriginal culture throughout the curriculum across each of their centres.

With a deep respect for all cultures and dedication to providing an inclusive childcare and early learning environment, Emali strives to add further representation for all within their community, while teaching an appreciation for different cultures. Focusing on creating a stronger perspective of Australian Indigenous culture resulted in Pwerle Gallery introducing Emali to Aboriginal artist, Charmaine Pwerle.

Having grown up locally in Salisbury, Adelaide, and with her shared values, Charmaine was the perfect artist to work with Emali to expand on their cultural education journey. Evoking joy and love through bright colours and the ‘Emali pink’, Charmaine drew upon her positive experiences with having her own children in childcare, as well as her visits to Emali’s Early Learning Centres to create a captivating artwork and tell The Emali Story.

This artwork represents Charmaine’s first venture into creating art that isn’t a traditional dreaming. It was created specifically for Emali Early Learning Centre, telling our story in an artistic way, with Charmaine using her flair and traditional style to create the one-of-a-kind piece.

‍Watch the below videos to learn more about The Emali Story, the artwork, and the artist herself.