Bush Medicine Leaves

This elegant work, “Bush Medicine Leaves,” by Jacinta Numina, captures the gentle rhythm and movement of Country through a vibrant interplay of blues, greens, and whites. Each leaf form represents the traditional healing plants gathered by Anmatyerre women for their medicinal properties — a practice rooted in generations of knowledge and care.

The fluid, overlapping brushstrokes evoke the natural motion of leaves stirred by desert breezes, symbolising life, health, and renewal. The cool tones bring a sense of calm and water energy, balancing the warmth of the desert landscape.

Jacinta’s signature style blends traditional storytelling with contemporary form, celebrating the enduring connection between culture, nature, and spirit. Each stroke is both an act of remembrance and renewal — a tribute to women’s wisdom and the healing power of the land.