REV-106

Katelyn Whitehurst

Independent Artist

Title: Fathers that make Me 

Watercolour on paper: 55.5 x  44 x 4.5 (each)

Culturally, Noongars are very matriarchal people, following our Grandmothers, our Mothers, our Aunties and our Sisters. The strength of the women in my family has always pushed me to be the best I can be at whatever I am doing. Seeing them dominate in their own fields, it was instilled in me from a child I could achieve whatever I put my mind too. However, I wanted to pay tribute to the quieter people in my life. Growing up I think we allhear the phrase, ‘you are just like your …’. I’m often reminded by my Mum and other family members that I am just like my Dad or my Pop mostly when I’m being cheeky. These portraits are a celebration of all the wonderful attributes I was lucky enough to inherit. Their bravery, their wit, a keen yet cheeky sense of humour (often on the dangerous side of the line) and a memory like an elephant. I wanted to honour them both for all of their unconditional support and encouragement. For pushing me always in the right direction.