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Sunday, May 17, 2026
Sunday in the Art Room SITAR
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SITAR is about ANYTHING art. Your art, someone else's art, writing, photography,
the art of cooking, the art of sewing and textiles. Sharing historical
art, street art, a story about art. Do you have a question or need help
with art? Write a blog post and link it up here. We will all try to help
with it. My only rule is that if someone asks for critique it must be done with generosity and consideration.
This is a place of learning, encouragement and inspiration.
Before I get started with SITAR, I have to tell you I could not help myself. It's too overwhelming for me. 😁
The other day I took 2 small container and planted some radishes. They are already coming up. It rained most of the night and then got real nice out. It was too much for me. I took half of the big garden added a few nutrients and planted.
I'm not suppose to lift. 5 lbs is my limit right now. And no bending and lifting at all. Soooo I figure some easy low growing plants. On the outside I have a row of spinach, then sweet onions, 4 rows of different lettuces and the last row my favorite beets. I'm happy now.
A few weeks ago our dear friend Gillena showed some art she created with painted dots. It instantly reminded me of the Aboriginal dot art that has deep ceremonial and spiritual roots.
The Origins of Aboriginal Dot Painting
Let's be clear, Aboriginal dot painting is not a new invention but
rather an evolution of an age-old artistic tradition. Aboriginal
Australians have one of the oldest continuous cultures in the world, and
their art, particularly rock and cave paintings, is an integral part of
this cultural heritage. These ancient artworks, often found in sacred
sites, depict Dreamtime stories and are believed to be created by
ancestral spiritual beings. Ephemeral body
painting and ground paintings, traditionally used in ceremonial
rituals, are also fundamental in understanding the roots of dot
painting.
In its essence, Aboriginal dot painting emerged from the heart
of a culture that deeply revered and lived in close harmony with nature.
The traditional art forms served multiple functions: they were
educational, spiritual, and a means of passing on lore and law.
As in all indigenous art each symbol has a meaning.
Here are a few for Aboriginal dot art.
Check this youtube for some history and instruction.
For more Aboriginal dot art info check out the links. Especially the Misconceptions link.
I sure have some of the art here at home - a Didgeridoo from Alice Springs included and Ingo even used to play it! Must take pics cause... kitchen is done now! (I suppose you don´t need a pic of the last part, the loo ;-)...) Have a happy Sunday!
I have seen "dot art" used by many cultures (think pointillism in the 19th century) The aboriginal art is a somewhat unique use of dots. I have seen folk/outsider artists use dots in art also - I always wonder if they saw examples of aboriginal art or if they found it by "personal discovery."
That video is fascinating! I love indigenous art from any continent, it is simply brilliant! I am trying to get into a dot-painting class at my various seniors rec centres but so far, no luck -- one was cancelled and the other filled up so fast I was shut out. Maybe in the fall, I'll have a chance!
I'm glad you have a small garden. I get the no lifting, BUT, you also have to be happy, right? This whole weekend has been and will garden weekend for me since it finally has become May weather. I even skipped reading blogs yesterday! I loved reading about the aboriginal art. It is really wonderful and I love symbolic art and writing like finding petroglyphs. Have a super Sunday. hugs-Erika
Dear Nichole, this is great news that you were able to plant some plants and they are growing already 🥹🙏♥️👌 It seemed forbidden and hard for you earlier and I felt sad because I could realise that it must be difficult for you emotionally to stay away from gardening at all! And here you are telling us that you did some plantation without crossing the line doctor had drawn for your wellbeing 🥰 I feel happy and proud of you my friend 👍♥️ Big thanks for sharing such interesting information about oldest dot art form existing in the world. Honestly whenever I watched Australian show ,it scene would depict the same thing. Specially rural areas people still seem to carry their ancient ways of living which is impressive. Sending love and prayers 🙏
I love the Aboriginal Dot Art. I visited Australia a few years ago and saw some of their art, though we spent most of our time looking for native animals and birds. We also watch a lot of Australian movies and have been exposed to it that way as well. I did some dot art years ago in an art class. I wonder if the dot art we learn here is an off shoot of Aboriginal Dot Art ... Hmmmm. Anyway it is true that we are all connect in ways we are not always aware of and art is one of the best connections. And, Thumbs Up for your garden ... I still have plants to plant. I love Spring, but it is also a lot of hard work. Have a wonderful week and I hope you continue to feel better :)
I don't have much of a green thumb, but hope to do a little gardening someday. I'm glad you managed to plant a small assortment of veggies. I know this is hard work, but it's rewarding to you in many ways. Thake care, dear Nicole!
I was trying to imagine how you would do without a garden,, Nicole. The truth comes out ~ You couldn't. Thanks for the information on Aboriginal dot art. It's so. interesting!
I do not have a green thumb and I am not talented in art or crafts. But I do enjoy seeing gardens and artwork and crafts that other people share! The video is fascinating, this entire post is enjoyable, as all your posts. Thank you so much for sharing.
J’ai depuis longtemps une grande passion pour l’art aborigène et les représentations des dreamlands. Cet art me fascine. Et les reproductions que tu montres sont très belles
Good morning, dear Blogfriend! Aboriginal art is truly remarkable. I’ve admired it for a long time. In fact, I have a music CD featuring the sounds of the didgeridoo at home. You’re a fantastic source of inspiration here.
Thank you very much for your kind words in the comment too. Hugs
It's good to sow plants and eat when all grown. Good on you for doing it. My husband and I plant out annual flowers with a broom stick, he makes a hole standing straight, I bend over and put the plant in the hole, then press it in, it works. I like the video and it's lovely to watch an aboriginal do dot painting, we have watched them a few times when travelling up north and at Alice Springs too. Take care.
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I sure have some of the art here at home - a Didgeridoo from Alice Springs included and Ingo even used to play it! Must take pics cause... kitchen is done now! (I suppose you don´t need a pic of the last part, the loo ;-)...) Have a happy Sunday!
...perhaps my comment was lost. Get your hand dirty and be happy!
It is so interesting to learn a little about Aboriginal art. Deceptively simple at first, it carries a wealth of meaning.
Good luck with the gardening. It gets hard.
I have seen "dot art" used by many cultures (think pointillism in the 19th century)
The aboriginal art is a somewhat unique use of dots. I have seen folk/outsider artists use dots in art also - I always wonder if they saw examples of aboriginal art or if they found it by "personal discovery."
That video is fascinating! I love indigenous art from any continent, it is simply brilliant! I am trying to get into a dot-painting class at my various seniors rec centres but so far, no luck -- one was cancelled and the other filled up so fast I was shut out. Maybe in the fall, I'll have a chance!
I'm glad you have a small garden. I get the no lifting, BUT, you also have to be happy, right? This whole weekend has been and will garden weekend for me since it finally has become May weather. I even skipped reading blogs yesterday! I loved reading about the aboriginal art. It is really wonderful and I love symbolic art and writing like finding petroglyphs. Have a super Sunday. hugs-Erika
So interesting to learn about aboriginal dot art. So happy you can do a bit of gardening!-Christine cmlk79.blogspot.com
Dear Nichole, this is great news that you were able to plant some plants and they are growing already 🥹🙏♥️👌
It seemed forbidden and hard for you earlier and I felt sad because I could realise that it must be difficult for you emotionally to stay away from gardening at all!
And here you are telling us that you did some plantation without crossing the line doctor had drawn for your wellbeing 🥰
I feel happy and proud of you my friend 👍♥️
Big thanks for sharing such interesting information about oldest dot art form existing in the world. Honestly whenever I watched Australian show ,it scene would depict the same thing. Specially rural areas people still seem to carry their ancient ways of living which is impressive.
Sending love and prayers 🙏
That's good you were able to do some planting.
Very interesting to read about aboriginal dot art.
An enjoyable post, thank you.
Enjoy the rest of your Sunday.
All the best Jan
I love the Aboriginal Dot Art. I visited Australia a few years ago and saw some of their art, though we spent most of our time looking for native animals and birds. We also watch a lot of Australian movies and have been exposed to it that way as well. I did some dot art years ago in an art class. I wonder if the dot art we learn here is an off shoot of Aboriginal Dot Art ... Hmmmm. Anyway it is true that we are all connect in ways we are not always aware of and art is one of the best connections. And, Thumbs Up for your garden ... I still have plants to plant. I love Spring, but it is also a lot of hard work. Have a wonderful week and I hope you continue to feel better :)
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I don't have much of a green thumb, but hope to do a little gardening someday. I'm glad you managed to plant a small assortment of veggies. I know this is hard work, but it's rewarding to you in many ways. Thake care, dear Nicole!
Happy you dropped by my blog today, Nicole
Much love
I was trying to imagine how you would do without a garden,, Nicole. The truth comes out ~ You couldn't. Thanks for the information on Aboriginal dot art. It's so. interesting!
I do not have a green thumb and I am not talented in art or crafts. But I do enjoy seeing gardens and artwork and crafts that other people share!
The video is fascinating, this entire post is enjoyable, as all your posts. Thank you so much for sharing.
Thank goodness. I'm so glad you were able to do a small raised container garden. I know how much having a garden meant to you.
Fascinating post ~ it still reminds of Pointillism style of art ~ granted used differently
Hugs ^_^`
J’ai depuis longtemps une grande passion pour l’art aborigène et les représentations des dreamlands. Cet art me fascine. Et les reproductions que tu montres sont très belles
Good morning, dear Blogfriend! Aboriginal art is truly remarkable. I’ve admired it for a long time. In fact, I have a music CD featuring the sounds of the didgeridoo at home. You’re a fantastic source of inspiration here.
Thank you very much for your kind words in the comment too.
Hugs
It's good to sow plants and eat when all grown. Good on you for doing it.
My husband and I plant out annual flowers with a broom stick, he makes a hole standing straight, I bend over and put the plant in the hole, then press it in, it works.
I like the video and it's lovely to watch an aboriginal do dot painting, we have watched them a few times when travelling up north and at Alice Springs too.
Take care.
The aboriginal dot art is very appealing. On two visits to Australia I rarely saw an aboriginal person, let alone their art.
Thanks for sharing the history. The dot art is amazing.
Lovely art and patterns :-D
I am so glad to see you getting a little bit of gardening accomplished!
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