Sea Country - a Great Southern Reef film exploring Tasmanian Aboriginal connection to kelp forests.

Vicki, Dean, Rob and Maddie share a deep connection to the ocean. It connects them to the past, enriches the present and inspires their futures.

Dean is an artist, scientist and custodian who turns to sea-country for inspiration in his work. Vicki creates sculptures from kelp – evolving a traditional artform into contemporary designs that depict the beauty and fragility of sea-country. Rob teaches his daughter Madie the cultural importance of catching a feed – always mindful that sea-country is traditionally women’s country and she must learn when to turn back.

This is their connection to sea country.

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Directed and Co-Produced by
Stefan Andrews | Ocean Imaging
www.theocean.com.au

Co-Produced by
Dr. Scott Bennett

Featuring
Vicki West
Dean Greeno
Rob Anders
Madie Anders

Sea Country was premiered in Hobart on January 6, 2023

Learn more at www.greatsouthernreef.com/seacountry

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"Our island home is shaped by the coastline, yet our connections to Country extends beyond these shores.

We recognise Sea Country as belonging to Tasmanian Aboriginal women, who have carefully and sustainably managed our marine environments for thousands of generations.

Tasmanian Aboriginal peoples never ceded their rights. We acknowledge and respect them as the on-going Traditional Owners and Custodians of our lands and waters."