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The
Madonna
This
painting hangs in the Reconciliation Church
at La Perouse
Notes
on this Painting
 The
Ancient Women of this land, Australia, were mirrored by Mary
the Madonna, whose love and faithfulness bore Jesus the Son
of God. The nature of this land, is shown forth in its simplicity
through the female symbols of faces and figures in this visual
image.
The hands forming the back?ground expresses the eternal
message of God in the constant Presence.
Large Circle connecting to small circle: Represents
the Holy Spirit constantly coming down to us, and it also
represents the connection of Heaven to earth. In Aboriginal
Spirituality cylindrical shapes form the cycle of life. We
believe we come from the Spirit World and we will return,
through our animal totems and that the circle of life continues.
Two small circles connected in the centre: Represents
the Action of the Spirit and the Madonna's response, bringing
forth the birth of Christ.
Figures: Represent Our Lady and baby Jesus. The small
figure is the expression and image of God. No expression on
the figures means that there is no doubt or judgement.
The Madonna's cradled arms: Represents the vessel
of life, nurturing all in God's love
Aura: Symbolises the Mimi Spirits. our past Elders
revealing themselves to us to remind us of their wisdom still
present.
White Dots: Represents the presence of our Creator
Spirit, God
Richard Patrick Campbell (Acrylic On Canvas)
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