Reflection

Reflection

In the aboriginal culture, it is believed that eagles have good eyesight and can see whether a person has a kind heart; bears have keen sense of smell and hearing and can feel the fear in the hearts of humans. These beasts know how to distinguish between good and evil, and know who a good person is and who is a bad person. They are in close contact with nature, regard themselves as part of nature, know how to respect nature, cherish life, and live in harmony with wild animals. Just like what this story describes, humans and all things in nature depend on each other and coexist. My painting shows the eagle and the bear catching fish to save the helpless blind man. Even though the blind man suffered, he still conveyed kindness and tolerance. The blue ocean in the background is the source of life, and the fish in the sea jumping and flying, full of vitality, this is the power of nature. First Nations people have a deep and interconnected spiritual and physical relationship with nature, viewing themselves as part of the natural world and not separate from it.This connection is rooted in traditional knowledge, language, cultural practices, and oral traditions that have been passed down for generations. Their understanding of nature is often based on a sense of stewardship and responsibility to protect and respect the land and all living things. The totem pole conveys the spirit of the story.