Ive been designing clothes for as long as I can remember, Lee says.
I celebrate my culture through the art of weaving, drawing inspiration from the rich natural environment around me.
Traditionally, Lees ancestors usedcoconut palm frondsto weave items such as baskets, bags, and more.
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I hope my designs encourage reflection on the connection between land, ancestry, and the self.
Each piece is different, and how long it takes depends on the materials and design, says Lee.
This traditional weaving technique was taught to me by Dr. Uncle Ken Thaiday Snr., she says.
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He has been an incredible guide, helping me learn and celebrate my culture through this practice.
Each of Lees vibrant pieces aremade to order.
They are bold, sculptural, and often otherworldly in form, says Lee.
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Think of them less as everyday clothes, and more as wearable art.
The works were [photographed] on the salt flats of the Gangalidda Garawa peoples land.
For Lee, her singular weavings are not only created to provide bold fashion statements.
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I see it as an important and meaningful way to bring people together and keep our traditions alive.
Lee also hopes her one-of-a-kind designs will change peoples perceptions around Indigenous design.
