Luke Mallie Stained Glass Rainbow Serpent is a meaningful and visually striking art activity featuring bespoke artwork by Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artist Luke Mallie. This engaging project allows students to create a stained glass effect by layering vibrant cellophane beneath black card serpent silhouettes. The flowing design of the Rainbow Serpent, a powerful symbol of growth, regeneration, and seasonal cycles in Aboriginal Dreamtime stories, provides a rich opportunity for cultural exploration and storytelling. Each piece measures 25 (L) x 23.4 (W) cm, offering ample space for creative design while producing a bold and colourful display. This activity supports both artistic development and cultural understanding, making it an excellent resource for classrooms seeking to combine creativity with meaningful learning.
Educational Benefits
- Cultural awareness – Introduces Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, symbolism, and storytelling.
- Creative expression – Encourages colour selection and design through layered cellophane.
- Fine motor skills – Develops precision in cutting, placing, and assembling materials.
- Visual learning – Explores light, transparency, and stained glass effects.
Classroom Ideas
- Cultural studies projects – Explore Dreamtime stories and the symbolism of the Rainbow Serpent.
- Window displays – Hang completed artworks to showcase light-filtering effects.
- Art exhibitions – Create a collaborative display celebrating Indigenous art.
- Storytelling integration – Pair with lessons on Aboriginal narratives and traditions.
Product Specifications
- Artist: Luke Mallie (Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artist)
- Size: 25 (L) x 23.4 (W) cm
- Contents:
- 40 black card serpents
- 100 squares of cellophane
- 20 pieces of black ribbon
- Activity type: Stained glass effect using layered cellophane
- Theme: Rainbow Serpent – growth, regeneration, seasonal cycles
Pack Size: 20
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Children have died from furniture tipover.
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