About the Artist Ronald is a  proud Gunnai  man. The grandson of Dulcie (Dolly) Mullet and Watson Pepper, Ronald’s family moved to Morwell in the 1960s from Lake Tyers Mission. Since graduating from Federation University with a Bachelor of Visual and Media Arts in 2017, Ronald has completed several commissions and participated in numerous exhibitions, in Australia and overseas. He primarily creates mixed media works on canvas, paper and board, incorporating a range of acrylic, aerosol, fluorescent and glow in the dark paints, photographs, found objects and personal items. In 2021, Ronald was awarded the Creative Victoria Award for Excellence in any Media - the major prize in the 9th Koorie Art Show Awards at Koorie Heritage Trust. In the same year, he took over the Metro Tunnel hoarding at City Square with this large-scale artwork, viewable 24/7. Ronald is passionate about educating and sharing his culture and stories. About the Artwork This artwork is about Ronald's achievements in his artistic practice. By incorporating collage elements that highlight selected accomplishments, he has merged his current aesthetic and approach to art making with his past awards and achievements. Ronald's use of acrylics, combined with non-traditional materials highlights his innovative approach to storytelling. This fusion of techniques underscores his commitment to honouring his cultural connections while engaging with modern artistic practices.