Auslan Slangs
2018
Calco fabric, cotton, vintage cloth hanger
Single Edition
Artist Statement:
Deaf people, like everyone else, have their language called Auslan (Australian Sign Language) and develop their own slang to help express their thoughts and feelings. Three commonly used signs in Auslan are 'baba,' 'pah,' and 'woof.'
- "Baba" signifies something that is out of ordinary or unusual.
- "Pah" is used when you suddenly understand something.
- "Woof" indicates that something is easy, smooth, or done without effort.
It's important to note that these signs are a visual language, and some of the signs do not have an actual English meaning. They are accompanied by facial expressions and body language, which play a significant role in conveying meaning in Auslan.
If you want more clarification about these signs, please contact your Auslan teacher or find additional details via Signbank or SignHow.
Exhibitions:
2018 “Rock Paper Scissors” St George College of Fine Arts and Ceramic Design, Ultimo
Auslan and captions