Caring for Country Educational Resources for Schools
Created in Collaboration with Indigenous Art Brett Parker, Billyara
Felton’s Caring for Country outdoor furniture range comes with an array of rich Education Resources designed especially for schools and colleges.
Educational resources can be accessed via the unique QR code on each piece of outdoor furniture. Scanning the code unlocks lesson plans, symbol guides, new videos from Brett Parker and other learning aids to explore Indigenous history and culture.
Scroll down to discover the exciting and extensive range of educational resources available with Caring for Country outdoor furniture.
Scan QR Code to Watch the Story Behind the Art
On each of the outdoor furniture items, is a unique QR code which when scanned allows students to watch a video of Brett discussing how he created the artwork, the story and the meaning of each. The videos can be used by schools as a learning aid for Indigenous history and culture, a starting point for students to discuss or develop their own artwork and stories, an educational window to discuss rich Indigenous history, reconciliation, respect and recognition.
For other venues the Caring for Country range creates areas to celebrate, respect and connect with Indigenous culture and history and learn more about the artwork in front of them and the importance of land management practices.
“Caring for Country” was the theme chosen by Brett to represent through his art. This concept explores the sustainable land management practices that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples undertake, and the key role these practices play in continuing their culture.
These educational resources and videos are only available when you purchase any item within the range.
Resources Available with the Caring for Country Indigenous Outdoor Furniture Range
Beautiful Welcome Pack
- Contains a unique QR code sticker for each product you can attach so your community can scan and access the educational resources specific to the artwork on your product
- Enjoy a detailed flyer for each product, explaining the artwork and the story behind it.
Educational Videos
- Listen and watch the artist, Brett Parker, Bilyara talk about the story behind each artwork
- Access 2 educational videos for each product, of Brett giving a 5 minute lesson on the artwork and indigenous artefacts
Rich Learning Aids
- Access additional resources for schools such as lesson plans and worksheets on Indigenous art, culture and history
- Unique symbol guide detailing the meaning behind the artwork
- Enjoy other resources to explore Indigenous culture further
Amazing Resources for Students & Teachers
Outdoor spaces form such an important part of the school environment, a place to play, enjoy, exercise, eat, talk, laugh, and learn.
Felton Industries has been working with schools for over 20 years delivering quality outdoor furniture solutions that turn empty spaces into meeting places.
Taking this to the next level is Felton’s Caring for Country Range; an innovative new outdoor furniture range that creates places to connect and encourages interaction, conversations and connections.
Featuring breathtaking art by award-winning indigenous artist Brett Parker, Billyara, the Caring for Country range celebrates rich indigenous history and culture and provides schools with an amazing resource for students to connect in the playground and during lesson times.
Caring for Country Indigenous Outdoor Furniture at Belrose Public School
Caring for Country Beginnings
For a long time, Felton Industries had been interested in bringing something different into the outdoor furniture space. Proud to be 100% Australian Made and to support regional communities with employment, Felton wanted to incorporate the rich and proud indigenous history into their outdoor furniture.
Peter, the founder of Felton Industries started on the road to find an indigenous artist to partner with – one who could create spectacular artwork for the new range. That’s when he met artist, Brett Parker, Billyara, a proud Wiradjuri man who had been working as an artist and educator in schools and organisations for over 30 years. Brett was keen to be part of the project and soon began working with Felton and creating his sensational artworks. Showcasing amazing detail and beauty, Brett’s artworks tell wonderful indigenous stories that are the heart and soul of the Caring for Country Range.
The Artist
Brett Parker, Billyara
Brett is from the Wiradjuri tribe of Murrumbidgee River people. He is an award-winning Indigenous artist with a strong passion for teaching Indigenous art, culture and history and has been working as an artist and educator in schools and organisations for over 30 years.
Brett first met Felton Industries around 18 months ago and was keen to be part of their exciting new project. He soon began working with Felton and creating his spectacular artworks. Showcasing incredible detail and beauty, Brett’s artworks tell wonderful Indigenous stories that are the heart and soul of the Caring for Country range.
“When I was approached by Felton industries to work on this project, they were genuinely excited to be collaborating with an Indigenous artist. With over 20 years of industry experience, delivering quality outdoor furniture made especially to suit Australia’s harsh climate, I knew I wanted to work with them right away.
They have been great to work with, my designs and meaningful artwork being well received and appreciated.
Their energetic and positive approach to this project has been refreshing and they’ll be delivering the highest quality outdoor furniture with Indigenous designs which I’m so proud to be a part of.”
Caring for Country Outdoor Furniture Range
Burbang Birrang Outdoor Table Setting
Barradam-bang Bench Seat with Backrest
Wirimbirra Wirimbirra Educational Bin Enclosure
Caring for Country Package