2026
2 AP, Edition of 5
760mm x 560mm
Silk screen print on somerset paper
The call of the Black Cockatoo (Weeyal) vibrates through Red Ochre (Coochin). Coochin Weeyal extends from Lyndon Davis's Beeyali Art Research Project. Kabi Kabi artist Lyndon Davis, conceived Beeyali and developed it in collaboration with sound artist Dr Leah Barclay and photographer Dr Tricia King.
Beeyali, which means “to call” in Kabi Kabi language, uses the science of cymatics to make sound visible. It allows people to see the patterns created by the calls of birds and other wildlife, while also raising awareness about species that are at risk of extinction.
Coochin Weeyal brings together the sound of the Black Cockatoo, the material presence of red ochre and the visual patterns created through cymatics. By translating these sound vibrations into a handmade two-colour screenprint, Davis connects Kabi Kabi cultural knowledge with contemporary art, science and technology, showing how Country can be listened to, seen and understood in different ways.
Reflecting on the project, Davis says:
My research discovered many juxtapositions between the sounds of Australian wildlife and the traditional geometric patterns found in Aboriginal art from South East Queensland. These experiments amplified deep spiritual interconnections with Aboriginal creation stories interweaving sound landscape, sacred geometry and patterns seen across Australia.
Through this collaboration, painting, sound, photography and scientific experimentation came together to reveal geometric patterns formed through cymatics. The project I conceived led to a World first using cymatics to digitally manipulate the pixels of an image. The results revealed amazing findings of the same sacred geometry we see in every living thing and represented in local Aboriginal artworks of South East Qld and other parts of Australia."
Lyndon Davis is a highly respected Kabi Kabi (Gubbi Gubbi) artist, educator, and cultural performer with an international reputation. Born and raised on the Sunshine Coast, Lyndon’s arts practice is deeply rooted in his connection to Country, reflecting the rich culture and stories of Kabi Kabi people.
Lyndon’s creative work spans visual art, cultural education, and performance. As a leader in sharing Kabi Kabi culture, he has contributed significantly to the preservation and celebration of traditional knowledge through his workshops, ceremonies, and artistic practice. His work highlights the profound relationship between people and Country, using art as a means to teach, inspire, and connect audiences to the natural world.
In recent years, Lyndon has been exploring the intersection of art and science through cymatics—the study of visualising sound vibrations. His innovative work captures the acoustic energy of species on Kabi Kabi Country, transforming their calls into mesmerizing visual patterns. These artworks offer a unique perspective on the voices of the land, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all living beings.
Lyndon’s dedication to his culture and Country continues to inspire local and global audiences, making his art and storytelling an essential contribution to the cultural fabric of the Sunshine Coast and beyond.
2026
2 AP, Edition of 5
760mm x 560mm
Silk screen print on somerset paper
The call of the Black Cockatoo (Weeyal) vibrates through Red Ochre (Coochin). Coochin Weeyal extends from Lyndon Davis's Beeyali Art Research Project. Kabi Kabi artist Lyndon Davis, conceived Beeyali and developed it in collaboration with sound artist Dr Leah Barclay and photographer Dr Tricia King.
Beeyali, which means “to call” in Kabi Kabi language, uses the science of cymatics to make sound visible. It allows people to see the patterns created by the calls of birds and other wildlife, while also raising awareness about species that are at risk of extinction.
Coochin Weeyal brings together the sound of the Black Cockatoo, the material presence of red ochre and the visual patterns created through cymatics. By translating these sound vibrations into a handmade two-colour screenprint, Davis connects Kabi Kabi cultural knowledge with contemporary art, science and technology, showing how Country can be listened to, seen and understood in different ways.
Reflecting on the project, Davis says:
My research discovered many juxtapositions between the sounds of Australian wildlife and the traditional geometric patterns found in Aboriginal art from South East Queensland. These experiments amplified deep spiritual interconnections with Aboriginal creation stories interweaving sound landscape, sacred geometry and patterns seen across Australia.
Through this collaboration, painting, sound, photography and scientific experimentation came together to reveal geometric patterns formed through cymatics. The project I conceived led to a World first using cymatics to digitally manipulate the pixels of an image. The results revealed amazing findings of the same sacred geometry we see in every living thing and represented in local Aboriginal artworks of South East Qld and other parts of Australia."
Lyndon Davis is a highly respected Kabi Kabi (Gubbi Gubbi) artist, educator, and cultural performer with an international reputation. Born and raised on the Sunshine Coast, Lyndon’s arts practice is deeply rooted in his connection to Country, reflecting the rich culture and stories of Kabi Kabi people.
Lyndon’s creative work spans visual art, cultural education, and performance. As a leader in sharing Kabi Kabi culture, he has contributed significantly to the preservation and celebration of traditional knowledge through his workshops, ceremonies, and artistic practice. His work highlights the profound relationship between people and Country, using art as a means to teach, inspire, and connect audiences to the natural world.
In recent years, Lyndon has been exploring the intersection of art and science through cymatics—the study of visualising sound vibrations. His innovative work captures the acoustic energy of species on Kabi Kabi Country, transforming their calls into mesmerizing visual patterns. These artworks offer a unique perspective on the voices of the land, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all living beings.
Lyndon’s dedication to his culture and Country continues to inspire local and global audiences, making his art and storytelling an essential contribution to the cultural fabric of the Sunshine Coast and beyond.
