Always Been Deadly - NAIDOC 2026 Kids' T-Shirt

Name: Always Been Deadly - NAIDOC 2026 Kids' T-Shirt
Brand: Beau Pennefather Motlop
Price: 24.99 AUD
Availability: InStock

Always Been Deadly

The feet represent moving and progressing through the generations, achievement after deadly achievement. The Rainbow serpent symbolises our continued Dreaming. The animal components are our totems that we have survived with for thousands of years.

The circles with connecting lines are important accomplishments and deadly milestones for our people. The circular Torres Strait inspired designs represent weather patterns, tide cycles and the elements. The tree is for our connection to country. The hand is for our non indigenous allies and the positive/deadly energy they can create for us. The four corners are the pattern on the inside of a turtle shell, representing our connection to saltwater.

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Beau Pennefather Motlop

I love to create depth and dimensions with colours and size differences, I use an abundance of detail and intricate patterns, but I also like to balance out my artwork with emptiness and quiet. My motifs and circular patterns are a unique combination drawn from my three Indigenous heritages.

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½ Chest Width

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Length

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KID'S COTTON T-SHIRT SIZES	½ CHEST WIDTH (CM)	LENGTH (CM)
2K	29	41
4K	32	44
6K	35	47
8K	38	50
10K	41	54
12K	44	58

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Celebrate 50 Years of Deadly with our NAIDOC 2026 Kids’ T-Shirt — designed for young leaders proud to wear culture with confidence.

Made from lightweight 130gsm breathable mesh, this T-shirt keeps kids comfortable from classroom celebrations to playground fun, park adventures and even after a quick swim. The fabric is fast-drying and breathable, making it ideal for active days in and out of the water.

Using premium sublimation printing, the artwork is permanently infused into the fabric — delivering vibrant, long-lasting colour that won’t crack, peel or fade.

Crafted for durability and quality, it’s built to handle busy school days — chances are they’ll outgrow it before the colours ever lose their brilliance.

✨ Featuring: Always Been Deadly by Beau Pennefather Motlop Grounded in pride and identity, this artwork celebrates the strength that has always existed — past, present and future. A reminder that culture, leadership and excellence have always been deadly.

.: Modern crew neckline
.: Short sleeves for everyday comfort
.: Lightweight 130gsm breathable mesh
.: Premium full-colour sublimation print
.: Exclusive NAIDOC 2026 commemorative artwork

Please note: Images shown are digital 3D mock-ups for illustrative purposes only. The final product may vary slightly from these representations.

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Print-on-Demand products will be shipped separately when ordered alongside other items. Please expect an extended delivery time of 5-9 business days due to the additional production time required after placing your order.

Printing/Production Time: 2-4 business days.
Shipping Time: 3-5 business days.

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Always Been Deadly

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Beau Pennefather Motlop

I grew up in Cairns, Far North Queensland from the age of eight years old. My background includes Aboriginal from the Jirrabal tribe of the Surrounding Cairns region, Torres strait island descendance from the Wagedoegam tribe of Mabuiag Island as well as Ngapuhi from New Zealand. My Torres Strait Island Totems are Crocodile, Snake, Stonefish and Remora. My Aboriginal Totem is Dingo.

2006 is when I started to take my art practice seriously and began experimenting with various mediums including pencil, pastels and acrylic paint I now do the majority of my artwork digitally.

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