Acknowledgement of Country films
Every place has a story
Wherever we gather, we are on Country. These short films create a moment to pause, listen and acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the place where we meet, before the work of the day begins.
The story behind the films
Thoughtfully created.
Ready to share.
A moment to pause before we begin.
I'm Danielle Leedie Gray, a contemporary Aboriginal artist, illustrator and graphic designer.
I created these films to bring together words, landscape and sound in a moment of acknowledgement. Each film carries my narration and the sound of clapsticks I performed and recorded, inviting people to listen and acknowledge Country before they begin.
From sky to Country
Each film opens on a night sky that drifts down to a eucalypt on a moonlit cliff, then moves through dawn woodland and along a river.
In my voice
I wrote and narrated the acknowledgement, and I performed and recorded the clapsticks you hear.
Words on screen
Every line is captioned, so everyone in the room can follow along, even in a busy or noisy space.
Experience the films
Watch the previews
Take a moment to watch a preview of each film. The full films run for 46 seconds.
Both films share the same illustrative landscapes. What changes is the acknowledgement itself, which names the Traditional Owners of each location.
Brisbane
Acknowledging the Turrbal and Yuggera peoples
Read the preview transcript
On screen: Created and narrated by Danielle Leedie Gray. Clapsticks performed and recorded by Danielle Leedie Gray. danielleleediegray.com.au. Imagery is illustrative and does not depict your local Country.
Sydney
Acknowledging the Darug people
Read the preview transcript
On screen: Created and narrated by Danielle Leedie Gray. Clapsticks performed and recorded by Danielle Leedie Gray. danielleleediegray.com.au. Imagery is illustrative and does not depict your local Country.
Imagery is illustrative and does not depict your local Country.
Why choose this collection
A thoughtful way to begin
Here's what I hope each film brings to the start of your meeting or gathering.
Created by an Aboriginal artist
Every element reflects my creative practice, from the words and narration to the recorded clapsticks, pacing and design.
Made with care and purpose
Landscape, narration, sound and captions come together to create a reflective viewing experience that goes beyond words on a presentation slide.
Acknowledging place
Each film names the Traditional Owners of its designated location. The landscape imagery is illustrative and is not presented as footage of local Country.
Professionally produced
Full HD, clear narration, captions, carefully selected imagery and consistent colour treatment.
Ready to use
A finished film that can be licensed without arranging filming, scripting, narration or editing.
One fee, no renewals
A one-off, non-exclusive licence for the agreed uses. No subscription or annual renewal fees.
Made for businesses and organisations, People & Culture teams, internal communications, government and community organisations, and events and conferences.
Good to know
Acknowledgement of Country and Welcome to Country: what's the difference?
An Acknowledgement of Country recognises the Traditional Owners of the land and their continuing connection to Country. It can be offered by anyone.
A Welcome to Country is delivered by Traditional Owners or someone authorised by them to welcome visitors to their Country.
My films offer a recorded Acknowledgement of Country. They are not intended to replace a Welcome to Country, a live acknowledgement or meaningful engagement with Traditional Owners.
Before the film plays, you might like to add a few words of your own about what the acknowledgement means to your organisation.
Licensing and pricing
Choose your film
Each film includes an Acknowledgement of Country naming the Traditional Owners of its designated location.
Brisbane
Acknowledging the Turrbal and Yuggera peoples
Sydney
Acknowledging the Darug people
Junior School Film
In development
Prices are in Australian dollars. I'm not registered for GST, so no GST is charged.
What's included
- Your film as a Full HD MP4 file (1920 × 1080)
- Narration and on-screen captions
- A caption file (SRT) with the full text of the acknowledgement
- A licence naming your organisation and site
How the licence works
- A one-off fee. No subscription or annual renewal.
- Non-exclusive, so other organisations can license the same film.
- Covers one named organisation at one site, for the uses set out in the licence terms.
- Copyright stays with me. No editing, resale, sharing of the files or public online publication.
Read the licence terms. You'll confirm you've read them before you pay.
How it works
- Watch the film previews.
- Choose the film appropriate for your location.
- Purchase your licence, and within two Queensland business days of payment and licence acceptance I'll email you a secure download link for your film and caption file, along with your named licence.
More than one site? Each film relates to a designated location, and each licence covers one site. If you'd like to use a film across several sites, get in touch and we can talk about a multi-site licence.
Your next step
Begin with Country
Watch the available films and explore the licensing options for your organisation. If you're unsure which film is right for your location, I'm happy to talk it through.
Frequently asked questions
Which film should we choose?
Choose the film that names the Traditional Owners of the place where you gather: Brisbane acknowledges the Turrbal and Yuggera peoples, and Sydney acknowledges the Darug people. If you're not sure which is right for your location, get in touch.
How will we receive the film?
I deliver each order personally. Within two Queensland business days of your payment and licence acceptance, I'll email you a secure download link for your film and its caption file, along with your named licence. The download link stays active for 30 days, so please save your files somewhere safe. Your licence itself doesn't expire.
Where can we use the film?
Your licence covers one named organisation at one site, for the uses set out in the licence terms. Public websites, video platforms and social media aren't included. If you're unsure whether a use is covered, please ask before you go ahead.
We have more than one site. What do we need?
Each licence covers one site. Multi-site licensing can be discussed separately, so get in touch and let me know how many sites you have and how you'd like to use the film.
Can we pay by invoice?
Yes. Let me know, and I'll first email you the licence terms to accept in writing. Then I'll send an invoice. Once it's paid, I'll email you a secure download link for your film and caption file, along with your licence, within two Queensland business days.
Can we edit the film?
No. The films are supplied finished and can't be edited, shortened or re-voiced.
Have a question? I'd love to hear from you.
Not sure which film is right for your location, need a licence for more than one site, or want to pay by invoice? Get in touch and I'll be happy to help.