Dr George worked in the Kintore medical clinic as a traditional healer and was referred to as 'The Doctor' because of his skills. Dr George was born in the Gibson Desert near Jupiter Well, and has one son and one daughter. He led a traditional life moving between Kiwirrkura and Tjukula. He was deeply immeres in painting and art since the early 1980's, and learned the skills and techniques from a number of traditional aboriginal artists. His Country spans approximately some 150km around Lake Macdonald. This area encompasses Lake Mackay to the north, Sir Frederick Ranges and Lake Hopkins to the south, Jupiter Well to the west and Kintore to the east. Contained within this vast area of territory are a score of traditional sites that he paints. He paints two specific Dreamings, The Tingari Cycle and Snake Dreaming. The Tingari Cycle, as represented in this painting, is the series of sacred and secret song lines associated with the ceremonial initiations into manhood. These ceremonies are held in various regions of the artist's homeland, known as Dreamng Sites, which are usually depicted in the art. These Dreamings have been handed down from generation to generation for many thousands of years. Dr George passed them on to future generations od that they may be preserved. Dr George employs different techniques when painting. One style incorporates the use of roundels in dot form or in block form whilst his other style incorporates the use of the above together with the arrangement of stripes across the canvas. Dr George was a respected member of his people, following a very traditional lifestyle. He was very confident and proud when speaking of his traditional ways. He painted his Dreamings intuitively and naturally, in a straightforward and delightful way. These qualities reflected his persona and acclaim the spirit of his family, his country and his people.