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Leslie Zubieta Calvert focuses on the interdisciplinary study of rock art, addressing how body perceptions and representations manifest within cultural contexts. Her research involves exploring the interplay of rock art and animal symbolism, as well as the roles of memory and oral traditions. She has conducted fieldwork throughout southern Africa and Mexico, particularly working on stories connecting rock art to girls’ initiation ceremonies. Leslie holds an MSc and PhD in Rock Art Studies from the University of the Witwatersrand and has participated in various archaeological projects, including those at the Border Lands Archaeological Research Unit in Texas. Additionally, she is affiliated with the Centre Rock Art Research Management and has contributed to significant projects such as 'Kimberley Visions - Origins of Rock Art Provinces in Northern Australia.' With a keen interest in cultural heritage management, her work strives to assess the significance of rock art within its societal context, linking her research to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia
Contributing to research on rock art and cultural heritage management.
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