Doreen Marpoondin b. 1946

  • Artist (Weaver)
Doreen Marpoondin is a weaver of mats, bowls, skirts, headbands and shell necklaces. Marpoondin supplements her artistic income by working with the elderly at the Home and Community Care centre in Aurukun.

Born in 1946, Doreen Marpoondin is a weaver of mats, bowls, skirts, headbands and shell necklaces. Marpoondin supplements her artistic income by working with the elderly at the Home and Community Care (HACC) centre in Aurukun. She teaches weaving to her granddaughters and in 2006 her work was featured in the 'Gatherings II’ exhibition at the Queensland Art Gallery.

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Writers:
Allas, Tess
Date written:
2007
Last updated:
2011