Jimmy Jampijinpa Kelly b. c.1924

Also known as Kumunjayi
  • Artist (Painter)
Warlpiri artist who was a senior member of the Lajamanu community, his work is in the collection of the National Gallery of Victoria.

Born at Mikanji (Mt Doreen), c.1924. He was one of the Warlpiri tribe and his country was Warlukurlangu (Wayilinpa), quite close to Yuendumu. He lived at Lajamanu and his Dreamings were Warlukurlangu, Watiyawarnu (Ngapa, Yakirri) and Watijarra. He started painting in 1986 and shared some Dreamings with Abie Jangala . Both are senior men in the Lajamanu community.

Writers:
Johnson, Vivien
Date written:
1994
Last updated:
2011