Born at Lajamanu c.1955-60 of the Warlpiri tribe and language, his country is Lajamanu and he can paint Yarla, Nganja Warli, Watiya Warnu and Karntajarra (Two Women) Dreamings. One of the better known artists at Lajamanu, he works with his wife, Kay McDonald and began painting in 1986 on canvas board. Very conscious of the economics of the painting enterprise, he is a strong and intelligent advocate of improved financial returns for artists.

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