Lady Napaljarri b.

  • Artist (Painter)
Warlpiri/Anmatyerre artist who began painting designs associated with her traditional country, Willowra (NT).
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Lady Napaljarri was born at Coniston, date of birth uncertain. Her country is Wirliyajarrayi (Willowra). She paints the Dreamings for this country; also Jiri (Prickle Dreaming). She has no particular connections with communities other than Willowra, or with other artists at Willowra. Her tribal identification is Warlpiri/Anmatyerre. 'I started painting when I was six years old. I’ve learnt ceremony dancing from my mother and grandma. I’ve learnt singing my song for the dancing about my country that went with the designs.’

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

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Language groups
  • Anmatyerre
  • Warlpiri
  • Anmatyerre