Liddy Nakamarra Nelson b. c.1929

Also known as Herbert
  • Artist (Painter)
Resident of Lajamanu, where she started painting in 1986. Was previously married to Junti Japaljarri and is the sister of Michael Jagamara Nelson.
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Place of birth Yumurrpa/Wapurtarli c.1929, and tribe and language Warlpiri. The artiist lives at Lajamanu, her country being Wapurtali, Yumurrpa, Nyurripatu and her Dreamings Ngarlajiyi, Mamikiji (Bush Grapes), Purranyu (Small Snake) Pilkardi, Marlujarra. Started painting in 1986. Changed her name from Herbert, because of the death of her husband, and was married to Junti Japaljarri. She is a sister of Michael Jagamara Nelson.

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

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