Rex Jupurrurla Patterson b.

Also known as Kumunjayi
  • Artist (Painter)
Rex Patterson, who often worked with his wife Valerie Napanangka Patterson, started painting in 1986. A devout Christian, he intended to study for the ministry.
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Born near Tennant Creek close to the country of his mother. His father came from Yarturlu-yarturlu, which is the Granites. His Dreamings were Jangangpa and Laju. He was Warlpiri and often worked with his wife, Valerie Patterson , a common pattern at Lajamanu. They started painting in 1986. They were both devout Christians. Rex Patterson Jupurrurla intended to study for the ministry.

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Johnson, Vivien
Date written:
1994
Last updated:
2011

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