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Norrkep (Small Tiny Reef)

This artwork was created from the abandoned nets and ropes that was collected from the sea. My ghost net artwork depicts the beautiful colours and patterns of the reef. The reef is a very sacred and important place to us. It provides for us, it is our library, educator and a living museum. We have battled with so many climate change issues and see first hand how it damages our reefs. Making artwork and telling our stories is our commitment to care for our environment. By doing so, we have an obligation to pass the message and raise awareness to everyone to look after it.

Categories: Erub Arts

Name: Florence Gutchen

Language: Kala Lagaw Ya

Community: Darnley Island

Biography:

I was born on Thursday Island and grew up on the beautiful island of Poruma, (Coconut Island) in the central Torres Strait where my family originates from. I have six sisters and three brothers.

I was engaged in 1984 and moved to Erub in 1986 and then married in 1987. We were blessed with five children, three boys and two girls.

When I was young my favourite hobbies were crochet, bead making and sewing. As the years went by, I’ve learnt other art skills such as drawing, screen printing, lino printing, etching and ceramics. I still continue with my other crafts as well.

I enjoy my artwork and look forward to learning more new things and sharing with others in the future.

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