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Unity

Martumili Artists work with over three hundred artists from remote Martu Aboriginal communities, including Punmu, Parnngurr, Kunawarritji, Jigalong, Irrungadji (Nullagine), and Warralong, as well as from the Parnpajinya (Newman) gallery and studio spaces. Known for their diverse, energetic, and unmediated painting styles, their works reflect the dramatic geography and scale of their homelands. Each artist, however, brings a unique approach to their craft.

Younger Martu artists often start painting alongside their parents, grandparents, and extended family, which fosters an organic learning process. This not only involves mastering painting techniques but also understanding specific locations, family histories, traditional ways of life, bush tucker, and Jukurrpa (Dreaming). Over time, with encouragement from their peers, they develop their own distinct styles and explore unique painting techniques and subject matter. In this work the artist brings a contemporary, evolving perspective to their work.

Name: Kerri-Anne Wilson



Biography:

My name is Kerri, I am Martu, Yinhawangka woman. My mum is from Newman and my dad’s side of the family is from Onslow area.

As a mum of one, I have recently come back home to my mother’s country to connect with family. When I first arrived, it was overwhelming! So much family and hard to keep up! One thing I loved about it was my daughter meeting all her cousins. When I am ready, I will be heading to my dad’s country to also reconnect!

I started painting when I was in Geraldton, where I grew up. I also did a lot of free style sketching. I always told my mum I wanted to become a painter; and here I am now rediscovering myself and my passion.”

- Kerri-Anne Wilson


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