The women of Maningrida and surrounding homelands use a combination of locally found seeds, bone and shells to make a variety of jewellery including necklaces. earrings and bracelets. Many of the artists use complex patterns and designs to make their beautiful creations.
Name: Tina Cooper
Language: Burarra
Community: Maningrida
Biography:
I grew up in Maningrida. I have just started making jewellery. I use stingray, shark, shells and some red and black seeds in my creations.
Wak Wak “This is two black crows, baby and mother, there are living in the waterhole there, near to Kurrurldul. It’s a dream, longtime, but it’s still there. We call the crow Wak.” – Melba Read more…
