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: Freda Ali
Language: Burarra
Biography:
Freda is the eldest daughter of senior artist and weaver Lorna Jin-gubarrangunyja and sister to Bonnie Burarngrara and Freda Ali (Wayartja). Freda spend her time between living in Maningrida and at Ji-balbal outstation, her husbands country
Taught by her sisters and mother to weaver Freda only became weaving artworks to sell in 2021. Her artworks are bright and colourful using pandanus that has been vividly dye using natural botanicals.
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