Name: Janice Djupuduwuy
Language: Djinba
Community: Ramingining
Biography:
Janice Djupuduwuy is an emerging fibre artist, making a name for herself with her distinct and contemporary pieces. Over the last decade as a Bula'bula Arts artist, Janice has been creating a portfolio of creative weavings that stand out for their innovative and unique style.
Janice’s mother, prolific fibre artist Robyn Djunginy, was known for her significant contribution to Contemporary Indigenous Art. Making her mark as one of the first Ramingining women to showcase her weaving skills on a global scale. One piece that left a particular impression, was her woven pandanus bottles.
Janice carries forward her mother’s remarkable legacy in her current work. Weaving in her mother’s style brings Janice joy and keeps her mother’s memory alive throughout her creative process.
Baru Dhawu (Crocodile Story) Baru (the crocodile man), was from the Gumatj clan. People usually call him Gurdu Gurdu or Baru which means crocodile. He lived his life at a place called Yirrkala. Living near Read more…
Baru Dhawu (Crocodile Story) Baru (the crocodile man), was from the Gumatj clan. People usually call him Gurdu Gurdu or Baru which means crocodile. He lived his life at a place called Yirrkala. Living near Read more…
JB Fisher – Mewal This painting is about the story of the rock Mewal, that is the embodiment of the spirit man Mokuy who created the honey men/sugar bag tribe. In the story, Mokuy runs Read more…