Name: Amy Briggs
Language: Yorta Yorta
Biography:
Amy Briggs was born in Mooroopna and grew up on the Dungala at Cummeragunja. Amy is a proud Yorta-Yorta woman, mother and grandmother.
Amy says, “As an artist, I love the amazing and inspiring journey with our group of elders, coming together and working on our art and telling our stories. The gallery is a place of learning, healing and hope.”
Garngan, walanbang miimi – very strong sister This piece is about what it feels like to be a woman today, especially an Aboriginal woman trying to find her place, stay strong & keep moving forward. Read more…
Boomerang Learning- Knowledge Many years ago, knowledge was passed down to me by teaching me Boomerang throwing in a big open area not far from Baroona. Representing gaining knowledge.
Barmah – Home of the plover The meaning of the word Barmah means Home of the Plover in Yorta Yorta Language and this is what I wanted to represent in this artwork.