Kudi (Barramundi) is of great cultural importance for our Kuku Yalanji families. It is a major food source for us. We hunt them when they are fat. Kudi (Barramundi) is also one of a group of totem names that our elders give to a newborn child of the younger generation. A child who receives, for example, Kudi (Barramundi), as a totem name will be protected by the barramundi’s spirit their entire life.
Name: Gregory Salt
Biography:
My name is Greg Salt, I started painting when I was very young and have continued to paint throughout my life. I also do wood carving and make 3D objects that are cast in Bronze.
I work four days per week at Yalanji Arts and I `am keen to continue developing my art making skills. I have taken part in many workshops including printmaking, ceramics and textiles.
My artwork is inspired by stories told by my Elders and has been exhibited at various exhibitions since 2011.
Status: Stock S.J. Burchill, Wurarr-Wurarr (Dragonfly)
Kirbaji (Dugong) Kirbaji (Dugong) is an Ancestral Spirit Being (Totem) that I inherited it from my mother’s side. It is my Totem. The dugong was also an important food source for my ancestors. Only men Read more…
