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Kimono-Family Country

Your purchase of this garment provides income for Aboriginal women artists and helps give them a platform to share their culture and stories.

Nagula Jarndu (Saltwater Woman) is a not-for-profit, 100% Aboriginal owned and governed organisation and the profits from your purchase will go directly to the artist and back into the organisation to fund future projects.

Description

Patch pockets and a detachable tie belt for styling versatility.
*Please note that the pattern placement will vary slightly on each garment.

Size guide:

Bust 138cm S/M 148cm M/L
Length (neck to hem) 105cm S/M 118cm M/L
Sleeve Length (shoulder to cuff) 52cm S/M 67cm M/L

– Viscose/Rayon
– Patch pockets
– Detachable tie belt
Care and washing guide:

Our designs are hand screen printed and digitally printed with quality fabric ink and professionally heat set.

Handwashing your garment in cold water and ironing from the inside-out, will ensure that it is a part of your wardrobe for years to come.

Name: Marie Cecilia Manado


Community: Broome


Biography:

Marie is a descendant of the Yawuru, Nimanburr and Jabir Jabir tribes in the Broome and Dampier Peninsula located in North West Kimberley region.

She has a large family including extended family that are spread throughout the Kimberley. Her ancestral groups are all saltwater peoples.

Marie has always been interested in art and as a child enjoyed being part of school art competitions. She continued to dabble throughout her adult life on a personal basis at home. She joined Nagula Jarndu Art Centre in 2020.  

Marie's art represents her cultural heritage, traditions and knowledge through the medium of print making. She is particularly drawn to stories about medicinal plants and the healing properties that Country can provide, she has great knowledge about all Kimberley plant life and this is reflected in her textile designs. 

 


© the artist / art centre