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 This artwork showcases the artist’s skillful use of colour, texture, and technique, reflecting a deep connection to their environment and culture. Each detail embodies the unique identity of Bidyadanga Artists, where the original five language groups—Nyangumarta, Mangala, Yulparija, Juwaliny, and Karrajarri—come together to create art that speaks to the heart of Country. Over time, the community and Art Centre has grown to include people from other Kimberley tribes, fostering a space where diverse cultural knowledge and practices come together. Situated where the desert meets the sea, artists draw inspiration from their ancestral Country and personal journeys. The artist captures the vibrant beauty of both desert and coastal landscapes, blending earthy reds, deep blues, and intricate patterns distinctive to their cultural heritage. The themes and composition invite viewers into the artist’s world, offering a glimpse of the rich, intertwined histories and the enduring connection to land and spirit that define the Bidyadanga community.

Name: Veronica Yanawana


Language: Mangala


Community: Bidyadanga


Biography:

Veronica lives in Bidyadanga Community with her family.  She grew up in Bidyadanga and spent some of her school years in Bidyadanga Lagrange followed by her older years schooling in Broome at Nulungu College.  Veronica is Mangala language group, following her mother's side.  She paints her country, Johanna Springs.


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