“This is a different type of basket, it was the first time I have done a basket, next time I will do Baskets from a door, learn more from this”.
Artwork made in collaboration with Claire Healy and Sean Cordeiro
Name: Rachel Handley
Language: Manyjilyjarra
Community: Parnngurr
Biography:
Rachel grew up in Punmu Community, where she completed her schooling. Following school each day, Rachel always loved going hunting with her elders, especially Muuki and Ida. She enjoyed growing up in Punmu. In the early 1990's she moved to Parnngurr, following her uncle Muuki Taylor. She now has three kids and works at the School full time. In addition to painting, Rachel enjoys working at the school with the kids, playing sport and going on bush trips.
Jartuti “Jartuti water place east of Parnngurr. In pujiman (traditional, desert dwelling) days old people walked and hunted there, we went there recently with KJ (Kanyirninpa Jukurrpa) ranger mob, lovely place.” – Beverley Rogers Jartuti is Read more…
Yilyara Yilyara is one of several frequently visited yinta (permanent springs) located in the Country immediately surrounding Punmu Aboriginal community. Yilyara is located immediately east of Nyayartakujarra (Lake Dora), a vast and culturally significant salt Read more…
Pirrkili “We camped there, lots of water in that claypan. Old people camp, passing through, going to Karlamilyi. Warman people passing through. From this place they go to Mulunyjarra (rockhole)” – Elizabeth Toby Pirrkili is Read more…