These finely crafted woven figures represent Mukuy Spirit creatures. The Mukuy belong in Yirritja country called Galanbirni. At night you might hear them playing the Didjeridu. The Mukuy travel around a lot and are often found in sacred places. They are mysterious, sometimes playful and sometimes cheeky characters, often referred to as Devil Devil. Mukuy figures tell the stories of country, culture and spiritual beliefs.
Name: Julie Ashley
Language: Rittharrngu
Community: Wugularr (Beswick)
Biography:
Julie was born on Elcho Island off the coast of Arnhem Land. She was taught to weave with pandanus and to collect the natural bush dyes by her mother. Julie has created a range of contemporary fibre artefacts such as lampshades, hats, mobiles and quirky animals including fish, turtles and dragonflies. She has also designed for Djilpin's textiles and jewellery ranges range and created a number of limited edition screen prints. Julie leads weaving workshops and dances Bunggul.
Julie has conducted weaving workshops in Canberra, Darwin and Wugularr. As well as being an artist, Julie has been an Arts Worker at Djilpin Arts and currently a Board Director.
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Mukuy Spirit Figures These finely crafted woven figures represent Mukuy Spirit creatures. The Mukuy belong in Yirritja country called Galanbirni. At night you might hear them playing the Didjeridu. The Mukuy travel around a lot Read more…