Wayuk (Waterlily) Wayuk (Waterlily) Nymphaea violacea. The stem of wayuk is a popular bushfood and the beautiful flower is enjoyed across Arnhem Land. This fabric was created using the linocut printing technique. The lino tile has been carved by the artist in Maningrida, and has been printed by hand using a variety Read more…
Wayuk Wayuk (Waterlily) Nymphaea violacea. The stem of wayuk is a popular bushfood and the beautiful flower is enjoyed across Arnhem Land. This fabric was created using the linocut printing technique. The lino tile has been carved by the artist in Maningrida, and has been printed by hand using a variety of Read more…
Marebu (Floor mat) This fabric was created using the linocut fabric printing technique which has been refined at Bábbarra Women’s Centre since it was introduced in the early 2000’s. The Lino tile is carved by the artist at Bábbarra Designs. It is printed on fabric by hand using a variety of colours and Read more…
Barddedde (Bangle Vine) Barddedde (bangle vine) is a climbing vine with cane-like stems. It is used to make armbands and was traditionally used to sew together the ends of bark canoes. This one colour screen print was designed in 2006 and has been revived in 2025.
Women’s Menstrual Ceremony This design depicts a women’s Menstrual ceremony. Women sat on the ground wrapped in Kunmadj, a type of pandanus tent. This may last 1 – 4 days depending on the length of the monthly menstrual cycle.
Namorrorddo (Dark Angel) Mythical creatures of a malevolent nature, namorrorddo are shooting star spirits. They have long claws and trails of white light coming from their heads. They also carry a long club called miyarrurl which they use to beat victims.Yiman kabenerohrok nakidjkidj ya nakka wanjh kabenerohrok namorrorddo. Namorrorddo kabirlikan, bidngalnjkuyeng yoh. Read more…
Women’s Menstrual Ceremony This design depicts a women’s Menstrual ceremony. Women sat on the ground wrapped in Kunmadj, a type of pandanus tent. This may last 1 – 4 days depending on the length of the monthly menstrual cycle.
Seashell Design This fabric was created using the linocut fabric printing technique which has been refined at Bábbarra Women’s Centre since it was introduced in the early 2000’s. The Lino tile is carved by the artist at Bábbarra Designs. It is printed on fabric by hand using a variety of colours and layers. Read more…
Seashell Design This fabric was created using the linocut fabric printing technique which has been refined at Bábbarra Women’s Centre since it was introduced in the early 2000’s. The Lino tile is carved by the artist at Bábbarra Designs. It is printed on fabric by hand using a variety of colours and layers. Read more…
Seashell Design This fabric was created using the linocut fabric printing technique which has been refined at Bábbarra Women’s Centre since it was introduced in the early 2000’s. The Lino tile is carved by the artist at Bábbarra Designs. It is printed on fabric by hand using a variety of colours and layers. Read more…