Mangkaja Arts

Paynjarra Jumu (soakwater) “This one Paynjarra jumu (soakwater) good country this one, desert country, long way out. Yarun (bloodwood) them trees, This is desert country. We get bush tucker in this country.

MY FATHER COUNTRY This is a big waterhole. Rain runs into the waterhole. This is good water. My people and my family lives in the desert for many years when rain season comes the waterholes use to be full by rain.

BILLABONG COUNTRY The roots of the lily pad can be roasted and eaten. They are found in billabongs and springs and have a beautiful flower.

Kimberley Country