Alhalkere | 11 Oct - 29 Nov 24
A collection of works by Utopia artist and Alhalkere woman, Bessie Purvis Petyarre, in her first solo exhibition.
Dulcie's brush strokes are designed to imitate the heart-shaped leaves of the pencil yam called Atnwelarr that break through the ground and sweep across the desert floor; indicating where to find the yams.
Anmatyerre woman Roese Pwerle paints soakages spread across her country.
Most of them are dry now but long ago had plenty of water in them and provided her people with a much needed water supply. They could be hard to find, sometimes beneath the surface, but with their intimate knowledge of the land, Roese’s people knew how and where to find them in the harsh arid conditions.
These small paintings come pre-stretched, ready to hang and wrapped in our bespoke tissue paper and boxes.
Online it's easy to overlook finer detailed pieces. Small thumbnails hide the intrinsic attraction and substance that these paintings have.
It takes a closer look to be able to give them the appreciation they deserve...
Esther's beautiful big, bold Leaves paintings feature dried medicinal leaves. These leaves are crushed, mixed with fat from kangaroos and echidnas and the resulting ointment applied topically to faces and hair so that its powerful aroma would linger and aid in the relief of colds.
Shop Dale's expertly chosen paintings for concepts behind the works and tips on what to look for when buying Aboriginal art.
Dale grew up visiting the remote region of Utopia as a child, has worked professionally with Utopia artists for more than 20 years and has curated numerous exhibitions around the globe. She brings a unique perspective and insight into artist motives, techniques and background to the design process.