PROFILE

I was born in Kununurra and lived here all my life except for some schooling in Broome in Years 8 & 9. I have worked at St Joseph's School as a teacher's aid and at Mirima Language centre as a secretary. I also worked at the Women's Centre and I have been their chairperson. At Waringarri Arts I started as the artist support worker, helping all the old people. I started painting after coming here for a while and helping the old people mix paints.  I completed the ANKA Arts-worker Extension program in 2012 and have learnt many industry skills.  I have worked at the art centre as the Administration and Gallery Assistant and now I am the Dawang Projects Co-ordinator which means I am learning how to curate and conserve artworks. Currently I am the Chair of the Waringarri Aboriginal Arts Board and Vice-Chair of ANKA. I paint and make textiles as often as I can. I have 5 children and 11 grand children. I follow in the footsteps of my elders and learn about Country, culture and art from the old people.

Awards
2016 Certificate of Commendation, Kimberley Art Prize, Shire of Derby WA

Collections

ZHONGFU GROUP COLLECTION

ALLENS COLLECTION