Angkuna Kulyuru facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Angkuna Kulyuru
|
|
|---|---|
| Born | 1943 (age 81–82) Wamitjara, near Yunyarinyi, South Australia
|
| Nationality | Australian |
| Occupation |
|
| Years active | 1980s–present |
| Organization | Ernabella Arts |
| Style | Batik, lithographs |
| Spouse(s) | Graham Kulyuru |
Angkuna Kulyuru, born in 1943, is a talented Aboriginal Australian artist. She is famous for her beautiful batik and printmaking artworks. Angkuna also creates woven pieces, baskets, and carved wooden sculptures called puṉu. Her batik designs are known for their flowing, abstract style, which is special to Ernabella Arts. While her designs don't have specific meanings, they are inspired by nature.
Contents
Early Life and Artistic Journey
Angkuna Kulyuru was born in 1943 in a place called Wamitjara. This area is close to Yunyarinyi in the far north of South Australia. Her family belongs to the Pitjantjatjara people. They lived a traditional life in the bush. Soon after Angkuna was born, her family settled in Ernabella.
Starting Her Art Career
When Angkuna grew up, she first worked at the local school. Later, she began working at the community's craft centre. In the 1970s, she started learning how to make batik. Batik is a method of dyeing fabric using wax to create patterns. Angkuna quickly became one of the most active and well-known batik artists at Ernabella Arts.
Family of Artists
Angkuna Kulyuru has nine children. Five of her daughters have also become artists. These talented daughters are Unurupa (born 1962), Amanda (1964), Karen (1969), Daisybell (1972), and Tjulyata (1978).
Exhibitions and Collections
Angkuna Kulyuru's artworks have been shown in many art exhibitions. These shows have taken place since the 1980s. Her art is admired by many people.
Notable Achievements
In 1987, one of her early batik works was chosen as a finalist. This was for the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Award. This important artwork was later bought by the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory.
Where to See Her Art
You can find examples of Angkuna Kulyuru's work in several major art collections. These include the National Gallery of Victoria and the National Gallery of Australia. Her art is also held at the National Museum of Australia. The British Museum in London even has one of her woven pieces. It is a jug made from palm leaves.
Further Reading
- Angkuna Kulyuru at Prints and Printmaking
See also
In Spanish: Angkuna Kulyuru para niños
