Kunmanara Stewart facts for kids
Kunmanara "Nellie" Stewart (around 1938–2012) was an important Australian artist. She was a senior Pitjantjatjara woman. Nellie started painting when she was older. Her art often told stories about the Minyma Kutjara Tjukurpa. This is a special Dreaming story about two women creating the land.
About Nellie Stewart's Art
Nellie Stewart's paintings shared important cultural stories. She focused on the Minyma Kutjara Tjukurpa. This is a traditional creation story from her people. It tells how two women traveled the land. They shaped the landscape and taught important lessons. Nellie's art helped keep these ancient stories alive.
Where to See Her Art
Nellie Stewart's artworks are held in many important places. You can find her paintings in major art galleries. These galleries help share her unique art with many people.
Her works are part of these collections:
- Queensland Art Gallery (including Punu wara and Minyma Kutjara)
- Artbank (with two works titled Minyma Kutjara)
- Maroondah Federation Estate Gallery
- National Gallery of Victoria (featuring Minyma Kutjara (Many women) and Minyma Kutjara (Two Sisters))
- Corrigan Collection
Exhibitions and Recognition
Nellie Stewart's art has been shown in many exhibitions. These shows helped people around the world see her talent. Her work was displayed in both Australia and other countries.
Some places where her art was exhibited include:
- Hazelhurst Regional Gallery and Arts Centre (as part of a group show)
- National Art Museum of China
- University of Queensland Anthropology Museum
In 2010, Nellie Stewart was recognized for her amazing work. She was a finalist for the Western Australian Indigenous Art Award. This award celebrates the best Indigenous artists. It showed how important her contributions were to Australian art.
