'Ngurra' by Bugai Whyoulter, 100% Silk Satin Tie - Represented by One of Twelve (m/oft003)

100% silk satin necktie with cotton padding and silk lining, featuring work by Martu artist Bugai Whyoulter

MATERIALS: 100% Silk Satin

DIMENSIONS: 24 x 17 x 11 cm

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Martumili Artists is an Aboriginal art centre representing the Martu people of the Western Desert. The Martu, including Martumili artists and their families, are the traditional custodians of vast swathes of the arid lands of central Western Australia, encompassing sections of the Great Sandy, Little Sandy and Gibson Deserts, as well as the Karlamilyi (Rudall River National Park) area. Martumili means ‘belonging to Martu’ in Martu Wangka (language), a fitting name for the art centre which is dedicated to celebrating Martu culture and Country.

Bugai Whyoulter, a Martu woman, was born at Pukayiyirna, north west of Parnpajinya (Newman) in Western Australia. Whyoulter began painting professionally in her late sixties in 2007. Today, she is considered one of Martumili’s most established artists. Known for bold compositions characterised by rhythmic lines and frenetic dotting, Whyoulter’s work is rendered in a brilliant spectrum ranging from soft pastels through to vibrant hues.

This item is available in Store at Midland Junction Arts Centre and at Mundaring Arts Centre.

Images and text courtesy of One of Twelve.