Jeannie Petyarre
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| Description: | Born:c.1956
Country:Atnangkere- Utopia
Skin:Petyarre
Language group: Anmatyerre
Born in Utopia around 1956, Jeannie Petyarre comes from a family of talented artists including her aunt, Emily Kame Kngwarreye, her brother Greeny Purvis Petyarre, and her sisters including Gloria, Kathleen & Violet Petyarre.
Many of her works depict leaves of a special plant that are used for medical purposes. Women go to different places around her country, Utopia, to collect such leaves. Once selected the leaves are boiled to extract resin and Kangaroo fat is mixed through, creating a paste that can be stored in the bush for extended periods. The medicine is used to heal cuts, bites, burns, rashes and also acts as an insect repellant.
Her main dreamings include Bush leaves, Bush Medicine, Bush Peanut, Mountain Devil Lizard and Yam Seed which she paints in rich, vibrant colours. |
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