Noŋgirrŋa Marawili is one of the most distinctive Aboriginal artists
working today. From her home in Yirrkala, Marawili has revolutionized
the art of northeastern Arnhem Land while adhering to cultural
protocols. In her prints, drawings and paintings - on paper, board,
bark, larakitj, and aluminium - Marawili captures the landscape,
radically transformed and reimagined in a very personal artistic vision.
Her interest is in the atmospheric effects created as country is brought
to life through the movement of wind, water, or unseen forces. She is
not simply documenting sites of importance, she is capturing the
dynamism of a living landscape, as she connects with the sentience of
country.
Noŋgirrŋa Marawili: From My Heart and Mind presents the span of
Marawili's career and offers an insight into her unique approach.
Through stunning images, insightful essays, and an interview with the
artist, this book highlights the strength of Marawili's practice and her
important contribution to the art of Australia.