Fierce Girls
NAIDOC – Yukultji Napangati: the girl who made her world shimmer
Jun 29, 2022
Yukultji Napangati, a girl who grew up with no contact with the outside world, learned how to live on Country. She was a great hunter and discovered her talent for painting when she joined a new community. Her unique stroke made her work shimmer and now her paintings hang on the walls of famous people.
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- Yukultji Napangati's unique painting style, characterized by dots and waves in shades of gold, brought her global recognition and led to exhibitions and famous buyers like Beyoncé and Jay-Z.
- Yukultji's journey from a nomadic life in the desert to becoming an acclaimed artist symbolizes the resilience and adaptability of Indigenous communities as they navigate cultural clashes, integrate into modern society, and preserve their traditions while embracing new opportunities.
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Yukulji Nappangati, the Girl Who Made Her World Shimmer
Yukulji Nappangati, a member of the Pintipi Mob, was born into a family that had been roaming the desert for decades. When her brothers stumbled upon two men carrying a gun, her family was discovered, leading to their integration into a community. Yukulji adapted to her new surroundings and embraced hunting feral cats to protect the native wildlife. However, her real talent emerged when she began painting in a unique style, garnering attention from art experts and leading to exhibitions and recognition on a global scale.
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