Man and two snakes, by Curtis Taylor

Artwork

Traditional story

Curtis Taylor is an internationally recognised Martu artist who comfortably walks in two worlds. Using a diverse range of media, from painting to animated films, he interprets his culture and life in a contemporary world. He is respected by his elders who foster his talents. In this sculpture he interprets a well-known tale. Curtis has carved the Jurrkurpa story of the man and two snakes into this old, hollow tree trunk, scorched the exterior and painted parts of it with traditional ochres.

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Martumili Artists

Art of the Eastern Pilbara

Martumili is the home of western desert artists – a vibrant hub for Martu artists from six remote desert communities scattered across the Western, Great Sandy, Sandy and Gibson deserts. These artists...

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East Pilbara Arts Centre
Newman Drive
Newman WA 6753
Australia

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(08) 9175 1020

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martumili@eastpilbara.wa.gov.au

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Mon to Fri 10am - 4pm; Sat 10am - 2pm; December to January closed

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