Kulaps (Gorr) Child

Kulaps (Gorr) ChildA design by William Savage. The kulaps are woven from rope and made with seeds from Matchbox Bean (Burny Bean) tree (the tree produces the worlds largest legume). The kulaps are used as a musical instrument (rattle or shaker) in the Torres Strait during traditional Island dancing. Adults use the large size and the small is for children. Dimensions approx.: 13. 5cm x 11. 5cm (H x W)

2021 Acrylic seed beads

My Country of the Norgin is the culmination of several years of work by Shenane

lying in wait (ambush) for a victim and cling on with suction at its rear end

This vessel was used by my ancestors to carry the baby in

We feel this is the most important work we do

Cecelia Slade 'Sea Shells 4' 2023

from the Dugal-barra and Wari-barra family groups

skills and strength of Torres Strait Islanders and will be a valuable resource for students

The art of the esteemed Kel Williams is stunning and UMI Arts are proud to have Kel as one of the Senior inaugural artists in the first UMI Arts Corporate Gift Register

when the swamp starts to dry out

Diin yuunymen ngalu

it is also the transition from rainforest too mangrove creating the habitat and perfect environment for these juvenile Barramundi to grow healthy and strong before moving into the salt water Estuary and costal out crops a harmonious design from our creator Jesus