Delvine Petyarre
Born: 1982
Language Group: Anmatyerre
Country: Alhalkere, Utopia Region, North East of Alice Springs, Northern Territory
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Artist Story
Delvine started painting for Mbantua Gallery in November 2001 and predominantly paints the dreamtime story of the Atnwelarre (Pencil Yam). The dreamtime of the Atnwelarre was passed down to her from her father's country, Alhalkere and although this is the only Dreaming that she actually paints. Delvine also owns other Dreamtime stories belonging to Alhalkere country.
Delvine's paintings incorporate beautiful colours and brushwork inspired by her two older sisters, renowned artists Anna Price and Joy Petyarre.
Collections
Mbantua Gallery Collection, Alice Springs, NT
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