Artist: Esther Giles Nampitjinpa

Size: 910mm x 1210mm

Medium: Acrylic on Linen

Area: Yumara North of Docker River in WA

Language: Ngaatjatjarra & Pintupi/ Luritja

Esther Giles Nampitjinpa was born around 1948 and grew up in the bush with her family. After her younger brother died, her family decided to move to the then newly established government settlement of Papunya. Esther has returned to live in her country with family members. She is known for her skill as a traditional basket weaver as well as her prominence as a painter. Esther is the sister of Tjawina Porter Nampitjinpa. Esther paints her mother and fathers dreaming, the sites of Yumara, Punkilpirri and Tjalili. These sites are important for ceremonies and as sources for water and food.