John Tjapangati Lewis b. c.1955

  • Artist (Painter)
Warlpiri artist, living in Billiluna (WA), who paints for Warlayirti Artists. His paintings, strong in design, are held in major public and private collections.
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Born at Yuendumu c.1955, he is a Warlpiri speaker, and now lives in Billiluna. A quiet man, he began painting in 1985 and is one of the younger men of the Balgo group of artists associated with Warlayirti Artists. His work often depicts Emu and Crow Dreamings from his traditional country, on the east side of Lake White and Lake Wills. His paintings show a strong sense of design and employ a lot of figurative elements, which are crafted with meticulous technique. His wife, Jane Gordon, is also a talented artist.

Writers:
Johnson, Vivien
Date written:
1994
Last updated:
2011

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