Phyllis Nakamarra Simons b. c.1970

  • Artist (Painter)
Started painting in 1987 and was taught by her father.
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Born at Lajamanu c.1970, she lives at Lajamanu and is the daughter – and student – of Victor Simon Tjupurrurla , whose formidable influence is still evident in her art. A Warlpiri speaker, her country is Yarturlu-yarturlu – the Granites – and her Dreamings are Ngurlu, Pirlarla and Laju. She started painting in 1987.

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

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