Artist Statement

This piece shows the interconnected nature of the artist’s families and communities.

About the Artist

Kayannie Denigan is a Luritja Artist based in Canberra.
She grew up in the remote Cape York community of Hope Vale and has strong connections the community and its peoples.

She is recognised as part of the Bagarrmuguwarra and Kuku Yalanji nations and as a Traditional Owner of that country.
Kayannie’s works predominantly in acrylic on canvas and her painting style was passed down to her from her grandmothers and utilises the iconic dots of Central Desert art.