Gabriella Possum Nungurrayi
Aboriginal Artist
Born in 1967 at Mt. Allan, Gabriella Possum Nungurrayi is the eldest daughter of renowned artist Clifford Possum Tjapaltjarri. She was taught to paint by her father at a very young age and his influences are apparent in her work. Gabriella’s paintings depict stories such as Seven Sisters Dreaming, Bush Tucker and Women’s Ceremonies. Her work is bold and vivid in colour and composition. In 1983, at the age of 16, Gabriella won the prestigious Alice Springs Art Award. She is recognised as a culturally significant artist and is in many major collections including the National Gallery of Australia and Art Gallery of South Australian. She has also exhibited in the USA and throughout Europe.