Erica Muriata
Erica Muriata
Recycled Jawun
Plastic coated wire, 30 x 45 x 23 cm, 2024
Erica Muriata’s practice spans painting, ceramics and weaving. She is known for her craftmanship in creating Jawun - traditional woven baskets of the rainforest people - demonstrating an intricate knowledge of materials and techniques passed down through generations. Her mastery in weaving reflects both her personal connection to cultural traditions and her ability to adapt and innovate.
Erica Muriata s represented by Vivien Anderson Gallery (Naarm/Melbourne).
Erica Muriata is a proud Girramay woman from the Jumbun Aboriginal Community, located in the Upper Murray region, North-West of Cardwell, QLD. Erica’s work is deeply rooted in her cultural heritage, drawing on inspiration from the landscape, traditions and stories of her Ancestors. Erica’s practice spans painting, ceramics and weaving. Her art reflects a strong connection to the Girringun Aboriginal Art Centre, where she continues to honour and celebrate her community’s artistic practices.
Erica Muriata s represented by Vivien Anderson Gallery (Naarm/Melbourne).