Evonne Munuyngu
Evonne Munuyngu
Shield
77x 63cm, Kurrajong bark and natural dyes, 2024
In Yolngu culture, shields were used as modesty shields for women, normally worn around the shoulders or around the waist.
Evonne Munuyngu was born at Mirrngatja Outstation on the Eastern edge of the Arafura Swamp, later moving to Galiwin’ku for schooling. Munuyngu was taught to weave by her mother and other family and would often collect pandanus on her way home from school to practice. Since 2003, Munuyngu’s dilly bags, woven mats, and balgurr string bags have been featured in several group exhibitons throughout Australia, cementing her position as a talented and passionate artist. Evonne collects pandanus and weaves daily alongside her sister, master weaver Mary Dhapalany, and extended family at Bula’bula Arts.