Artists

Jennifer Mintaya Connelly

Jennifer Mintaya Connelly

<p><strong>Jennifer<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Mintaya Connelly Ward (b. 1964)</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p><p>Jennifer was born at Mulga Park cattle station in the Northern Territory where her parents were working. She has travelled extensively throughout both the APY and Ngaanyatjarra Lands of South and Western Australia. The Kungkarangkalpa tjukurrpa (Seven Sister creation story) is a strong theme in Jennifer's work, captured through her fluid and colourful painting application. Jennifer also works at NG (Ngaanyatjarra) Media as a skilled camera person and editor. She has exceptional bush skills creating tartu (gum nut) jewellery, punu (wood) carving and tjanpi (grass) weaving.</p><p> </p>

Artworks by Jennifer

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