BUNDA ART | 'Australia on a String (24)' | Necklace | Mixed medium
BUNDA ART | 'Australia on a String (24)' | Necklace | Mixed medium
Bunda comes from the Yidinji word meaning "putting things together to make something. The family connection between Roy Gray (Gimuy Walaburra Yidinji Elder) and Jo-Ann Beikoff "Milba", spans 50 years, and through their multi-generational family friendship, are creating their own contemporary take on traditional art forms that have impacted Roy during his lifetime. Roy gave the name Milba to Jo-Ann Beikoff. Milba means Clever. Through their artistic partnership and reconciliation, Roy's childhood stories and history are brought to life through Milba's artistic interpretation and presentation.
“Our necklaces 'Australia on a String' are inspired by native pods and seeds from the land and bone, shell, and coral from our sea. All sustainably sourced and gathered " - Roy Gray
BUNDA ART | ‘Australia on a String (24)' | Necklace | Ethically sourced shell / bead / wood / seed / bone / coral / fish scales
All of the natural materials used in Bunda Art pieces are ethically sourced by Gimuy Walaburra Yidinji Elder and traditional owner, Roy Gray. Please note that they are fragile in nature and should be handled, worn, and stored with care.