Pikinini Study

Pikinini StudyPikinini series is deeply personal to me and perhaps the most powerful body of work I have embarked upon. It shares the stories of the children of Papua New Guinea, drawn from both learned and lived experiences. There are a number of artworks and sketches within this series that will be released over time, each accompanied by its own story. Together, they aim to shed light on the gaze of a PNG child and the realities they navigate. As an artist, I

But as we prepare to mark half a century of so-called independence

Kapul (cuscus) is a native animal in PNG

it becomes emotion

"Solwara Meri" is the inaugural piece in a series dedicated to celebrating women from the coastal regions of Papua New Guinea

she emanates life—a beacon of vitality and beauty

gold leaf mediumm and graphite cotton duck canvas

122cm(h) x 101cm(w)

not just from the womb

the eyes are intentionally removed

The Mountain Meri series started when I went back to the rugged mountains of Papua New Guinea to learn more about myself

The pink gradient and beige tones bring warmth and gentleness into the work

this work follows a lakatoi sailing gently through deep blue surroundings