Emu Dreamingby Geraldine Nangala Gallagher

Artwork: Emu Dreaming
Artist: Geraldine Nangala Gallagher

This artwork shares the Yankirri Jukurrpa from the Ngarna region. Ngarna is an important men's ceremonial place and must of the story is kept secret from the uninitiated. Emu's survive on a diet of native vegetation found in the area, including the Yakajirri (bush currant) and mukaki (bush plum). The Jampijinpa/Jangala men and Nampijinpa/Nangala women are the custodians of this Dreaming. This painting depicts Yankirri going to the Ngarna site, leaving the water hole after having a drink of water. Ngarna is located to the south of Yuendumu.