JILLIAN STOCKMAN NUNGURRAYI

Jillian Stockman Nungurrayi (c.1940) is an Aboriginal artist from Mt Wedge, located in the Central Desert region of Australia. She is a member of the Anmatjera community and the daughter of Billy Stockman Tjapaltjarri, a prominent figure in the Papunya art movement and widely regarded as one of the pioneers of contemporary Aboriginal art. Jillian carries forward this artistic legacy, establishing herself as a significant figure in Aboriginal culture.

Her work is deeply rooted in the sacred stories and symbols of her people, particularly the Dreaming of the Rainbow Serpent, a central figure in Aboriginal spirituality and the vegetation of the Australian bush. Jillian employs the traditional dot-painting technique, a hallmark of contemporary Aboriginal art, to create vibrant and intricate compositions. This method allows her not only to depict ancestral stories but also to convey a cosmic and boundless vision of the interconnectedness between the land, spirituality and the universe.
Her large-scale paintings are distinguished by their ability to transcend the visual space, inviting viewers into a contemplative experience of the infinite and the sacred. Through her unique style and heritage, Jillian Stockman Nungurrayi holds a vital place in Aboriginal art, honoring tradition while infusing it with her own artistic sensibility.