Ngirramanujuwal is one who adds colour.
We are home to the world’s largest collection of artworks by Walmajarri man Jimmy Pike, as well as photographs and audio that document his life and work.
This collection forms the basis of Ngirramanujuwal: The Art and Country of Jimmy Pike, a new book and display that immerses viewers in Jimmy’s colourful depictions of Walmajarri Country.
We invite you to journey through the Great Sandy Desert, experiencing the Walmajarri seasons – makurra, parranga, yitilal and jutalkarra – as revealed through Jimmy’s art and intimate relationship with Country.
- Learn more about Jimmy Pike
- Buy Ngirramanujuwal: The Art and Country of Jimmy Pike from the AIATSIS shop
We acknowledge and extend our deepest respect to the legacy of Jimmy Pike and to Walmajarri Country and community.
We recognise the spirit beings of Walmajarri Country, including Kalpurtu, Mangkaja, Murrungkurr, Rayi, Luurn, Kurntumaru, Parnaparnti, Pitingkaji and Wurta, whose stories inspired Jimmy’s art and this display.
We would like to acknowledge and thank Pat Lowe, Terry Murray and Peter Murray for their generous support through the development of this publication and display.
This event has now concluded.
Reading Room display of Jimmy Pike works on show until 30 June 2022.