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Join us for a Lunchtime Art Bite this Thursday 15 October as we discuss Gulumbu Yunupiŋu’s dramatic art work Gurrurru, which graces the artium of the Hedley Bull Building, Coral Bell School of Asia Pacific Affairs.

Gulumbu Yunupiŋu (1943-2012) was a highly respected Yolŋu elder of the Gumatj clan who lived and worked Yirrkala, Northeast Arnhem Land. Gurrurru was commissioned for the Hedley Bull building, Coral Bell School of Asia Pacific Affairs in 2008. Gurrurru, the Yolŋu word for ‘sail’, represents a longstanding dialogue that occurred over several hundred years between the Yolŋu people and Macassan sailors who travelled to the Northern Territory coast to harvest trepang (sea cucumber). Gulumbu Yunupiŋu was an accomplished artist, whose work included bark, larrakitj, weaving and shell jewellery. She was also an acknowledged traditional healer and linguist, establishing the Dilthan Yolngunha Healing centre, and contributed to the translation of the Bible into Gumatj.

Have you ever wondered about art works in your building? Or sculptures on your walk through campus? The ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃis peppered with remarkable and nationally significant artworks managed by the ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃArt Collection. Lunchtime Art Bites are held fortnightly during semesters, facilitated by Drill Hall Gallery staff and co-hosted by artists, academics, and students. Expect a short informative introduction on the artworks followed by questions and an open conversation. Get to know your campus, learn to talk about art, build your cultural community, join the conversation.