Hunter Sisters

Mbantua Gallery proudly presents our feature artists, The Hunter sisters showcasing their unique interpretation or ceremony for the native sugar bag.

These talented three sisters were involved in the Utopia Women’s Batik.Their work was represented in ‘A Picture Story’, a project initiated by CAAMA in the late 80’s.

They began painting on canvas in the late 80’s and have been involved in many group exhibitions including the Robert Holmes à Court touring exhibition of silk batiks.

From a family of artists, their mother, Molly Pwerle; and, their older brother, Sandy Hunter, are all renowned artists. All have a refined style, often their whole painting will consist of patterns of individual fine dots, reflecting their story and Arawerre country.

They also paint stories associated with Atnwengerrp and Irrweltye their mother’s country.