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Ann Nyankulya Cleary-Farell

Ann Nyankulya Cleary-Farell

Ann Nyankulya Cleary-Farell

Ann Cleary-Farrall, an artist from the Ngaanyatjarra language and cultural group, resides in the remote community of Irruntyju (Wingellina), Western Australia. Having spent her early years moving between Irruntyju and Warburton, Ann settled in Alice Springs in 1974, where she continues to live and create.

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Ann Nyankulya Cleary-Farell

Ann Cleary-Farrall, an artist from the Ngaanyatjarra language and cultural group, resides in the remote community of Irruntyju (Wingellina), Western Australia. Having spent her early years moving between Irruntyju and Warburton, Ann settled in Alice Springs in 1974, where she continues to live and create.


Ann is not only a painter but also an adept weaver, passing down her skills in both crafts to her four daughters. Her influence is palpable in the style and technique seen in their artistic works. In her weaving, Ann primarily uses grasses and creek roots sourced locally around Alice Springs, which she dyes herself. Her deep knowledge of these materials allows her to innovate with colours and techniques, drawing inspiration from the Yolngu women of the Northern Territory. Her works are not only beautiful and unique but also represent a significant shift in the direction of Tjanpi Desert Weavers, making her pieces highly collectable.


In recent times, Ann has been concentrating on creating realistic sculptural depictions of local birdlife. She meticulously captures the subtle distinctions between males and females, crafting mating pairs of various species including cockatoos, galahs, ringneck parrots, hawks, eagles, and spinifex doves. These sculptures are a testament to her observational skills and her ability to translate intricate details into her artworks, further establishing her reputation as a talented and innovative artist.

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