Eunice Nungarrayi Woods

Eunice has been heavily influenced by her mother, the famous Australian Indigenous Artist Pauline Nakamarra Woods* and her auntie, the legendary personality Eunice Napangardi*.

Eunice draws inspiration from her rich cultural heritage and the breathtaking landscapes surrounding her country.

This deep connection to the land informs her artistic practice, allowing her to translate the stories and spirit of her community into vibrant, eye-catching art pieces. Eunice immerses herself in painting, creating works that burst with colour and life.

Eunice’s artistry is characterized by her use of bright hues and striking metallics, which add a unique dimension to her pieces. She skilfully blends traditional techniques with contemporary styles, creating artworks that resonate with both cultural significance and modern aesthetics.

Each piece of art tells a story, reflecting her experiences

Eunice has been heavily influenced by her mother, the famous Australian Indigenous Artist Pauline Nakamarra Woods* and her auntie, the legendary personality Eunice Napangardi*.

Eunice draws inspiration from her rich cultural heritage and the breathtaking landscapes surrounding her country.

This deep connection to the land informs her artistic practice, allowing her to translate the stories and spirit of her community into vibrant, eye-catching art pieces. Eunice immerses herself in painting, creating works that burst with colour and life.

Eunice’s artistry is characterized by her use of bright hues and striking metallics, which add a unique dimension to her pieces. She skilfully blends traditional techniques with contemporary styles, creating artworks that resonate with both cultural significance and modern aesthetics.

Each piece of art tells a story, reflecting her experiences and the beauty of her land.

Pauline*, her mother, won the 1988 Prize for the National Aboriginal and Torres Straits Islander Art Award for her acrylic “Yarla Dreaming”. She was the first woman to win the Prize. In 1993 her work “Wild Onion Dreaming” was used on an the Australian 45c Postage Stamp. She was the first Indigenous Australian Woman to have her work recognized in this manner.

Eunice*, her auntie, was one of the first indigenous women who began painting and selling works independently of the male dominated art culture. Her love of colour and surety of design saw her quickly become a leader in the emerging women’s painting movement of the 1990s. Her work has been chosen to represent Australia internationally and a large piece is on permanent display at Alice Springs airport.