Artwork Story: Ngarlaa (saltwater turtles) are beautiful creatures enhanced by their huge shells. The background colours of the design depicts the swirling movement of ocean water and sand and the image of the turtle is in bold black to show their power. When I painted this design I am reminded of my dad Albert Taylor and his steadiness and strength as a Gumbaynggirr man and father.

Artists Profile: Debby Taylor

I was born and raised in Grafton. I spent my early years around Grafton and at the beach at Red Rock in northern NSW. The images and colours of this time influence my artwork today. I am a descendent of the Gumbaynggirr Tribe and I am influenced by the legends of my people, especially my father.

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Copyright information:  Original Artwork by Debby Taylor © 2009