Amwekety (Bush Plum), 2000 by Gracie Morton, 91x36cm Cat 4865GM

Gracie Pwerle Morton's "Amwekety (Bush Plum), 2000" celebrates the bush plum, a small fruit with black seeds rich in vitamin C. Eaten raw or cooked into bush damper, this fruit signifies the vibrant transformation of the desert into shades of purple during spring and summer. Other vital bush foods include the bush tomato, a purple fruit with a yellow center.

As a senior traditional custodian of the Bush Plum Dreaming, Morton's work reflects her deep connection to her heritage and traditional country, Mosquito Bore, located 263 kilometers north of Alice Springs in Utopia.

Gracie Morton Pwerle belongs to the Alyawarre language group from Utopia, southeast of Alice Springs. Her surname appears in various spellings (Pwerle, Pwerl, Purle, or Ngale) due to different linguistic interpretations.

Curator's Note: The progression of colours in Morton's painting is showcased in detail. The first image highlights a close-up of the painting, with the complete artwork and another close-up view accessible by pressing the arrows. Morton's work offers a profound visual narrative of her cultural heritage and the natural beauty of her homeland.