Bush Seeds and Rockholes 2000 by Abie Kemarre Loy 198x122cm
Abie Kemarre Loy's "Bush Seeds and Rockholes 2000" is a captivating work of art that embodies dynamic movement and energy. This piece invites viewers to journey across the canvas, mirroring the traditional practice of collecting bush seeds scattered around rockholes. Born in 1972, Abie Kemarre Loy is a distinguished artist from the Eastern Anmatyerre language group, with her roots in Iylenty, or Mosquito Bore, in Utopia, southeast of Alice Springs. Abie hails from a lineage of acclaimed Utopia artists, including her grandmother Gloria Petyarre, aunt Ada Bird Petyarre, and the legendary Emily Kngwarreye. Her early exposure to their teachings honed her ability to create intricate dot paintings, where delicate patterns form a vibrant, moving surface that accentuates the structural elements of her work.
Abie's artistry has garnered international recognition, with her works being held in major collections worldwide and exhibited extensively across Australia and beyond. This piece is a testament to her skill in blending traditional storytelling with a modern artistic flair, making "Bush Seeds and Rockholes 2000" a valuable piece to collect.