Tali (Sandhill Country), 2000 by Susan Gibson Napaltjarri, 76x76cm

Tali (Sandhill Country), 2000 by Susan Gibson Napaltjarri captures the essence of the desert landscape through a vivid portrayal of Ancestral women at work. In this painting, the U shapes symbolise the women as they gather and construct windbreaks, essential for survival in the arid environment. The surrounding landscape is brought to life with elongated U shapes representing puli (rock formations) and undulating horizontal lines depicting the vast sand dunes, known as tali.

Susan’s work not only showcases the physical landscape but also conveys the deep cultural significance of the land, reflecting her intimate connection to her heritage and the enduring traditions of the Pintupi people.