PHILIP DENHAM - Girringun Art Centre | 'Bagu Necklace' | Milky pine Akay Koo'oila Women's Art Centre I made nature mandalas—firstly with

I made nature mandalas—firstly with the fallen flowers— later the pods saying little prayers of gratitude while noticing their details

I was young when the Europeans came in 1946 to take us away from our home and forced us to live on Mornington Island in the dormitory in the mission there

and Goanna from his father’s side

"My Mother's Country is Thundi

I have 4 sisters and 2 brothers

PHILIP DENHAM - Girringun Art Centre | 'Bagu Necklace' | Milky pine Akay Koo'oila Women's Art Centre I made nature mandalas—firstly withPhilip Denham is an artist working at the Girringun Aboriginal Art Centre, based in Cardwell, Far North Queensland. He is a language speaker and knowledge holder and works with other Traditional Owners to share what he knows. He is a creator of traditional tools and has an extensive knowledge of the environment and its resources. Philip was taught by his parents who are highly respected Elders of the area.. Established in 2008, the Girringun Art