James Gaykamangu

James Gaykamangu is a Yolngu artist from the Northern Territory. He paints using a traditional brush made from strands of hair bound to a small twig. Alongside his art practice, he is a qualified teacher and interpreter fluent in seventeen Aboriginal languages as well as English. Deeply committed to cultural education, he teaches young people hunting skills and traditional values. Outside of work, he enjoys painting and watching cricket. He met his wife, Peggy Anderson, while they were both studying at college.