Helen Lanyinwanga (dec)

Biography
Helen Lanyinwanga was a senior textile artist who worked with Bábbarra Designs since 2008. She depicted strong themes of stone country and sacred rock in her designs. Helen had a key role mentoring young and emerging artists at Babbarra Women’s Centre. She was the mother of Jennifer Wurrkidj and Deborah Wurrkidj as well as grandmother to Ruth Bindiedbal.
Helen was an accomplished artist in other mediums, notably basket weavings and prints on paper, for which she is represented by Maningrida Arts & Culture. Her artwork has toured the United States and been exhibited throughout Australia. Her textile art is in the collection of the National Gallery of Australia.
Fabrics for sale
Kip&Co × Bábbarra

Ngarduk Kunred Linen Apron
Helen Lanyinwanga (dec)
$69

Ngarduk Kunred Laptop Carry All
Helen Lanyinwanga (dec)
$69

Ngarduk Kunred Toiletry Bag
Helen Lanyinwanga (dec)
$69

Ngarduk Kunred Linen 6p Placemat Set
Helen Lanyinwanga (dec)
$99

Ngarduk Kunred Linen 6p Napkin Set
Helen Lanyinwanga (dec)
$69

Ngarduk Kunred Linen Tablecloth
Helen Lanyinwanga (dec)
$159

Ngarduk Kunred Upholstery Cushion
Helen Lanyinwanga (dec)
$79
Artist's designs
Past Exhibitions
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World Expo Dubai
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Australian Embassy Germany
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Museo Nacional de Antropología, Madrid (ES)
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Embassy of Australia, Paris
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The Cross Art Projects
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Nomad Art
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ANU School of Art
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Cairns Art Gallery
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Tactile Arts
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ANU School of Art
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National Museum of Australia
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