Natalie Puantulura

Mother’s Country: Pirlangimpi, Melville Island
Father’s Country: Port Hurd, Bathurst Island
Dance Yirrikipayi: (Crocodile)
Worked at: Munupi Arts & Crafts Association

Natalie was taught to paint by her grandfather, Declan Apuatimi (Senior), who was the husband of the late renowned Tiwi artist Jean Baptiste. As Jean’s grandaughter, Natalie was also taught about Tiwi culture and painting by her grandmother.