Kukula McDonald

b. 1986, Papunya, Northern Territory

Kukala Linda McDonald was born in Papunya in 1986, and moved to Alice Springs when was 7 years old.  She visits the community regularly, where she spends much of her time watching the celebrated Pintupi artists at work. 

Kukala is currently studying at Yararra College in Alice Springs, whilst also attending Bindi two days a week, so that she might practice her art.   Similar to many of the Pintupi artists of Kintore and Kiwirrkura, Kukala has an interest in geometric design.  She also has a fascination with the black cockatoo that is native to the Central Australian region, and frequently paints these creatures, building up fine and detailed texture within the work.

Her work has been included in the exhibition Bindi: The Bush and Beyond which was held in Alice Springs earlier this year.

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