Shorty Robertson was born at Jila, a large soakage and claypan north west of Yuendumu, Northern Territory in 1925. Shorty was a part of the Stolen Generation as he was forced from his land just after the end of World War 2 and gained freedom again around 1970. Now into his 70's, Shorty still exhibits his art which are themed with relations to specific land beliefs.
"Shorty’s paintings are fresh,vigorous and new. His use of colour to paint and interpret his dreamings of Ngapa (Water), Watiyawarnu (Acacia), Yankirri (Emu) and Pamapardu (Flying Ant) is vital, yet upholding the Warlpiri tradition."
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http://www.gadflygallery.com/artist_view.php?ArtistID=51
http://www.aboriginalartcoop.com.au/aboriginal-art/shorty-jangala-robertson/ngapa-jukurrpa-water-dreaming-puyurru.php
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