GIRRINGUN ART CENTRE – Philip Denham | ‘Bagu’ | Milky Pine / OchrePhilip Denham is a Girramay man. He is based in the Murray Upper region, North West of Cardwell, Queensland. Philip creates work that reflects his cultural ties to country. He is known for his exquisite, earthy toned Bigin shields, Bagu sculptures, Birrbu birrbu cross boomerangs and paintings. Philips paintings, featuring weather patterns, landscapes and animals are bold and compelling. Philip is an outstanding creator of traditional tools, with

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He worked as a drover for no wages

Frequently red ochre called Nguyinen is applied as decoration

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“I’m very proud this wonderful book has been written designed illustrated and printed in Queensland – a totally local production

Rukuthi is our Father's Country

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Both my parents were born in the bush

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