Nancy Carnegie

Nancy Carnegie is minyma Yarnangu, a senior Aboriginal woman from the Central and Western Desert area of Australia. Her skills have been passed on through the Tjukurpa, the Law and way of life governing her country.

As well as carving with Maruku Arts, Nancy has worked with Kayili Artists in Patjarr, Warakurna Artists and Tjanpi Desert Weavers.

She is currently the chairperson for Patjarr community and represents Patjarr’s interests as a director with Warakurna Artists.