Artwork
Read the Gumbaynggirr artwork stories
Daniel Dootson
Daniel is a Gumbayggirr man from Corindi Beach. Daniel has a very strong connection to land and culture and is of the family who founded the Garby Elders.
Daniel’s artwork is about connecting with culture and Country, finding his artwork to also be therapeutic and relaxing in the practice.
Deborah Taylor
Deborah, or Debbie, is a local to the Clarence Valley, born in Grafton. Debbie is of Gumbaynggirr and Bundjalung descent through her father and mother.
Being a part of the northern end of the Gumbaynggirr Nation, Debbie has affiliations to the Country around this land. Debbie participates in community events and has been involved in committees with an artistic and cultural theme.
Reece Flanders
Reece is a descendant of Gumbaynggirr and Bundjalung people with strong ties to the Yaegl people as well.
While Reece’s great grandfather was born on Ulgundahi Island on Yaegl country, Reece grew up and lives in Coffs Harbour.
Learning culture from Elders, Reece draws inspiration for his art from stories, Country and nature.