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Elverina Johnson


Elverina Johnson
Born & Lives in:
Yarrabah, Australia
Painting

Elverina Johnson is a highly respected Gungganji and Gimuy Walubara Yidinji artist from Yarrabah (Far North Queensland). With over 30 years of experience in the arts industry, Johnson is a multidisciplinary artist working across painting, fashion as well as music and performing arts. Having worked with youth and Elders over the years to promote cultural respect and integrity, Elverina Johnson’s practice expresses a deep and innate understanding of Country that honours the traditions and stories belonging to her culture and ancestral homelands.