Matthew Mpetyane
Matthew Mpetyane
Born: c. 1960
Language Group: Anmatyerre
Country: Ahalpere, Utopia Region, North East of Alice Springs, Northern Territory
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Subjects: Ahakeye (Bush Plum) Dreaming, Goanna Dreaming, Bush Berry, Possums
Matthew's paintings represent the Dreamtime story of Ahakeye (Bush Plum) which is found in the desert. Matthew is the son of renowned artist, Kathleen Ngale and Motorbike Paddy who also paints the Ahakeye. Matthew's sister, Elizabeth Mpetyane is also a painter. During 2000 Matthew commenced painting for Mbantua Gallery.
Exhibitions
2002-2003
Mbantua Gallery USA exhibitions