In a recent catalogue description (Alcaston Gallery), Ellaga's paintings
are described as "pure abstract works created with brilliant
saturated colours, created with a special brush technique, and confident
compositions. He combines imbalance with balance, beautiful harmony
with stark contrasts to create works of great impact and power."
After the considerable success of Ginger Riley from the Ngukurr community
on Roper River there is a new wave of artists emerging from the region.
By winning the Telstra Art Award and through a series of high profile
exhibitions, Ginger Riley set new directions for Aboriginal art through
his use of bright, bold primary colours in sweeping landscapes which
captured not only the country around Ngukurr but also the spirits
residing there.
Barney Ellaga has continued in this colourful style along with accomplished
artists Gertie Huddleston and her sister Angelina George. His work
is sought after internationally and nationally. He has held several
successful solo exhibitions and his work is represented in a number
of major Australian public and private galleries or collections.
We regularly offer paintings by Barney in the Paintings
Gallery.
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Barney
Ellaga - Artist from Ngukurr Region
