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Judy Watson Judy Watson i(A129259 works by)
Born: Established: 1959 Mundubbera, Gayndah - Mundubbera area, Biggenden - Gayndah - Monto area, Central West Queensland, Queensland, ;
Gender: Female
Heritage: Aboriginal ; Aboriginal Waanyi
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1 y separately published work icon Women of Brisbane Judy Watson , Louise Martin-Chew (editor), Capalaba : Art House , 2023 27503850 2023 anthology biography autobiography prose

'women of brisbane is a book that has been produced to thank the community who contributed their stories, memories and writing to the public art project bandarra-gan chinda: strong woman track/track of strong women (2019). It is the hope of Judy Watson and her team that the information about the man women of brisbane acknowledged in this book, and the heritage of Hamilton Reach, is disseminated far and wide to allow people to understand the layers of hsitory underneath this place.'

Source: Introduction (capitals as in original).
4 y separately published work icon When You're Older Sofie Laguna , Judy Watson (illustrator), Crows Nest : Allen and Unwin , 2022 23585797 2022 single work picture book children's

'Beautiful, warm and evocative, this stunning picture book reveals an older brother's hopes for the amazing experiences he will share with his new baby brother - when he's older. A triumph of illustration and storytelling.

'Baby brother, I can't wait until you're older.
Just imagine the adventures that lie ahead...

'An exquisitely illustrated and deeply joyful celebration of the bond between brothers. Join them as they explore the far reaches of this wild and amazing world, side by side every step of the way. From two highly acclaimed and award-winning creators.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Judy Watson Bandarra-gan Chidna : Strong Woman Track/​Track of Strong Women 2019 Judy Watson , West End : CreativeMove , 2019 19291460 2019 anthology prose

'This book offers an extended background to the development of bandarra-gan chidna: strong woman track / track of strong women, a public art project developed by artist Judy Watson for the Kingsford Smith Drive Riverwalk project.'

Source: Introduction.
1 y separately published work icon I Open the Door... Ann James , Gregg Dreise , Judy Watson , Broadway : Indigenous Literacy Foundation , 2017 11666350 2017 selected work prose Indigenous story

'I Open the Door... contains nine interconnected stories, all of which begin and end with opening a door. The young author/illustrators at the 2016 Spinifex Writing Camp were encouraged to let their imaginations run wild, and the result is a book that will simply take your breath away. Prepare to be intrigued, surprised, fearful and delighted as you turn the pages to follow the adventures of what happens when a door is opened. 

'The Indigenous Literacy Foundation's motto of 'Reading Opens Doors' became the inspiration for the stories that were written at the 2016 Spinifex Writing Camp held once again at Tjuntjuntjara, this year with mentors Ann James, Gregg Dreise and Judy Watson. ' (Publication summary)
 
1 1 y separately published work icon Water Dragon Judy Watson , 2016 2016 9726882 2016 single work art work

Water Dragon was painted by Brisbane Indigenous artist Judy Watson. Featured as part of the Maiwar exhibition, a Brisbane City Council initiative at the Museum of Brisbane during Black History month. It was inspired by Watson's person experience during the 2011 floods in Brisbane.
1 1 y separately published work icon Blood Language Judy Watson , Louise Martin-Chew , Carlton : Melbourne University Press , 2009 Z1647328 2009 selected work prose 'Lavishly illustrated, this invaluable study examines the scope and depth of the work of leading contemporary Australian artist Judy Watson. Exploring the plight of the dispossessed, indigenous Australians with whom she shares a family history and heritage, Watsons's works are divided into the seven defining elements within her artistic themes. Each section serves as an extended picture-essay featuring commentary from the artist about her work and travels, as well as objective perspectives by art critics.' Source: http://www.angusrobertson.com.au/(Sighted 16/11/09)
1 y separately published work icon A Preponderance of Aboriginal Blood Judy Watson , 2005 Brisbane : Judy Watson , 2005 18569460 2005 single work art work

'Commissioned by State Library of Queensland for an exhibition held at CQgallery 1 Sept.-8 Oct. 2005 to celebrate the centenary of women's suffrage and the fortieth anniversary of Indigenous peoples gaining the right to vote in Queensland.' (Trove)
1 y separately published work icon Maria Lock - A Remarkable Woman Judy Watson , Sydney : Western Sydney Libraries , 1994 8909996 1994 website biography

A Lock family legend used to recall:

'Robert Lock was a member of Governor King's household guard who married an Aboriginal lubra who worked in the Governor's kitchen. On marrying, the couple received a grant of land from the Governor as a wedding present.' (Abstract)
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