Margaret was born in Woola Downs, Northern Territory, and was schooled at Ross Park Primary in Alice Springs. She now lives in the Central Desert, and has three daughters and one son, along with three grandchildren.
There is a rich artistic tradition that runs in Margaret’s family and she is related to many well respected artists. Gloria Petyarre is her first cousin and Emily Kngwarreye her aunt. Both have achieved national and international recognition.
Her subject matter involves spinifex and body painting. This painting depicts flowing spinifex grass as it is blown by the wind. The paintings are based on body painting designs, which are used in important women’s cerimonies. Margaret often paints using an array of colours, and her work is sought after for their great sense of movement.
