Anyupa Nelson Australian, Pitjantjatjara, b. 1968

Anyupa Nelson was born around 1968 in Pipalyatjara, and is the daughter of Angampa Martin, a renowned Irrunytju artist. Growing up in Pipalyatjara with her family, Anyupa was always surrounded by art, and enjoyed going out into the bush with her mum and dad, siblings, and aunties to catch bush tucker and spend time on Country. Today, Anyupa still enjoys going out to the bush with the ladies and her knowledge about the land and animals is remarkable.

Anyupa learned to paint from the older women in at Ninuku, including her mother, who painted stories of her Country in Western Australia. Anyupa's work is inspired by her mother's country and a determination to support her family. Through her art, she keeps her culture strong and connects herself to the land and the stories that flow through it.

Now, Anyupa lives in Pipalyatjara with her husband, grandchildren, and extended family, and across from her sister, Angela Watson. Together they spend their days in the studio, bringing both quiet calm and laughter to the art centre and the artists.