Flying Ant Dreaming Earrings
Maria Nampijinpa Brown
5cm Diameter

Artist name: Maria Nampijinpa Brown
Community: Yuendumu
Materials: Acrylic on light wood
Diameter: 5cm
Year: 2026

These striking hand-painted earrings feature Flying Ant Dreaming, an important and recurring story in the work of Maria Nampijinipa Brown, a celebrated artist from Yuendumu in the Northern Territory.

Painted on a 5cm circular form, the design reflects the rhythmic movement and ceremonial significance of the flying ant, known for its appearance after seasonal rains. In Central Desert culture, flying ants are associated with renewal, abundance, and the cyclical connection between land, people, and food sources. Their emergence marks an important time of gathering and sharing, reinforcing knowledge passed down through generations.

Maria’s distinctive use of dot work and colour captures the energy of the Dreaming while honouring the land and ancestral stories connected to it. Each pair is individually painted, making every set unique, a wearable artwork that carries both cultural meaning and contemporary elegance.

These earrings are lightweight, bold, and deeply meaningful, designed to be worn, treasured, and celebrated.

By purchasing these earrings, you are supporting Indigenous artists and helping keep ancient stories alive through contemporary art.

All art pieces are accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.