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David Dhalatnghu Gulpilil AM (1 July 1953 – 29 November 2021) was an Australian actor and dancer. He was known for his roles in the films Walkabout (1971), Storm Boy (1976), The Last Wave (1977), Crocodile Dundee (1986), Rabbit-Proof Fence, The Tracker (both 2002) and Australia (2008).
240 x 204 cm. David Gulpilil is one of Australia’s leading Aboriginal actors. Born in Arnhem Land in 1953, he grew up as a member of the Mandalpingu tribe in the area his ancestors have inhabited for thousands of years. When he was 16 he was cast in the landmark Australian film Walkabout.
Dec 5, 2021 · The late actor's family has granted permission to use his name and image. De Heer directed Gulpilil in his award-winning role in the film Charlie's Country. It ostensibly mirrored the actor's life ...
- Stan Grant
Craig Ruddy (8 August 1968 – 4 January 2022) was an Australian artist, known for winning the Archibald Prize in 2004 with his portrait of Aboriginal actor David Gulpilil.
Jul 7, 2015 · A single strand of hair attached to a stick is used to paint fine lines on canvas. (105.7 ABC Darwin: Emma Masters) Gulpilil's work contains areas filled with fine, long strokes painted so closely together they create an optical illusion. He explained he uses one strand of hair to create the effect.
- Emma Masters
Mar 26, 2004 · A portrait of Aboriginal actor David Gulpilil has won this year's Archibald prize. Sydney artist Craig Ruddy has taken out the $35,000 prize, which is now in its 83rd year.
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David Gulpilil AM (1953-2021), actor and dancer, was a Yolngu man of the Mandhalpuyngu language group and was born near Maningrida in Arnhem Land.
