Amanda Jane Gabori

I was born in the township of Gununa on Mornington Island at the old hospital which is now the Council Office. I am one of 10 children. I went to school here on Mornington island and then went to Atherton State School to complete years 11 & 12. I have 4 children and 2 grandchildren. I started painting when I was just sitting at home and wanted to go up and join my Mum painting as she was really enjoying it. I paint my Country on Bentinck Island and Dibirdibi which is my language name and totem given to me by my Father. Dibirdibi is the small river rock cod. I like to paint the scales that cover his body. I also paint our Country a lot – like my Mum, Sally Gabori, I love our Country!