APMA Creations - Collectable Koala "The Oala"

Description

• 29cm height (sitting position)
• 100% Polyester with Wooden Tag
• Features original art by renowned artist Merryn Apma
• Artist’s story included with the product
• Royalties paid to the artist

Each collectable Koala is a unique piece of art crafted using traditional techniques. The fabric designs feature works licensed from Aboriginal artists who are paid royalties from the sale of each product.  Made in Indonesia with the permission of the artist.  Wooden tags made in Australia.

**This is a collectable souvenir, not a toy.  It contains small parts that may be a choking hazard. Not suitable for small children or pets. 

Merryn is from the Western Arrernte people Alice Springs. She is from the stolen generation and reconnected with her family 35 years ago. Merryn has worked in Aboriginal affairs for over 30 years at grass roots level and in government, advocating for her people. A business owner on the Sunshine Coast QLD, she is the recipient of the Centenary medal for her services to Aboriginal community in Victoria and won the “Women Means Business biennial award in 2009. A recognised artist with art hanging all over the world, Merryn paints her journey and captures the memory of the beautiful country that runs through her veins. Honouring her countrymen and painting the strong women as well as the colours of the desert, flowers, waterholes and her people sitting on country.