Darrell Sibosado + Darrell Jade Kyle

Darrell Sibosado is a Bard man from Lombadina situated on the Dampier Peninsula of the Kimberley coast, Western Australia.

In his practice, Darrell presents both traditional and derivative contemporary designs. The inspiration for Darrell’s work is taken from the traditional Riji designs of the Bard people. Darrell also continues the traditional practice of mother of pearl etching and shell work.

Through his printmaking and installations Darrell reflects on traditional Bard culture and is intent on reiterating that Aboriginal culture is a living, adaptive culture and undeniably commands a presence in the contemporary space. Darrell’s large scale designs are derivative of both the physical form and the stories within the riji designs and motifs handed down to himself and his brothers.