Yaritji was born in the bush at Malara Rockhole, the place of Wanambe  (Water Snake) Tjurkurpa, in the 1940's. Her father's country is Inarki and her mother's place is Anumarapiti. As a young girl she walked to Warburton mission in Western Australia where she spent some time at school. Her father got homesick for Pipalyatjara and her family moved back home.

Yaritji is now a proud member of Kalka community in South Australia, where she lives with her family. She is one of the founding Director's of Ninuku Arts Centre and has been instrumental in the success and strong governance of the centre. Yaritji is also a highly-respected Cultural woman and an active member of ceremony.

Examples of Artist's Work

Malara 2010 167 x 181cm acrylic on linen	Malara 2011122 x 91cm acrylic on linen