About the Project

This page was started by a U.S. expat living and working in Papua New Guinea (PNG). Bea Amaya is a manager at a trucking and logistics company, Trans Wonderland Limited, locally owned and operated within PNG.

"In getting to know my home city, Port Moresby, I notice a large number of 'street artists' with their works for sale throughout the capital. I began thinking how wonderful it would be if some of this beautiful artwork made its way back to the U.S. and to other places around the world. Neither and artist nor an art aficionado, I am merely someone who enjoys beautiful things. As the project grows, perhaps, together, we will find a way for these artists to be recognised and rewarded for their work. I can't wait to see what happens next."

Monday, June 20, 2011

Mother and Child

This is just one of those images that makes you smile when you look at it. Chris Kauage's style is highly recognised around the country. His brown-bodied characters with exaggerated elements (like the toes) have been spotted around PNG and most often depict the happy, smiling faces of family members. The baby's and doll's hair details lend interest; the colourful noses and almond-shaped eyes are consistent elements; armbands, beads, headgear, and even the abstract background work together to make this piece a wonderful work of art.
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