Football Stories

 Football Stories by Natasha Namatjira Carroll (Ernabella Arts) 

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Natasha is in the early stages of her artistic career. Her uncle is the internationally renowned artist Pepai Jangala Carroll (dec).

Natasha was born in Hermannsburg, NT and she went to school in Alice Springs. She often tells stories of going fishing and swimming in Hermannsburg. She moved to Ernabella as a young adult to be closer to family, and she now has a young son.

As well as developing her art practise, Natasha is an Arts Worker at Ernabella Arts, and has opportunities to travel to attend events and workshops.

Natasha’s narrative style of painting depicts community life with a quirky spin. She often paints on number plates and creates Toyota-shaped ceramic wall pieces.

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION

Coinciding with AFL Gather Round 2026, Game On celebrates the passion, energy, and culture of Australian Rules Football in all its colourful glory! This dynamic exhibition brings together First Nations artists from across the country to explore the essence of the great Aussie game.

From the roar of the crowd to the thrill of a last-minute goal, each artwork captures the movement, emotion, and deep community connection that make footy more than just a sport. Representing a variety of teams, players, and iconic moments, Game On pays tribute to the shared traditions and rivalries that define Australian Rules Football.

Dimensions: 370 x 130
Material: acrylic on decommissioned license plate
Catalogue Number: 76-26

Due to the handmade nature of the products dimensions may vary on individual pieces.

Purchases from our shops directly support individual artists as well as our unique exhibition and training programs.

Handmade in Australia. 

THIS PIECE IS ON DISPLAY AS PART OF THE 'GAME ON' EXHIBITION.

THE EXHIBITION RUNS UNTIL JUNE 21st 2026. ANY SOLD WORK WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR COLLECTION OR DELIVERY IN EARLY JULY 2026.