Judy Bourke grew up in Woonona and lived in a tent while her parents built a house for their growing family. She learned practical skills and independence as a child in addition to caring for others.

Judy worked for Wollongong Council. After marrying and having children, she studied art at TAFE and university and began her arts career. She has a diverse arts practice which includes printmaking and sculpture, and has exhibited and won prizes regularly. Judy values community and has been involved in many community-based movements.

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Judy’s Photo Album

Maria B, unknown boy, Brian M, Marie U (holding baby Christine M), Judith B, Anita U – Maria Barnett’s 2nd Birthday, May 1947 – 15 Kareela Road, Woonona

Les Barnett, Joan Barnett, Judith Barnett, Maria Barnett, and man – house footings, 15 Kareela Road, Woonona

Barracks Art Studio Thirroul Sign

Barracks Art Studios Thirroul

Print – Packaging

Studio Filing

Judy with Press

Print – Infinity Pool – Section 1

Judy

Judith Barnett and Brian Murphy outside 3 Corinda Road Woonona – 1946

Keywords

Woonona – Corinda Road – WWII – House Building – Collins Creek – Tennis – School – Bush – Beach – Swimming – Wollongong Council – Wollongong Library – Dances – Surf Club – Tiffany Catering – Wollongong TAFE – University of Wollongong – Ian Gentle – Paul Higgs – Ron Lambert – Kombi Van – Austinmer Village Fair – Coalcliff Colliery Strike – Long Island University Summer School – Art Arena Gallery – Art Practice – Port Kembla – Barracks Art Studios Thirroul

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