Jimmy Pike Fabrics

Jimmy Pike (1940–2002)

Jimmy Pike was a Walmajarri Aboriginal artist born east of Japingka in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. Drawing inspiration from the flora, fauna and stories of his desert home, Jimmy expressed his art through a wide range of mediums from lino printing to the vibrant use of felt-tip pens. His work transcended traditional boundaries, seamlessly bridging culture, storytelling and contemporary expression. Through collaborations with Materialised, Jimmy Pike’s artworks have been translated into repeatable textile designs, ensuring his visual language continues to connect generations. Today, his legacy lives on through the Jimmy Pike Trust, supporting and celebrating Indigenous storytelling through design.