About

Est 2019 Wilay Designs, is a creative partnership between Jazz and Kristal- who are two Ngunawal sisters and artists.

Jazz residing in the ACT on Ngunawal Country and Kristal residing in SA on Ngarrindjeri Country.

Wilay Designs art is inspired by their Ngunawal culture and the stories passed down by their family. Their art is not only a reflection of their own identity and perspective, but also a way to start positive conversations about culture, educate others, and promote understanding by sharing knowledge.

Wilay which means possum in their Ngunawal language is a fitting name as they started this journey in loving memory of their brother, LJ who passed away from Mitochondrial disease. LJ would often be called "my little possum" by his family. This is why a % of all art sales gets donated to the Mito Foundation. This foundation supports people affected by Mito, funds essential research and awareness about the disease.

The meaning of Ngunawal is "We the people, or us".
Ngunawal people lived in an area roughly bounded by the towns of Braidwood, Goulburn, Boorowaa, Harden, Gundagaii and Cooma. The ACT is included within this area.

The term Ngarrindjeri means "Belonging to men".
The Ngarrindjeri people are the traditional owners of the lower Murray River, western Fleurieu Peninsula, and the Coorong.

All art is original and is protected under the Australian Copyright Act 1968.