In Memoriam – Donatus Moiwend
It is with sadness that we share the news that Donatus Moiwend, the visionary West Papuan artist, recently passed away. Donatus Stefanus Moulo Moyuend was born in Merauke around the end of World War II. He was a member of the Maklew clan, a sub-group of the Malind Anim (formerly written as Marind Anim). Moiwend was a largely self-taught artist who painted in a variety of styles. He also produced sculpture, adorned churches with his work, and even expressed his artistic vision in the landscape. He playfully signed his artwork “Donet,” noting that there was already a Monet, a Manet, and a Bonnet.
Obituary by Stuart Kirsch, Mike Cookson and Jason MacLeod