Anna Mango
ARTIST BIOGRAPHY
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Anna’s family come from Finnish Lapland in the Artic Circle. Anna was always a very creative child, her mother fondly remembered how Anna started drawing at the age of 3, in chalk on the lounge room walls! She had two specific themes: cats and snowmen.
Her love of art continued thru school and then she studied all aspects of art practice at James Cook University in the late 1980’s.
Anna worked as a Graphic Designer for 5 years and then become a Freelance Artist.
Over 20 years she has become a well known and loved Artist in the Tropical North.
Annas preferred medium is acrylics, with broad brush strokes in an expressionistic style.
Anna has had Numerous Solo Art Exhibitions, overseas Solo Exhibitions (Oahu,Hawaii, USA)
Anna specialises in Art workshops for children , and adults with disabilities (intellectual and/or physical).
Anna has recently moved to the Inner West of Sydney, to further her career and establish new artistic friendships.
I have been a professional Artist (Self-employed with own business) for the past 12 years. During this time I have worked as a contract Artist with Perc Tucker Regional Galley Townsville Nth Qld
CAREER HISTORY
1999 – Present: Professional Artist
I work in all aspects of art focusing mainly on painting. I have run workshops for adults and children in various art mediums. I have held many solo exhibitions over the years here in Australia and overseas.
March 1991 – 1996: Graphic Designer
EPA Regional Office Pallarenda Townsville (previously known as Dept. of Environment & Heritage)
Key responsibilities
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Design of signage and brochures to set standards of the Govt requirements
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Liaison with Scientists, Management and businesses (Printers, Sign Companies etc)
EDUCATION & TRAINING
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1997 – 1999 James Cook University Townsville Qld Associate Diploma in Commercial Art (with High Distinctions)
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2011 Level 1 Auslan Sign Language Townsville Deaf Services Qld
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Apply First Aid Certificate (previously known as Senior First Aid) No: 65265/2012
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Blue Card (working with children)
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2011 Level 1 Traffic Controllers Course Townsville
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2012 Level 2 Traffic Controllers Course Townsville
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2011 White Card
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ARTIST'S REASON FOR PARTICIPATING
Is simple…… I love all animals, but the Orangutan needs me, you, all of us, and in my own small way I want to be part of a solution to assist in the protection and ongoing survival of this beautiful, funny, wonderful creature.
ROY
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Gentle Giant with a Curious Mind
Rescued in September 2012 by International Animal Rescue (IAR), Roy was estimated to be around 3–4 years old and already showed signs of deep habituation to humans. Likely taken from his mother at a very young age, Roy had spent much of his early life in captivity before being confiscated by the forestry department in Pontianak, West Kalimantan.
After a stint in quarantine at IAR’s rescue centre in Ketapang, Roy transitioned to baby school, where he quickly became one of the biggest and most playful members of his group. Known for his good nature and laid-back confidence, he could often be seen wrestling with Cemong or Pedro and happily joining others in climbing activities.
Roy’s progress didn’t slow down. In forest school, he was among the top of the class—alongside Butan, Merah, and Marcela—regularly exploring the treetops and showing a keen interest in forest life. As much as he enjoyed adventuring, Roy also remained deeply inquisitive, known for checking every bag, pocket, and button within reach—especially if a caregiver wasn’t paying attention!
Despite his size and strength, Roy is one of the gentlest orangutans in the program, often hitching a ride on the shoulders of babysitters during jungle outings. Calm, friendly, and full of curiosity, Roy represents everything that makes these intelligent primates so endearing—and why their protection is vital.
