Pax Jakupa is a celebrated self-taught contemporary painter from Goroka in Papua New Guinea’s Eastern Highlands. The son of pioneering artist Jakupa Ako, he is known for his vibrant, richly detailed works that honour Papua New Guinea’s cultural, musical, and tribal traditions. His paintings frequently feature traditional figures, birds-of-paradise, and ceremonial objects, brought to life through striking colour and intricate patterning. Renowned for his bold portrayals of Highlands tribesmen, dancers, and native fauna, Pax’s work explores themes of identity, cultural continuity, and connection to ancestral heritage.
Image: Pax Jakupa, Making Clay Pot.
Frankston Arts Centre
27-37 Davey Street
Frankston VIC 3199
Telephone: 03 9781 1060
E: artscentre@frankston.vic.gov.au
W: thefac.com.au
Opening Hours
Tuesday: 10am - 5pm
Wednesday: 10am - 5pm
Thursday: 10am - 5pm
Friday: 10am - 5pm
Saturday: 10am - 2pm
Free entry
Closed Sunday, Monday and public holidays.
The Public Galleries Association of Victoria (PGAV) acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi-Wurrung people of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Owners of the lands where our office is located, and all Traditional Owners of country throughout Victoria and Australia. We recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples enduring traditions and continuing creative cultures. We pay our respect to Elders past, present and emerging.
We are an LGBTQIA+ friendly organisation that celebrates diversity. We are committed to providing safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive services for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.
