There are a number of languages and ethnic sub groups found in the community of the Asmat people. It is believed that there are 12 official and different ehtnic sub groups, which share a range of dial…

There is very little knowledge about the Asmat people who reside in Paupa New Guinea, however a new exhibit has opened that will shed more light on the culture of the Asmat people. The new Croker Art …

For many people, art is creative expression. It allows us to communicate ideas, feelings, and experiences in life.

For the Asmat, an indigenous people of Irian Jaya, the south coast of New Guinea…

The fate of many unfortunate women in Asmat culture in Papua, New Guinea is a far cry from their traditional symbolization as beautiful daffodils, parrots, or valued animals such as possoms or dogs. W…

The Asmat are known all over the world for their intricate carving. Their wood carvings are sought after by collectors, galleries, and, museums. Prior to the 1960s, the carvings were an important pa…

After living on the land for thousands of years, the Asmat, of Papua, New guinea are now faced with having to prove their long existence and connection to the land. As big development wants to move in…

The gharu tree, sacred to the Asmat people, is under threat from the modern world. As rain forests in other parts of the world become decimated by logging practices, developers are moving into the Asm…

New Guinea is recognized as the second largest island in the entire world and is positioned in the Southwest Pacific ocean directly to the north of Australia. Long ago New Guinea and Australia were on…

The Asmat people are a tribal ethnic group found in New Guinea. They live in Indonesia within the Papua province. The Asmat people are most well-known for their beautifully intricate woodcarvings. The…