DARWIN, AUSTRALIA.- Aboriginal artist Clifford Possum Japaltjarri was buried in his tribe’s homeland Wednesday, almost six weeks after he died. "The funeral went well and the family were very happy with where he was buried," said community council clerk Harry Baxter. Clifford Possum Tjapaltjarri was born in 1932 on Napperby Station in Central Australia. He worked as a stockman on the cattle stations in and around his traditional country. During this time he developed an deep knowledge of the Dreaming Trails that criss-cross the area to the north of the western McDonnell Ranges, which he depicts in painting his Dreamings. His career as an artist began in the 50’s when he carved snakes and goannas. By the 70’s he was one of the most accomplished carvers in Central Australia. His first opportunity to paint came when one of Albert Namatjira’s sons gave him acrylic paints and the master began his work. Clifford, living at the Papunya Community was one of the first artists to be involved with the Aboriginal Art Movement.