Kay Baker Tunkin is an established artist and talented basket weaver who was born at Palvwell (a birthing place near Ernabella) c.1950. Her father is Jimmy Baker, who is perhaps one of the better known artists of the APY lands.

Kay has spent time living in Mimili, Fregon, Alice Springs as well as her home of Ernabella.

Her works have been collected by lovers of Indigenous art and she has built a wide range of works to appeal to most collectors tastes. Her textured dotting style coupled with her vivid palettes of colour combine to create a many layered artwork style.