June, 2010
Practices, Processes & Politics of Indigenous Place-Making: A Symposium
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.06.10
PROGRAM on Indigenous Place-making Download the symposium flyer. MELBOURNE CONVERSATION BMW Edge, Federation Square Thurs 24 June 6.00pm Conversation: Emmanuel Kasarherou, director Tjibaou Cultural Centre Carroll Go-Sam, Aboriginal Environs Research Centre, UQ Greg Burgess, Architect Uluru-Kata Tjuta & Brambuk Margaret...» Read More
Aboriginal Artists Paint Wii Gaming Console
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.06.10
Aboriginal artists paint Wii gaming consoles Nintendo has approached DACOU (Dreaming Art Centre of Utopia) to commission their artists to paint on 8 of the latest Wii gaming consoles. These consoles will be auctioned off at 'Walking Together to Aid...» Read More
Gloria Petyarre attending her solo exhibition in Melbourne
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.06.10
Gloria Petyarre Attending Her Exhibition Opening Dacou Gallery Melbourne 1 July to August Opening, Thursday, 1 July, 6:00pm to 8:00pm Gloria Petyarre will be proudly attending her nephew’s gallery for her latest solo exhibition, at DACOU (Dreaming Art Centre of...» Read More
Gloria Petyarre presents her recent works
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.06.10
Gloria Petyarre visits DACOU Melbourne to present her recent works. Gloria Petyarre has moved audiences for over 15 years with her beautiful 'Bush Medicine' paintings. DACOU proudly presents her most recent works, which includes a return to her smaller brush...» Read More
PAPUNYA TULA GOES STATESIDE
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 26.06.10
The Papunya Tula Artists organisation representing the mainly Pintupi artists of Kintore and Kiwirrkurra in the Western Desert has signed an exclusive sales deal with Harvey Art Projects in the United States. Based in Sun Valley, Idaho but presenting events...» Read More
Wizards of Oz
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.06.10
"We are thrilled to have this opportunity to present to the Chinese public these inspiring works of Australian indigenous art. The artworks featured in the exhibition reflect the different histories, traditions and stories of these two aboriginal communities," he says....» Read More
Shalom’s showpiece event funds education
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.06.10
Indigenous artist Judy Watson will headline this year’s Shalom Gamarada Ngiyana Yana Aboriginal art exhibition when it opens on Sunday. The annual show, in its sixth year, raises money for indigenous scholarships and has become a highlight of the Shalom...» Read More
On Track: Contemporary Aboriginal Art from Western Australia
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.06.10
An ART ON THE MOVE touring exhibition. On Track showcases the dynamic development of Western Australian Aboriginal artists' expression over the last decade. 32 works have been selected from the prestigious University of Western Australia, Berndt Museum of Anthropology collection....» Read More
Indigenous art on show
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.06.10
An exhibition of 32 works by some of WA’s best indigenous artists opened at the Wanneroo Library and Cultural Centre on Thursday. On Track: Contemporary Aboriginal Art from WA, featuring works from the University of WA’s Berndt Museum of Anthropology,...» Read More
Kudditji Kngwarreye - capturing the light and colours of Utopia
Posted by Kate Owen Gallery & Studio | 25.06.10
We warmly invite you to see the latest and most exquisite body of works by one of Utopia’s master painters… KUDDITJI KNGWARREYE Kudditji’s Dreamings have profoundly evolved into extraordinary juxtaposed colour fields – startling in both composition and hue. Harsh...» Read More
Sistagirls Photographic Exhibition @ Nellie Castan Gallery
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.06.10
I really hope that you can make the opening or even just pop in for a visit while it's on. I am in the process of making a catalogue which will contain images and writing by Jirra Lulla Harvey who...» Read More
The Owen and Wagner Collection of Australian Aboriginal Art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.06.10
For Immediate Release June 2010 Hood Museum of Art, Dartmouth College, Announces the Owen and Wagner Collection of Australian Aboriginal Art The Hood Museum of Art at Dartmouth College is pleased to announce an important private gift of contemporary...» Read More
Two named as art judges
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.06.10
The judges for the 2010 Parliament of NSW Aboriginal Art Prize have been announced. Poet, film writer and professor of philosophy Romaine Moreton and ABC radio presenter Daniel Browning will decide who gets the $20,000 first prize awarded annually to...» Read More
Early but no less special
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.06.10
Norville State School may have been celebrating NAIDOC Week early but the importance of the event has not been lost on the students. For the past two days students have been rotating through three activities which teach them about Indigenous...» Read More
New book marks 25 years for the Koorie Heritage Trust
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.06.10
Date: 18 June 2010 A new book tracing the history of Indigenous art in Victoria has been launched by Arts Minister Peter Batchelor today. Visiting the Koorie Heritage Trust in Melbourne, Mr Batchelor said the Government had been pleased to...» Read More
Aboriginal Art - Denise Hedges - NAIDOC Week
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.06.10
An unsung hero is not how Denise Hedges would describe herself. However the quiet achiever fits the title more than she believes. An accomplished Aboriginal artist, mother and proud Wanaruah woman, Denise has used art to inspire and educate both...» Read More
Cairns Indigenous Art Fair 2010 & Symposium
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 22.06.10
Cairns Indigenous Art Fair is a boutique art market showcasing traditional and contemporary artwork by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists from Queensland. The CIAF Symposium (Saturday 21 August) will be facilitated by leading Aboriginal artist, curator and academic Dr...» Read More
Interview with Shalom Gamarada founder Professor Lisa Jackson Pulver
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 21.06.10
1. What was the inspiration for establishing the Shalom Gamarada scholarship? It came about some years ago when I gave a talk at the NSW Jewish Board of Deputies’ reconciliation and social justice plenum. A lot of my work at...» Read More
Breathing new life into public spaces
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 21.06.10
Event: art + place workshop When: 2.00 – 5.00pm Wednesday 21 July 2010 Where: The Girringun Aboriginal Art Centre, Cardwell Cost: FREE Want to breath new life into your public spaces, buildings, parks and facilities? Find out how in a...» Read More
Ella Savage and George Nona to exhibit at Awards
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 21.06.10
Two Torres Strait Islander artists have been pre-selected to exhibit their artwork in this year’s 27th Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Awards. From 321 entries, Ella Savage (Darnley Island) and George Nona (Badu Island) were among 96...» Read More
Hood Announces Major Gift of Aboriginal Art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 21.06.10
The Hood Museum of Art has announced a private gift of more than 300 works of contemporary Aboriginal art. The collection donated by Will Owen and Harvey Wagner makes the Hood one of the foremost repositories of contemporary Aboriginal Australian...» Read More
Australian Aboriginal art exhibition is on debut in China
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 21.06.10
In celebration of Year of Australian Culture, sponsored by the National Art Museum of China and various departments of the Australian government, an Aboriginal art exhibition from Australia is currently on display at Hall 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17...» Read More
Circles in the Sand opens at Embassy of Australia
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 21.06.10
The Kluge-Ruhe Collection opened an exhibit of western desert art at the Embassy of Australia in Washington DC on June 14. Circles in the Sand: Aboriginal Art from Central Australia in the Kluge-Ruhe Collection features work from the art centers...» Read More
Exhibition – Papunya: Aboriginal Art from Australia’s Deserts
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 21.06.10
Showcasing the work of Aboriginal artists and telling the story of the artists and supporters of the Papunya Tula art movement between 1974 and 1981. Until August 28. Daily 9am-4pm. National Art Museum of China....» Read More
The resale royalty debacle for the aboriginal fine art industry
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 21.06.10
Lack of proper Consultation with private sector of the Aboriginal/Indigenous Fine Art Industry Galleries/Dealers required to send full details and even images to CAL (Copyright Agency Limited) of all original artworks/artefact sold even if they sell for just $100 Resale...» Read More
NAIDOC Week Aboriginal Art Exhibition
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 21.06.10
Friday 25 June 2010 to– Monday 2 August 2010 – 4:30 PM (Doors Open 9:00 AM) Sea Acres Rainforest Centre is presenting an exhibition of artworks by the Port Macquarie student group of the Aboriginal Cultural Practices course, Wauchope TAFE....» Read More
Government appoints CAL to manage artists’ resale royalty scheme
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 21.06.10
In April this year the Australian government appointed Copyright Agency Ltd (CAL) to manage an artists’ resale royalty scheme that comes into operation on 9 June. CAL’s appointment is for five years, and follows an open tender process. CAL is...» Read More
