2009
January, 2009
Traders change tack
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 01.01.09
"We’ve noticed since the credit crunch hit hard three months ago, people haven’t been buying paintings above $10,000," Doongal Aboriginal Art Gallery manager Nava Wahl said. "So we’ve gone for more little paintings and gifts. We’ve changed some of our...» Read More
Vibrant outback on display
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 02.01.09
Pots by artists from Hermannsburg, west of Alice Springs, feature in a landmark exhibition at Adelaide's JamFactory Contemporary Craft and Design. Called From the Earth , it is the first time ceramics from remote indigenous centres have been brought together....» Read More
Icons of the Desert
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 04.01.09
Post by Will Owen about the new icons of the desert exhibition: The largest exhibition in the United States to date of seminal works of contemporary Aboriginal painting from central Australia will open on January 10 at Cornell University's Herbert...» Read More
Winner announced for final category of the WA Indigenous Art Awards
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.01.09
Western Australian artist Shane Pickett has won the final category of Australia’s richest indigenous contemporary art awards, picking up the People’s Choice Award in the inaugural Western Australian Indigenous Art Awards 2008. Culture and Arts Minister John Day congratulated local...» Read More
Blemishes mar a sumptuous history of Australian art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.01.09
In 1886, there was a tussle for control over the future direction of Australian art. At its heart the dispute appeared simple, but it highlighted a deep division. A student of the School of Art in Melbourne, Alice Chapman, was...» Read More
Aboriginal artists take a stand on heart health to close the gap
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.01.09
Seven well known Aboriginal artists, Lloyd Hornsby, Laurie Nilsen, Peter Muraay Djerippi Mulcahy, Debbie Taylor, Raquel Jackson, Jennifer Herd and Bianca Beetson are each donating a major piece of work to be auctioned at the Heart Foundation s second annual...» Read More
Written in the Land: Story of Queenie McKenzie
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.01.09
Written in the Land celebrates the life of Indigenous Elder of the Kimberley’s Queenie McKenzie View Flyer View Sample Pages The book on the life of an Indigenous leader of the East Kimberley in Western Australia Queenie McKenzie was launched...» Read More
Icons of the Desert: Early Aboriginal Paintings from Papunya Opens at Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 12.01.09
The Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art presents today Icons of the Desert: Early Aboriginal Paintings from Papunya, on view through April 5. In the more than thirty-five years since its advent at the tiny settlement of Papunya in the...» Read More
Fine Tribal, Aboriginal Art & International Antiquities
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 13.01.09
Over 100 lots: Early India, Chinese, Southeast Asian, Islamic, Indus Valley, Gandharan, Khmer, art and antiquities. Art and Artefacts from, Australian, Oceania, and Africa. The highlights include;*Early Indian sculpture from Rajasthan dating 10 - 12th Century AD.*An outstanding collection of...» Read More
John Weeronga Bartoo wins prize
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.01.09
John Weeronga Bartoo has been awarded the second prize in the Palm Art Award 2008 in Leipzig, Germany....» Read More
GRANTPIRRIE Opening: The New Mob, Thurs 15 January 6 - 8pm
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.01.09
GRANTPIRRIE will open for 2009 on Thursday 15 January with The New Mob. GRANTPIRRIE T - 61 2 9699 9033 F - 61 2 9698 8943 86 George Street Redfern NSW 2016...» Read More
Creativity feels the crunch
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.01.09
A very interesting article in the Australian about the impact of the credit crunch on the Aboriginal art market: The new year looms dark and forbidding for the nation's most distinctive visual product, that purest symbol of Australian complexity: Aboriginal...» Read More
Nomad: Two Worlds
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 20.01.09
The fashion photographer Russell James recently travelled to the Australian outback and shot landscape photographs of burial grounds, gorges, and other areas of import to Aboriginal spiritual practices. He then invited Aboriginal artists to paint on the prints, and the...» Read More
Industry insiders are alarmed by loopholes in the draft
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 20.01.09
From Ashleigh Wilson at the Australian: The aim [of the Australian Indigenous Art Commercial Code of Conduct] was to improve transparency in the market and improve conditions for artists. But industry figures say the draft code, released last month and...» Read More
Mini Hatch: Napolean Oui
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 20.01.09
Mini Hatch: Napolean Oui Echoes of the rainforest Tuesday 13 January to Saturday 7 February 2009...» Read More
Thanakupi, Ceramic Exhibition
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 20.01.09
New ceramic works by Dr Thancoupie Gloria Fletcher Saturday 8 November to Saturday 14 February 2009...» Read More
Blak Roots
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 20.01.09
The KickArts Indigenous Survey Exhibition in collaboration with the Wet Tropics Management Authority and JCU, School of Creative Arts Friday 28 November to Saturday 21 February 2009...» Read More
Art For Breakfast
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 20.01.09
Opening with an all day breakfast. Featuring Tjapartji Bates, Katjarra Butler, Mary Gibson, Nyarrapyi Giles, Nancy Chapman and more....» Read More
Inaugural Cairns Indigenous Art Fair
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 20.01.09
From This Art Week (Australian Art Collector): As Queensland celebrates its 150th anniversary this year, the Queensland Government has announced the creation of a new art fair. The inaugural Cairns Indigenous Art Fair will take place from 21-23 August 2009....» Read More
McCulloch's Contemporary Aboriginal Art: A Writer's Selection 1992–2008
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 22.01.09
Art gathered by art writers Emily and Susan McCulloch on their research trips over almost two decades to Australia's remote art producing regions including the Central Desert, Arnhem Land & the Top End, Queensland, the Kimberley, NPY and PY lands....» Read More
Australian Film Festival & Art Exhibition
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 22.01.09
Celebrate Australia Day 2009 with an extraordinary Film Festival and Art Exhibition “Dreaming Stories - Australian Indigenous Cultural Festival” Date : 22- 26 January 2009 Place : Blitz Megaplex Grand Indonesia Shopping Centre Film – Screening of award winning Australia...» Read More
Icons of the Desert: Early Aboriginal Paintings from Papunya
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 22.01.09
Exhibition of some of the earliest and rarest paintings by Indigenous Australian artists; artists to visit Ithaca and create “ground work” The Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art at Cornell University presents Icons of the Desert: Early Aboriginal Paintings from...» Read More
The healing power of art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.01.09
From the Northern Rivers Echo: When Michael Philp burnt out from his welfare job several years ago, a friend suggested he try painting as therapy. It was a suggestion that changed his life. Five years on Michael couldn’t imagine his...» Read More
Collecting Australian Aboriginal Art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.01.09
Described by renowned Australian art critic, Robert Hughes, as belonging to ‘the world’s last great art movement’, collectors of art from this extraordinary ancient but vibrant living culture have, in recent years, fuelled a boom in sales. Prices at auction...» Read More
Deleuzian or not, it's all sensation
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 27.01.09
From The Australian In her little book Chaos, Territory, Art, philosopher Elizabeth Grosz provides us with a way of, if not understanding, at least experiencing and appreciating Aboriginal art, with the assistance of one of the 20th century's most exhilarating...» Read More
Aboriginal art: it's a complicated thing
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 27.01.09
Tim Acker's article in ArtLink: While the art dazzles the eye and the prices make headlines, there is a fundamental disconnect at work within the Aboriginal art industry. The market's focus on the consumption of art and the profitability of...» Read More
The Art Of The Bundjalung Nation
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 27.01.09
Michael said he hoped The Art Of The Bundjalung Nation would encourage more Indigenous artists to be proud of their culture and their art. “There’s a lot of black fellas around here who would be just be too embarrassed to...» Read More
BLACK PICASSO IN NEW YORK
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 28.01.09
There are many strange things happening in the US at the moment, but few can be more intriguingly circular than Mabuiag Islander Alick Tipoti's mask inspired by the mask from Picasso's own Collection – which visited Brisbane last year. For...» Read More
The evolving face of Aboriginal art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 28.01.09
One painting resembles a Roy Lichtenstein, another has the emblematic target of Jasper Johns, and a photographic portrait channels Andy Warhol. If that doesn’t sound like Aboriginal art, then an exhibit touted as Australia’s first major survey of indigenous art...» Read More
Imagine if batik was the new black
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 28.01.09
From the Age about the new exhibition at the Ian Potter Centre, National Gallery of Victoria: The spectacular flowering of art in the Australian outback has sometimes been called the Aboriginal Renaissance. Some whitefella pride sits in this charming title,...» Read More
Marina Murdilinga
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 28.01.09
From This Art Week, the Australian Art Collector: Marina Murdilinga has won the $5000 Togart People's Choice Award for her woven pandanus and bamboo work called Dirdbim (Moon Dreaming)....» Read More
Martumili Artists are having their first international show at Redot Gallery in Singapore this February
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 28.01.09
From This Art Week, the Australian Art Collector: Martumili Artists are having their first international show at Redot Gallery in Singapore this February. The exhibition Yankuni laju karnkani kujungka (We are traveling together by air) includes works by Nancy Taylor,...» Read More
Yellow Vest Syndrome: recent west Australian art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 28.01.09
An exhibition about changing perceptions of landscape and country featuring 26 West Australian artists....» Read More
Art For Breakfast
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 28.01.09
Artists include Katjarra Butler, Mary Gibson, Nyarrapyi Giles, Nancy Chapman and others....» Read More
Annual Group Watercolour Show
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 28.01.09
Subjects covering Bayside landmarks to Australian and European landscapes and cityscapes, with native and garden florals....» Read More
Morgan Sisters
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 28.01.09
Two sisters from Utopia, who share the same Country and Dreamings, yet possess very individual and beautiful forms of expression....» Read More
Yankuni Laju Karnkani Kujungka (We Are Traveling Together By Air)
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 31.01.09
ReDot Gallery cordially invites you to ‘Yankuni laju karnkani kujungka’ (We are traveling together by air). The first international show of fine Aboriginal paintings from Martumili Artists. Ms Penny Burtt, Australia's Deputy High Commissioner to Singapore will inaugurate the exhibition....» Read More
Yankuni Laju Karnkani Kujungka (We Are Traveling Together By Air)
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 31.01.09
The ReDot gallery is proud to welcome the 1st international show for the exciting works of Martumili Artists. ‘Yankuni laju karnkani kujungka’ (We are traveling together by air) will showcase the very best from this relatively new, remote, art community....» Read More
February, 2009
City welcomes new northern arts officer
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 02.02.09
Sara Twigg-Patterson has been appointed as the new northern arts officer in Port Augusta: Off the back of the Regional Centre for Culture Program and the Port Augusta Re-Imagines! initiative, Ms Twigg-Patterson said she was excited to continue the good...» Read More
My top 10 aussie aboriginal art pieces by Aphiinspi
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 02.02.09
Aphiinspi's top 10 Aboriginal art pieces. Have a look t the list....» Read More
Australian Aboriginal art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 04.02.09
A very, very interesting article in the Telegraph about Aboriginal art from the perspective of UK journalist Will Storr. The article covers the Yuendumu and Papuya communities as Will follows Roslyn Premont from Gallery Gondwana on a buying trip: Indeed,...» Read More
Warakurna Artists 2009
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 04.02.09
Warakurna welcomes new staff member Melanie Duncan in 2009....» Read More
Pass artists' resale royalties bill, politicians urged
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 05.02.09
John Oster from Desart talks to the ABC about the bill going to parliament shortly relating to artist royalties: "There's not too much contention in the bill and it's been a long process of sorting. We've been looking at this...» Read More
Willie's world
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 07.02.09
Willie Gordon asks what was the most important lesson my father taught me. I have signed on for an Aboriginal art tour out of Cooktown way up in northern Queensland and this delving into my personal affairs is not the...» Read More
Swans mark Apology Day anniversary
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.02.09
More about Michael O'Loughlin's design of an Apology Day anniversary T-Shirt: “Apology Day is not just about saying sorry," O'Loughlin said. "It is about recognising the mistakes of the past and now moving forward in a positive and constructive way.”...» Read More
Art of the emu
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.02.09
An extensive and unique collection of work from Aboriginal artist Kudditji Kngwarreye is on display at Burrinja. Kudditji hails from the Northern Territory's Utopia community. He was one of the first established male artists from the region. Burrinja Visual Arts...» Read More
Footy star makes his mark in the fashion world
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.02.09
From the Age: Michael O'Loughlin's talent on the field has long been lauded but the Sydney Swan AFL star has a hidden gift. The star forward has designed the illustration for a limited edition T-shirt to mark the anniversary of...» Read More
Prime Minister to open an Aboriginal photographic exhibition at Parliament House, Canberra on Friday 13th Feburary 2009.
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.02.09
Tears of joy and sorrow flowed when Prime Minister Kevin Rudd created history by saying ‘Sorry’ on the floor of Parliament house nearly a year ago. To mark the memorable moment Indigenous photographer Wayne Quilliam has been commissioned to curate...» Read More
Art from Down Under
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.02.09
Learn about Aboriginal art at Cornell University: Guest curator Roger Benjamin of the University of Sydney will lecture on "Aboriginal Art from Papunya Tula: From the Beginning," Feb. 12 at 5:15 p.m. at the Johnson Museum. He gives a gallery...» Read More
Rockholes and Claypans in Aboriginal Art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 12.02.09
Red Desert Gallery in Eumundi presents a prime medley of colourful art featuring "Rockholes and Claypans" with narrative from some of the most remote desert regions of Australia. A showcase of select artworks from both female and male central desert...» Read More
Ready to Dream by Donna Jo Napoli and Elena Furrow
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 12.02.09
From the Reading Zone regarding Ready to Dream by Donna Jo Napoli and Elena Furrow: But the real star here is Bronwynn Bancroft. An Aboriginal artist and designer herself, she has made this book a masterpiece. I wish I could...» Read More
Identity
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 12.02.09
An exhibition of new works by Gamilaraay artist Nyree Reynolds....» Read More
TWO TOP PRIZES ANNOUNCED
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 13.02.09
Two opportunities for indigenous artists to win fine prizes have been announced. Australia’s richest indigenous contemporary art award for 2009 has been launched in WA, with nominations closing on Feb 25th. There's a little more time for both Black and...» Read More
Sustainable Living Festival
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.02.09
Nerissa Major will be having a display at the Sustainable Living Festival, Federation Square, Flinders Street, Melbourne. Site number 142. Unique Aboriginal Art, Gemstone Jewellery and Gifts are available for purchase. 30% of sales will go to Wildwood Wildlife Shelter,...» Read More
NATIONAL INDIGENOUS ART TRIENNIAL OPENS AT GOMA
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.02.09
Works by leading Queensland artists Vernon Ah Kee, Richard Bell, Dennis Nona and Judy Watson feature in a national Indigenous exhibition opening at the Gallery of Modern Art in Brisbane this week. Arts Minister Rod Welford said Culture Warriors: National...» Read More
From the deserts, artists came
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.02.09
In 1994, John and Barbara Wilkerson, American art lovers, were visiting the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory when they caught sight of a handful of early board paintings from Papunya in the western desert. They were struck:...» Read More
A Story to Tell
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.02.09
In A Story to Tell, Nyoongar artist Laurel Nannup tells her own story, through woodcuts, etchings and photographs. These works illustrate the artist's memories of place, particular events and people, all of which contribute to an overview of her life....» Read More
Indigenous art tells a story in Laura
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.02.09
An Aboriginal Art Exhibition is on display at the Laura Court House Gallery throughout January and February, giving people the opportunity to view and purchase an exciting range of colourful indigenous art that reflects and tells the story of the...» Read More
Aboriginal Underground Art Crawl 2009
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.02.09
We came across a new site yesterday, Aboriginal Underground Art Crawl 2009. It looks very exciting: Marlaina Buch is a Victoria curator and artist. The Aboriginal Underground Art Crawl was started as a way for her to address her own...» Read More
Many Friendships at Bunjilaka – Last Days
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.02.09
Western Desert Mob Exhibition Yamatji Pirni: Many Friendships draws 55,000 visitors to Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre at Melbourne Museum. Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre at Melbourne Museum and Western Desert Mob have successfully partnered to celebrate the importance of connection to...» Read More
Aboriginal Art Gallery Sydney: William, Tarisse & Sarrita King
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.02.09
First exhibition at this exciting new Aboriginal Art Gallery at Sydney’s Opera Quays Opening night with the artists: Friday 20th Feb 6 - 9pm Artists will be painting in the gallery during the exhbition Exhibition showing 19 - 22 February...» Read More
IT'S ALL HAPPENING IN CAIRNS
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 18.02.09
The dynamic activities of the Queensland government to promote indigenous art creation and its marketing have born potentially rich commercial fruit. The Government has announced plans to put $12M into the development of Queensland Indigenous arts over the next 4...» Read More
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Contemporary Aboriginal Art with Danie Mellor
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 18.02.09
This series of lectures will discuss the significance of Aboriginal art in Australia, and its place as a contemporary movement in this country’s cultural landscape. We will focus on the production of the city-based Indigenous artist, their approaches, and their...» Read More
Disclaimer
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 19.02.09
Please read our disclaimer at http://www.aboriginalartdirectory.com/directory/legal/disclaimer.php....» Read More
BUTCHER CHEREL JANANGOO c1920 to 17/02/09
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 20.02.09
Butcher Cherel, the senior Gooniyandi man and innovative painter from Fitzroy Crossing in the Kimberley has died. He fell ill over Christmas, but had been painting up until then – his last show running at the Aboriginal & Pacific Art...» Read More
Regional Arts Fund Open for Applications!
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.02.09
Country Arts WA recently announced and officially opened its Regional Arts Fund (RAF) funding programs for 2009 – 2012. Strategic Regional Partnerships - up to $150,000 over 3 years to assist regional communities to develop projects those have long-term impact...» Read More
MWARRE ANTHURRE: Good One! Exhibition opens 7 March
Posted by | 24.02.09
GOOD ONE THAT ONE! Sitting down observing the creativity of the central desert painters, whether it be a very well known and respected artist or one of the younger emerging artists who have grown up watching their elders paint is...» Read More
Culture Warriors: National Indigenous Art Triennial
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.02.09
‘Culture Warriors: National Indigenous Art Triennial’ is the inaugural exhibition in a series by the National Gallery of Australia celebrating contemporary Indigenous Australian art. Taking the recent ‘Culture Wars’ or ‘History Wars’ waged over interpretations of the Indigenous history/culture of...» Read More
Originals: The Contemporary Printmaking Show
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.02.09
Rebecca Hossack opens Originals: The Contemporary Printmaking Show....» Read More
The soul of oceania
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.02.09
The LA Times looks at Oceanic Art and a little bit of Aboriginal Art: "Just look at the noses," says Los Angeles collector Valerie Franklin, approaching a display of Melanesian masks at the San Diego Museum of Art. One resembles...» Read More
The Art Centre Way
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.02.09
www.artcentreway.com is now live! The Art Centre Way is a set of resources for people who work in Aboriginal art centres, or studios. The resource uses simple English language with photographs and videos to provide step by step examples of...» Read More
Lorna Brown Napanangka: Sand drawings of my coun
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.02.09
From Tuesday 24th February to Saturday 14th March Alcaston Gallery is pleased to present the fifth solo exhibition of Lorna Brown Napanangka, in conjunction with Papunya Tula Artists Pty Ltd....» Read More
Paula Paul: Kuruwarriyingathi Bijarrb - that is who I am
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.02.09
Kuruwarriyingathi Bijarrb Paula Paul paints with a small group of women from Bentinck Island, the largest of a small group of islands in Queensland's Gulf of Carpentaria....» Read More
Sally Gabori: Nyinyilki Country - Nyinyilki is where we catch Barramundi
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.02.09
Alcaston Gallery is proud to offer our clients exciting new works by acclaimed artist Mirdidingkingathi Juwarnda Sally Gabori. We will feature the artist in her third solo exhibition from 13 January - 21 February 2009....» Read More
Artscape: ABC2 Dame Elisabeth Murdoch in converstation with Virgini Trioli
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.02.09
Virginia Trioli talks to Dame Elisabeth Murdoch about her life and ongoing arts patronage, including fantastic footage of the Melbourne Recital Centre commission of the Victorian Tapestry Workshop to transform a significant contemporary indigenous painting, recently acquired by the National...» Read More
An Individual Perspective: From the Indigenous Collection of Lauraine Diggins
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.02.09
Lauraine Diggins has been involved in the Australian fine art market since 1974. Throughout her commercial gallery enterprise she cultivated many strong relationships with Australian Indigenous communities and in 1989 curated the exhibition A Myriad of Dreaming: Twentieth Century Aboriginal...» Read More
Kutungka Napanangka
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.02.09
Kutungka Napanangka maps out the stories that convey her vital connection to Pintupi culture and land....» Read More
Tjarlirli Art WA
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.02.09
Tjarlirili Art's first group exhibition in Western Australia, showcasing amazing new artists....» Read More
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art program opens
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.02.09
Marrickville Council is encouraging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists to apply for its Marrickville Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Studio Program, which promotes the ongoing growth of arts and culture. “Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities contribute greatly...» Read More
Not the usual scenarios of every day life ...
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.02.09
The Hard Road Antony Muia Antony Muia’s art has always dealt with the hidden aspects of domestic life. His ambiguous figures seem to be involved in sinister affairs or show unusual perspectives of family life - but the artist is...» Read More
Entries Invited - Australian & International Art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.02.09
Shapiro Auctioneers are now inviting entries for the forthcoming Australian, Aboriginal and International Art Auction. For a confidential valuation please call 02 9326 1588 or email info@shapiro.com.au Shapiro 162 Queen Street Woollahra NSW 2025 www.shapiro.com.au Illustrated Albert Namatjira sold $28,000...» Read More
Australian Aboriginal Art issue 1
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.02.09
The first issue of the Australian Aboriginal Art magazine issue 1....» Read More
NEW AUSTRALIAN ABORIGINAL ART MAGAZINE LAUNCHES IN ALICE
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.02.09
7pm Sat 7 March, Theatre, Araluen Arts Centre. A new magazine - Australian Aboriginal Art will be launched inAlice Springs. The launch will include special guest speakers and a performance by the Bangarra Dance Theatre Company. RSVP: lucy@aboriginalartmagazine.com, 02 9357...» Read More
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art program opens
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.02.09
Marrickville Council is encouraging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists to apply for its Marrickville Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Studio Program, which promotes the ongoing growth of arts and culture. “Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities contribute greatly...» Read More
What's on at the Kluge-Ruhe in February and March?
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 27.02.09
Events at Kluge-Ruhe 2/28/09 Saturday Tour with Dominique Cocuzza, 10:30 am 3/2/09 OLLI class 11:00 am - 12:30 pm 3/7/09 Saturday Tour with Fenella Belle, 10:30 am 3/9/09 OLLI class 11:00 am - 12:30 pm 3/14/09 Saturday Tour with Grace...» Read More
March, 2009
The art sale orgy
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 02.03.09
What will happen here when the domestic sales start is unknown. Most likely value will hold for quality although volumes will drop off and the low to medium end of the market may suffer. The Australian season opens on March...» Read More
SONIA KURARRA GOES SOLO
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 06.03.09
A new name is hurtling out of The Kimberley into Sydney this weekend. Sonia Kurarra is a Walmajarri woman from Fitzroy Crossing who is going to knock a few socks off when her art is viewed at Gallery Gondwana in...» Read More
ARCHIBALD/WYNNE PRIZES GET A BIT INDIGENOUS
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 06.03.09
The important annual Wynne Prize for landscape painting – handed out today at noon by the Art Gallery of New South Wales Trustees – is getting more and more indigenous. This year 7 of the 30 acceptances are by Aboriginal...» Read More
UQ Art Museum Exhibition Floor Talk: Next Generation Lockhart River ‘Old Girls’
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.03.09
‘Aboriginal Art and Another History’ Dr Sally Butler is Senior Lecturer in Art History at The University of Queensland. Her recent publications include a book covering the history of the Lockhart River Indigenous art movement in Queensland`s Cape York region,...» Read More
KALKADUNGA MAN ON THE ROAD
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 12.03.09
Australia's finest and most imaginative vocal ensemble – The Song Company - has pushed the envelope yet again, into the indigenous. And typically of this now-25 year old group, lead by the irrepressible Roland Peelman, it's an enveloping experience they...» Read More
One Country - Atnwengerrp THE PWERLE SISTERS - Minnie, Emily, Molly and Gayle
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 13.03.09
The works by the late Minnie Pwerle captivated the art world. Together, Minnie, Emily, Molly and Gayle create the magic that is in the forefront of contemporary art today – works from the artists of Utopia, Central Australia. In January...» Read More
The shock of the old
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.03.09
The major auction houses are offering the strongest catalogues of Aboriginal art since indigenous paintings found their way from Turkey Creek to the mainstream. Names such as Rover Thomas and Emily Kame Kngwarreye excite the art market as much as...» Read More
House of Koorang Gallery Opens
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 15.03.09
on the 14th March the new House of Koorang Gallery Opened in Nowra NSW. This is the first retail gallery store for Mundara and Novy after running an Indigenous wholesale for over 12 years. The House of Koorang Gallery has...» Read More
Bush Dolls from the Heart
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.03.09
Yarrenyty Artlere Artists in conjunction with Outstation - Art from Art Centres are proud to present Bush Dolls from the Heart, Yarrenyty Artlere Artists' inaugural exhibition featuring dyed textile bush dolls and dry point etchings....» Read More
New Indigenous Art Gallery To Showcase Shoalhaven Local Talent
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.03.09
New Indigenous Art Gallery To Showcase Shoalhaven Local Talent The House of Koorang Gallery is owned and operated by international renowned Aboriginal artist and Eora Elder, Mundara Koorang and his wife Novy. The focus of the gallery is in providing...» Read More
ONLY DAYS TO GO TO RESPOND TO THE CODE OF CONDUCT
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 17.03.09
People who care about how Aboriginal art is 'brought to market' have only until Friday 20th March to respond to the Australia Council's draft Code of Conduct for the industry. The place to go to examine their proposals – which...» Read More
Ngardarb Francine Riches - First indigenous sculptor in Denmark
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 20.03.09
Four WA artists whose sculptures have wowed Cottesloe beachgoers will exhibit at the first international Sculpture by the Sea in Aarhus, Denmark. Kevin Draper, Richie Kuhaupt, Francine Riches and Jean-Marc Rivalland are among 60 artists whose work will be on...» Read More
NATSIAAs SAIL ON
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 20.03.09
Australia's most important indigenous art prize will sail on into its 26th edition in August this year - with entries for it closing on Friday, 27 March 2009. Last year's Silver Jubilee of what are often called The Telstras attracted...» Read More
Barunga Festival
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.03.09
Barunga Festival is on June 5-8th. We are now calling for Aboriginal bands, sporting teams and artists for entries in this year's festival. Barunga Festival is open to the public, there is traditional dancing, - music, - sports, - art,...» Read More
CREATIVE AUSTRALIAN AICEY ZARO RECOGNISED FOR INSPIRING THE TOWNSVILLE COMMUNITY
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.03.09
CREATIVE AUSTRALIAN AICEY ZARO RECOGNISED FOR INSPIRING THE TOWNSVILLE COMMUNITY Creativity comes in a surprising range of shapes and sizes in Australia and is often the inspiration behind people becoming involved in their local community. This year, Sensis is celebrating...» Read More
The Artery's 'Yaruman Collection' acquired by IFC Washington DC, USA.
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.03.09
We are very proud to announce that a collection of paintings we commissioned from the tiny Community of Ringer Soak, east of The Kimberly in Western Australia, has been acquired by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) a member of the...» Read More
MOUNTFORD BARKS GET AN OUTING
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 25.03.09
The small showing of barks and works on paper collected by Charles Pearcy Mountford during his American-Australian Scientific Expedition to Arnhemland in 1948 – currently at the AGNSW – raises more questions than it answers. Which is not necessarily a...» Read More
You can still buy from the Important Aboriginal Art Auction
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.03.09
For bargain hunters and those looking to purchase Aboriginal Art you can still buy off the catalogue from the Important Aboriginal Art auction that went under the hammer on the 25th March....» Read More
Downturn hits art auction hard
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.03.09
From the Age: Barely half of the 265 works offered at Deutscher and Hackett's inaugural Aboriginal art auction last night sold, fetching a total of $1.3 million, including commissions. Executive director Chris Deutscher, who had been hoping for a $2...» Read More
Opening auctions to test art market
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.03.09
From the Age: The sales will be a litmus test of the market in these tight financial times. In Melbourne, Deutscher and Hackett will launch its inaugural Aboriginal art sale, while, in Sydney, Rod Menzies will auction 250 works in...» Read More
From Desert to Saltwater Country
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.03.09
The ReDot gallery is proud to welcome the 1st Singaporean show for the exciting works of the Yulparija and Mangala artists of Bidyadanga. “FROM DESERT TO SALTWATER COUNTRY” will showcase the very best from this art community whose ancestral lands...» Read More
Doubts raised about Rover Thomas painting
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.03.09
Expert analysis of a Rover Thomas painting bought at auction four years ago has cast doubt on whether the indigenous master painted the work. A preliminary report from Melbourne University's Centre for Cultural Materials Conservation states that, in view of...» Read More
Auction houses get creative
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.03.09
After a bumper turnover in 2007 the market contracted, and predictions for this year have been gloomy. Tonight's sales at Menzies Art Brands and Deutscher and Hackett will be a test of how the downturn is affecting the Australian market....» Read More
'EARTH'S CREATION' IN ALICE
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 29.03.09
The painting that briefly set the record for Aboriginal art, and still holds the record for a painting by an Australian woman – Emily Kngwarreye's 'Earth's Creation' – is now on show in Alice Springs. During the 2007 peak in...» Read More
CIAF relocates
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 31.03.09
The location for the inaugural Cairns Indigenous Art Fair has been changed with the event now taking place at Tanks Arts Centre rather than the Heritage Sheds announced earlier. The dates remain the same August 21 - 23....» Read More
Envoy for our colonial past
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 31.03.09
Not really relevant but wouldn't this have been amazing: "Old switcheroo art deal weathers well", ran the headline in The Daily Telegraph. The exchange program was soon derailed after the Soviets invaded Afghanistan, an event that took place while the...» Read More
Aboriginal arts talk
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 31.03.09
An update from Will Owen: No essay this week, I confess, as I've happily spent the last seven days entertaining my friend Walter, down from Boston for a springtime visit, our first since we saw each other at the opening...» Read More
New essay from John Altma: Beyond Closing the Gap: Valuing Diversity in Indigenous Australia
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 31.03.09
Teacher earns grant, heads to Australia
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 31.03.09
From Boulder and County News: Jason Gage, an art teacher at Spangler Elementary in the St. Vrain Valley School District, has been chosen to receive the 2009 Eleanor Venture grant -- created five years ago to support a teacher "travel...» Read More
Aboriginal Art Exhibition Opens today
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 31.03.09
THE Balgo - Contemporary Australian Art Exhibition launched yesterday at the Fiji Museum in Suva. The exhibition is the result of a small indigenous community based on the outskirts of the Great Sandy Desert and the Tanami Desert of northeast...» Read More
April, 2009
Central Australian artists in the running for Telstra Award
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 01.04.09
Aboriginal Art Centres from central Australia have reserved their very best works for the 2009 Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Award later this year. With the close of entries last Friday (27 March) the Art Centres have...» Read More
Central Australian artists in the running for Telstra Award
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 01.04.09
Aboriginal Art Centres from central Australia have reserved their very best works for the 2009 Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Award later this year. With the close of entries last Friday (27 March) the Art Centres have...» Read More
Aboriginal art on display
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 03.04.09
LOCAL artists and members of the public have an opportunity to explore and learn about Australian art, culture and people at the Fiji Museum. The one-week exhibition of BALGO: Contemporary Australian Art from the Balgo Hills has been made possible...» Read More
Aboriginal Art: Yarramunua
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 05.04.09
You can buy Aboriginal Art directly from artist. Yarramunua from Darwin is performing and selling own art at Circular Quay....» Read More
Galleries with a glass of red
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 05.04.09
TarraWarra Estate At the other end of the winery-meets-art scale is the Yarra Valley's TarraWarra Estate, home of the TarraWarra Museum of Art. Directly across from the wine bar, cafe and tasting room is Australia's first significant privately funded public...» Read More
Open Over Easter
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 06.04.09
Nerissa's Art Studio/Gallery will be open over the Easter Holidays. Affordable Aboriginal Art, Giftware and Gemstone Jewellery for sale....» Read More
Mediating Forms: The Spiritual and Personal Dimension of Yolngu Portraiture
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 06.04.09
Date: April 6, 2009 Time: 6:00 p.m. Speaker / Performer Dr. Howard Morphy Description Mr. Howard Morphy will present the John W. and Maria T. Kluge Distinguished Lecture in Arts and Humanities. Dr. Morphy argues that the presence of a...» Read More
Interview with Philip Hammial
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 06.04.09
And for something slightly off topic: What about aboriginal art? Has that had an influence on your work? Not at all....» Read More
India offers Aboriginal artists opportunity
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 07.04.09
Yankirri Jukurrpa (Emu Dreaming): Ormay Gallagher is one artist hoping to capture the imaginations of Indian art lovers. (Warlukurlangu Artists Aboriginal Corporation : Ormay Nangala Gallagher ) From the Tanami Road to Chandi Chowk, two central Australian Aboriginal artists are...» Read More
Delhi's India Habitat Centre plays host to Australian aboriginal art exhibits
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 07.04.09
New Delhi, Apr.6 (ANI): Warlukurlangu Artists, Australia, in partnership with art curator, Durga Vishwanathan, are showcasing contemporary Australian art in New Delhi. Titled 'Desert Dreamings', the paintings from the Central Desert of Australia is the first exhibition of contemporary art...» Read More
Traditional twist to modern medium in Yolgnu culture
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 08.04.09
Midway through 2007, at the Garma festival near Yirrkala, some short, experimental films made by young Yolngu film workers were premiered. A year later, a clip made by the same team to illustrate the story of a new bark painting...» Read More
Aboriginal Artists Test Global Art Market
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 08.04.09
Aboriginal art in Australia is one of the few sources of income for the indigenous population that also perpetuates their ancient culture. In an effort to expand the market for Aboriginal art–which has been hard hit in Australia in recent...» Read More
Some of Us - Lockhart River Art Gang
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.04.09
Lockhart River is a remote Aboriginal Community on the east coast of Cape York in far north Queensland. It is about 850 km north of Cairns by road. During the wet season creeks and rivers flood and close th road...» Read More
Aboriginal artists break into Indian market
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.04.09
An excerpt from AM: TONY EASTLEY: While the global economic slowdown has taken the heat out of art sales right around the world, two Central Australian Aboriginal artists are in New Delhi this week hoping to to break into India's...» Read More
International Art Fair coming to Singapore this November
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.04.09
SINGAPORE, April 10, 2009 Singapore is set to stage the Singapore International Art Fair 2009 (SIAF2009), an international art fair where art galleries around the world gather under one roof to showcase their artworks this coming November at the Singapore...» Read More
Batik Brilliance
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.04.09
Will Owen reviews Across the Desert: Aboriginal Batik from Central Australia: And yet the batiks themselves, like much textile art, are notoriously fragile, their materials and colors both susceptible to degradation by exposure, to handling and to light. And so...» Read More
Aboriginal art take on Easter
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.04.09
Two paintings featuring an Aboriginal Jesus will add a touch of controversy to an Easter art exhibition in Darwin this week. One, a dot-like painting by Ngukurr artist Alan Joshua, features a black and bearded man bearing the cross as...» Read More
Some highs for Aboriginal art in economic downturn
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.04.09
Its executive office John Oster says up to 20 art centres have had a drop in turnover and Aboriginal art sales are being affected by the slowing economy. He says it's already leading communities to focus on the quality of...» Read More
Some highs for Aboriginal art in economic downturn
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.04.09
Its executive office John Oster says up to 20 art centres have had a drop in turnover and Aboriginal art sales are being affected by the slowing economy. He says it's already leading communities to focus on the quality of...» Read More
Show your colours
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.04.09
EXPLOSION OF COLOURS IN RECENT ART NEW EXHIBITION “SHOW YOUR COLOURS” OPENS 23 APRIL From the intense colours in Emily Kame Kngwarreye’s work to Billy Benn’s subtle palette: ”Show Your Colours” celebrates the bold use of colour in contemporary Aboriginal...» Read More
Reviewing the perfect storm
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.04.09
But why the difference in clearances between the sales? One theory must be the difference in the Australian and the indigenous markets. The correction has exposed a softness in the Aboriginal market as shown at the D&H sale. Clearly, the...» Read More
Reviewing the perfect storm
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.04.09
But why the difference in clearances between the sales? One theory must be the difference in the Australian and the indigenous markets. The correction has exposed a softness in the Aboriginal market as shown at the D&H sale. Clearly, the...» Read More
Collection Dialogue: Aboriginal Art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 13.04.09
Ramapo College — Works by Whitfield Lovell, through April 24, Pascal Gallery, Berrie Center, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, N.J. Also: "Collection Dialogue: Aboriginal Art," through April 24, Kresge Gallery, Berrie Center. Hours 1-5 p.m. Tues., Thurs.-Fri; 1-7 p.m. Wed....» Read More
Dream works find way in America
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 13.04.09
The story of Margo Smith and the Kluge-Ruhe: For most people, watching your house burn down would be a catastrophic event. It could make you pessimistic, angry and fearful. The tragedy could haunt you for the rest of your life....» Read More
Aboriginal Australian art in India
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 13.04.09
The Warlukurlangu Artists, a non-profit cooperative of aboriginal painters from Australia, documents a legacy that has been handed down hundreds of generations among the ethnic groups inhabiting the rugged outback. They showcase the traditional Warlpiri culture, which is central to...» Read More
Aboriginal Australian art in India
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 13.04.09
The Warlukurlangu Artists, a non-profit cooperative of aboriginal painters from Australia, documents a legacy that has been handed down hundreds of generations among the ethnic groups inhabiting the rugged outback. They showcase the traditional Warlpiri culture, which is central to...» Read More
DH March 09 Aboriginal Art Auction Pt. 1
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.04.09
Nicholas Forrest reviews the two auctions held on the 25th of March. In the first installment he looks at the build up to the auctions: All eyes were on Deutscher and Hackett on the 25th of March with the Melbourne...» Read More
DH March 09 Aboriginal Art Auction Pt. 2
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.04.09
The second installment from Nicholas Forrest talks about each auction in detail and comments that there is a reduced momentum in the Aboriginal art market: On a more positive not, Emily Kngwarreye’s “Untitled (Alhalkere) 1995″ sold for $210,000 against an...» Read More
Australia’s aboriginal art enthralls all
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.04.09
Australian art seems to be the flavour of this week. Everywhere we can see reviews of ‘Desert Dreamings’ – an exhibition of works by 43 ethnic artists, from Yuendumu, a remote part of Central Australia. Unfortunately, the exhibition mounted at...» Read More
Gloria Petyarre
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.04.09
Gloria Petyarre is one of the most successful indigenous artists from Utopia, a region 270kms northeast from Alice Springs. Gloria’s seven sisters are also artists, such as the well-known Kathleen Petyarre, Nancy Petyarre, Violet Petyarre and Ada Bird. Like her...» Read More
Mawukura (Mulgra) Jimmy Nerrimah
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.04.09
Jila Ngurrara (Waterhole Country) 2 – 23 May 2009 Mulgra Jimmy Nerrimah is a highly respected Walmajarri elder and medicine man. His country is around Wayampajarti a Jila (permanent waterhole) in the North Western area of the Great Sandy Desert....» Read More
Nora Davidson - Featured Artist
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 18.04.09
Nora was born near the Community of Jameson where her family holds the story for Illurpa. Nora now lives at Blackstone with her family and enjoys the traditional life offered here and is a regular visitor to the Blackstone Art...» Read More
Dunkeld Open Galleries and Gardens, Nerissa Major's Art Studio
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 19.04.09
Unique Affordable Aboriginal Art, Gifts and Gemstone Jewellery For Sale. Direct from the Local Koori Artist, Nerissa Major....» Read More
Winter Open Weekend
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 19.04.09
Unique Affordable Aboriginal Art, Gifts and Gemstone Jewellery For Sale. Direct from the Local Koori Artist, Nerissa Major....» Read More
Daniel Walbidi : de la collection au prêt : entre enthousiasme et absence
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 19.04.09
Ces trois peintures de l'artiste Daniel Walbidi viennent de me quitter quelques mois pour une exposition au Musée Aborigène de la ville d'Utrecht en Hollande, le AAMU. Un sentiment étrange m'habite. D'un côté l'enthousiasme. Ce prêt contribue à présenter ce...» Read More
Famous Aboriginal painting returns
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 21.04.09
A well known piece of Aboriginal art will return to its rightful home next week. Earth's Creation by Emily Kame Kngwarreye will go on display at the Mbantua Fine Art Gallery on Thursday....» Read More
Big EyE: ABoriginAl AnimAtions presents Aboriginal Australian and Aboriginal Canadian new media artist
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 21.04.09
Big EyE: ABoriginAl AnimAtions presents Aboriginal Australian and Aboriginal Canadian new media artists who draw on digital techniques as a part of ongoing cultural maintenance. From 29 April to 15 may, Big EyE: ABoriginAl AnimAtions will be exhibited at the...» Read More
Art award rules on hold
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 27.04.09
No code of conduct will be used to keep exploitative art dealers out of this year's Telstra indigenous art award, despite a push from within sections of the Aboriginal art industry. Museum and Art Gallery NT indigenous art curator Franchesca...» Read More
Finding salvation in film
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 27.04.09
Article in The Age about Samson & Delilah director Warwick Thornton. The future film director and writer spent three years skipping school and roaming the streets of Alice Springs, where he was born, some 400 kilometres south of the country...» Read More
Aboriginal Art in Mclaren Vale
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 27.04.09
From a blog: Last weekend, I had the chance to catch a ride down south into the wine country of Mclaren Vale. There were Aboriginal paintings on display at the Red Poles gallery and cafe. Check it out if you...» Read More
Contemporary Aboriginal Art Exhibition :: Opens May 6, 6pm
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 28.04.09
MAWURNDJUL – ART AND POLITICS
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 28.04.09
A brief survey of the great Arnhemland artist, John Mawurndjul's work has been mounted in Canberra. It sits at the Drill Hall Gallery in the ANU until 24th May. The occasion was also used to launch a book of the...» Read More
Australian & International Art Auction
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 30.04.09
Australian & International Art Auction to be held Sunday 3 May, 2pm Viewing Thursday 30 April - Saturday 2 May 11am - 5pm and by appointment Shapiro 162 Queen Street Woollahra NSW 2025 www.shapiro.com.au T 02 9326 1588 E info@shapiro.com.au...» Read More
Families cry foul over artists' move
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 30.04.09
More controversy surrounding John Ioannou from Gabriella Coslovich in The Age: During Easter, art dealer John Ioannou, who owns Agathon Galleries in Melbourne and Sydney, arranged for two senior Aboriginal artists to be moved from their remote desert community in...» Read More
17th Annual Mil-Pra AECG Aboriginal Exhibition and Art Awards
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 30.04.09
CALL FOR ENTRIES Casula Powerhouse presents in partnership with the Mil-Pra AECG 17th ANNUAL MIL-PRA AECG ABORIGINAL EXHIBITION & ART AWARD 2009 Theme: Elders Knowing - Elders Showing Celebrating indigenous art, the MIL-PRA AECG ABORIGINAL EXHIBITION & ART AWARDS is...» Read More
30 Under 30
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 30.04.09
Indigenart, Mossenson Galleries are pleased to invite you to the launch of our second, annual survey exhibition of young Indigenous artists from across Australia: 30 Under 30: A New Generation of Indigenous Art The exhibitions will be launched in both...» Read More
Aboriginal Art at "Kunsttour 2009"
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 30.04.09
INVITATION TO JOIN US AT THE KUNSTTOUR 2009 Once again the town of Uebach-Palenberg - bordering the Netherlands - is host to Aboriginal Art from Australia. If you are looking for masterpieces of indigenous art the Aboriginal Art Gallery Brit‘s...» Read More
May, 2009
ABORIGINAL ART AT CANNES!
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 01.05.09
The Cannes Film Festival will host the world-wide launch of the Aussie film, Samson & Delilah – featuring the great Warlpiri artist, Mitjili Napanangka Gibson, in her second film role. Not only the artist, but her art features seriously in...» Read More
Emily's creation finds new home in Alice
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 01.05.09
From ABC News: The family of one of Australia's most celebrated Indigenous artists gathered today to witness the return of one of her paintings to central Australia. Emily Kngwarreye painted Earth's Creation at Utopia, 220 kilometres north-east of Alice Springs,...» Read More
The Blackstone Reading Room
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 01.05.09
A great post with a wonderful picture from Papulankutja Artists: Edith Lyons and Jean Lane, having an in-depth read of the new 'Art Collector Guide to Aboriginal Art Centres' Magazine. Both featured in the magazine with stunning artworks. Please check...» Read More
INVITATION TO JOIN US AT THE KUNSTTOUR 2009
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 04.05.09
INVITATION TO JOIN US AT THE KUNSTTOUR 2009 Once again the town of Uebach-Palenberg - bordering the Netherlands - is host to Aboriginal Art from Australia. If you are looking for masterpieces of indigenous art the Aboriginal Art Gallery Brit‘s...» Read More
Artistic gems from the Australian outback
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 04.05.09
It's not often that I come across a painting that vibrates. I don't mean literally, as in a work engineered for actual physical movement, or one that plays with both a viewer's perception and a picture's surface in the style...» Read More
Oxford's Pitt Rivers Museum reopens after £1.5m revamp
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 04.05.09
The Pitt Rivers Museum in Parks Road closed last July for the £1.5m revamp, which won £1m from the Heritage Lottery Fund and other grants. A special programme of Bank Holiday weekend events starts tonight. Collections move assistant Kate Greenaway...» Read More
The 3 Kings
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 06.05.09
Sarrita and Tarisse King will pay homage to their father, the highly respected artist and elder, William (Bill) King Jungala (1966 – 2007), in a powerful exhibition at Kate Owen Gallery. The exhibition opens from 6 – 8pm on 7th...» Read More
Visiting the old outback haunts of an Aboriginal water colourist
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 06.05.09
Aboriginal art to many tourists in Australia means paintings on bare rock and the Rainbow Serpent creation myth rendered in rich colours with the dot technique. Aborigines and watercolours hardly seem to go together. But Albert Namatjira, who ranks as...» Read More
Central Australian Film Samson and Delilah screens at the Cannes Film Festival
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 07.05.09
Samson and Delilah, written and directed by Warwick Thornton and shot in central Australia screens at the Cannes Film Festival next week. As quoted from the director: 'Samson & Delilah is a love story, but perhaps not in the traditional...» Read More
Other side art: Trevor Nickolls, a survey of paintings and drawings 1972–2007, 13 May to 2 August 2009 (and national tour 2009–10)
Posted by | 08.05.09
Other side art is the first museum survey of the work of South Australian indigenous artist, Trevor Nickolls, known as “the father of urban aboriginal art” (Brenda Croft, former senior curator of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art at the...» Read More
Interview with Leon Paroissien and Bernice Murphy
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.05.09
Interview with Leon Paroissien and Bernice Murphy This is an excerpt from the interview which looks at Aboriginal art only. The full interview can be found at the url below. The interview was made in 2006. In the Perspecta exhibition...» Read More
Aboriginal Art Exhibit Opens at the Fowler
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.05.09
In 1971 in the tiny settlement of Papunya, a group of Australian Aboriginal men began transferring their sacred ceremonial designs onto pieces of masonite board. Since this crucial transformative period, Australian Aboriginal art has become an international phenomenon, widely exhibited...» Read More
WA ART PRIZE NOMINEES NAMED
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 12.05.09
Fifteen Indigenous artists and one artists collective are nominated for Australia's richest art prizes. They are: Tony Albert (born 1981 Townsville QLD, lives Brisbane QLD) Lorraine Connelly-Northey (born 1962 Swan Hill VIC, lives Swan Hill VIC) Timothy Cook...» Read More
GLORIA GOES TO PARIS
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 15.05.09
Celebrated Utopia artist, Gloria Petyarr has become the first Australian artist commissioned by Hermes, the swanky international fashion house based in Paris. Gloria's Leaf design was selected by Hermes for their 2009 collection, and has just been released internationally. The...» Read More
Sacred secrets in Aboriginal art at the Fowler
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.05.09
The Fowler exhibit, "Icons of the Desert: Early Aboriginal Paintings from Papunya," features 49 paintings and focuses largely on the early years of Western Desert Painting's development. A companion exhibit, "Innovations in Western Desert Painting, 1972-1999," gives museum-goers a chance...» Read More
Pushing boundaries
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.05.09
Just read the book! You can understand Cees Nooteboom's frustration. He writes a potentially controversial book about a young Brazilian woman having mystically awakening sex with an almost speechless Aboriginal artist, and the response in Australia is silence. "I'm curious,"...» Read More
Warwick Thornton discusses Samson and Delilah with the WSWS
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.05.09
Samson and Delilah writer, director and cinematographer Warwick Thornton spoke with the World Socialist Web Site this month when his film screened at the Message Sticks film festival in Sydney. Thornton, who was born and raised in Alice Springs, Central...» Read More
Painting of child actor is Archibald People's Choice
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.05.09
VINCENT FANTAUZZO won the Archibald People's Choice Prize for the second consecutive time today, with a portrait of the young Aboriginal actor Brandon Walters. Walters became a star overnight when he appeared in Baz Luhrmann's film, Australia, but at the...» Read More
Desart welcomes $10m industry funding
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.05.09
The head of Desart in central Australia says the Federal Government has got its priorities right in granting extra money to the Aboriginal art industry. A $10 million package for Aboriginal art was announced in this week's Federal Budget. The...» Read More
Aboriginal Art Shines in Charlottesville
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.05.09
The surprising Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection is part of the University of Virginia (which was designed by Thomas Jefferson). The small museum opened in 1997 through a gift by businessman John W. Kluge, who began collecting Aboriginal art in the...» Read More
Samson and Delilah
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.05.09
Some might say it is a simple love story, but delve deeper and you will find one of the richest narratives told in Australian cinema. In an isolated community in the central desert of Australia, Delilah (Marissa Gibson) spends the...» Read More
Interview with Warwick Thornton, writer/director of Samson & Delilah
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.05.09
Interview with Warwick Thornton, writer/director of Samson & Delilah: Few first-time feature filmmakers are greeted with the kind of accolades bestowed upon Australian director Warwick Thornton, whose triumphant Cannes-selected indigenous drama Samson & Delilah has prompted a gushing response from...» Read More
Venice Reflux: Doctorin' The Tardis
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.05.09
All that is missing from Gladwell's imagery is a large monolith and some token Aboriginals with a spear and shield. Vernon Ah Kee rises from the pages of The Australian to create an interesting debate with his 'Commissioner': "The problem...» Read More
Introducing the Australian Art Market Blog - australianartmarket.com
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.05.09
As a Sydney, Australia based art market analyst and art consultant I am sure you would not be surprised to hear that I have a particular interest in Australian art and the Australian art market. Having spent the last couple...» Read More
Minister lashes the 'culture vultures' of Aboriginal art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.05.09
Responding to growing disquiet in central Australia, where Aboriginal artists are angry that secret cultural material contained in paintings is being exhibited internationally, NT Arts and Aboriginal Affairs Minister Alison Anderson has intervened to overturn government policy of researching and...» Read More
Susan Lowish - Treasuring Aboriginal Art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.05.09
Host/Speaker Susan Lowish, Ph.D. Sponsored by Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection Type Speakers - Arts/Performing Arts Location Kluge-Ruhe Date and Time Friday May 15, 2009 7:00 PM (EST) Description Susan Lowish, Lecturer in Australian art history, University of Melbourne, will discuss...» Read More
Mike Anderson new director of AAMU
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.05.09
As of 1 June Mike Anderson, presently Cultural Governance programme leader at Kunst & Zaken, will be director of the AAMU Museum of contemporary Aboriginal art in Utrecht. He will succeed Ms Daniëlle van den Broek, who was director of...» Read More
Best in the west
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 18.05.09
Culture vulture: The clutch of modern and heritage buildings on the city's northern shoulder house the Western Australian Museum, the Art Gallery of Western Australia and the Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts. Founded in 1895, the art gallery collection contains...» Read More
Kaleidoscope of Colour
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 19.05.09
An exhibition of photography, landscape painting and Indigenous art. Smith & Hall invite you to step into a Kaleidoscope of Colour featuring new works by Camilla Connolly, Renato Grome and Ronnie Tjampitjinpa. Exhibition runs from 19th - 31st May 2009...» Read More
Kanyiri with Bob Randall
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 20.05.09
Nerissa Major, a Koori Aboriginal Artist from Western Victoria, will be displaying some of her Unique Art at "Kanyiri with Bob Randall'. Also a Didgeridoo Performance by Russell Smith and a 'Bush Tucker' supper is provided. Entry is Adults $20...» Read More
Adam Hill: A Colony of Terrors
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 20.05.09
A Colony of Terrors 23 May - 11 June 2009 Opens Wednesday 27 May, 6pm To be opened by Adam Geczy Artist, Writer & Lecturer, Syney College of the Arts 7pm, Artist talk and special guest performances Adam Hill does...» Read More
EMSAH Research Seminar: Aboriginal Art & Systems Theory
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 21.05.09
This paper examines parallels between Aboriginal knowledge paradigms and key principles of Systems Theory. Twentieth century scholarship in Cultural Anthropology was instrumental in formulation of ‘whole systems thinking’ that underscores multidisciplinary imperatives of contemporary scholarship. Through analysis of artworks as...» Read More
Senior Kimberley artist couple show paintings of their country
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.05.09
Luka (Mud) 13 June – 4 July 2009 In their second joint exhibition, husband and wife Tommy and Dorothy May present colourful new paintings of their country, The Great Sandy Desert. A beautiful large canvas was painted jointly , with...» Read More
The stuff of dreams
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.05.09
Great article in The Age about Trevor Nickolls: Destined to paint, Trevor Nickolls pursued his creative dream until the art world was finally awakened, writes Gabriella Coslovich. In the inner city suburb of Bowden, Adelaide, Trevor Nickolls lives alone but...» Read More
Assortment of art awaits
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.05.09
Article about the Roebourne Art Group: Roebourne, known as Yirramagadu to the region’s indigenous peoples, is a place rich in culture and arts and nowhere is this more evident than at the Roebourne Art Group. Located in a small unassuming...» Read More
Tribal Art - New artist at Tony Bond art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.05.09
From TribalWords blog: Here at Aboriginals Gallery, also known as TribalWorks, an online gallery offering Australian Aboriginal art and artifacts, we received the following letter from our good friend, Tony Bond of Adelaide, South Australia. We have purchased from Tony...» Read More
Go Walkabout for Rare View of Aboriginal Art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.05.09
In Papunya, an aboriginal relief camp in the central Australian desert area near the town of Alice Springs, a teacher provided village elders with paint, tools and encouragement. And, in the process, he helped launch a unique artistic movement that...» Read More
Kluge-Ruhe Tour with Margo Smith
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.05.09
Kluge-Ruhe Tour with Margo Smith Date/s: May 23, 2009 Time:10:30 a.m. Location Kluge-Ruhe Sponsored by Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection Category Speakers, Public Event Web Site Event Web Site Contact Information Phone: 434.244.0234...» Read More
Club banner to promote region
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.05.09
The Wagin Shire Council was approached to submit a banner for this project and this year they offered the idea to Wagin Rotary Club member Gloria Bliss. Mrs Bliss, who has a degree in Contemporary Aboriginal Art and graduated her...» Read More
A decade of Australia’s indigenous fine art 1999-2009
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.05.09
A decade of Australia’s indigenous fine art 1999-2009 Curated by McCulloch & McCulloch Art & Books Designed as a ‘walk through our books’, the exhibition, part of Salt Contemporary Art's Winter Arts Programme, comprises more than 40 Aboriginal paintings, prints,...» Read More
McCulloch’s Aboriginal Art @ Salt Contemporary
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.05.09
McCulloch’s Aboriginal Art @ Salt Contemporary A decade of Australia’s indigenous fine art 1999-2009 Curated by McCulloch & McCulloch Art & Books Designed as a ‘walk through our books’, the exhibition, part of Salt Contemporary Art's Winter Arts Programme, comprises...» Read More
Shalom Institute funds Aboriginal medical students
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 29.05.09
Sydney’s Shalom Institute is funding Aboriginal medical students through the exhibition and sale of Aboriginal art..with ten indigenous students currently in residence in Shalom College. The Shalom Institute’s support for the Aboriginal education scholarship program Shalom Gamarada goes from strength...» Read More
Art For Sale
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 29.05.09
Speaker: Barbara Ashford, School of Social Science, UQ The art dealership is situated at a nexus of relationships that contest and negotiate culturally informed values and categories of fine art, Aboriginality and commodities. I argue that dealers in Aboriginal art...» Read More
June, 2009
Fake art damaging reputation of local artists (TBM)
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 01.06.09
Indigenous galleries and artists have recently raised concerns about unauthentic Aboriginal art in Australia. Sales and marketing manager of Murra Wolka Creations, Dean Slockee, said unauthentic Aboriginal art gave profits to other countries and altered the reputation of the Aboriginal...» Read More
Luka (Mud) exhibition online
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 02.06.09
Luka (Mud) 13 June – 4 July 2009 In their second joint exhibition, husband and wife Tommy and Dorothy May present colourful new paintings of their country, The Great Sandy Desert. A beautiful large canvas was painted jointly , with...» Read More
Adam Hill performs his alternative anthem, Ausfailure National Tantrum,
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 03.06.09
CHANNEL NINE Friday June 5, 9-11am Interview with Adam Hill and he performs his alternative anthem, Ausfailure National Tantrum, on Channel Nine's Mornings with Kerri-Anne this Friday June 5. Adam Hill was featured in Monday's Sydney Morning Herald, page...» Read More
BACK ROOM PASS
Posted by | 03.06.09
BACK ROOM PASS – Indigenous Fine Art Affordable and Collectible It can be quite a challenge operating a home based Indigenous Fine Art gallery which doesn’t publicise a street address or hang signage inviting in walk-by traffic, but Artitja Fine...» Read More
Nerissa Major's Artworks
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 04.06.09
An Unique Collection of Affordable Aboriginal Art by Western Victorian Koori Artist, Nerissa Major....» Read More
Boolarng Nangamai Aboriginal Art & Culture Studio
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 05.06.09
A photo from Flickr of the Boolarng Nangamai Aboriginal Art & Culture Studio Uploaded to Flickr on June 3, 2009 by robynejay...» Read More
Real to Surreal, Scenes from the Centre
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.06.09
Real to Surreal, Scenes from the Centre: Journey with the new generation of Hermannsburg watercolour artists The Art Centre Ngurratjuta Iltja Ntjarra; Many Hands Art Centre is situated in the township of Alice Springs and has been established to provide...» Read More
Our Country. River Country
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.06.09
Tandanya is pleased to welcome back Mimi Arts and Crafts. Established in 1978 as an Aboriginal initiative, Mimi Arts and Crafts is a wholly Aboriginal owned and controlled cooperative. Representing the entire 380,000 kilometres of the Katherine region, Mimi proudly...» Read More
Art & Heart: the art of Darryl Pfitzner Milika – a retrospective: 30 years on
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.06.09
Darryl Pfitzner Milika has been practising his art in a variety of mediums for over 25 years: he has been the creator, the designer and principal artist or "special guest" contributing artist for 3 of Adelaide's most outstanding public sculptural...» Read More
A work of Persol
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.06.09
The “A Work of Persol” project is a celebration of the artistic process. The work of nine artists of varying disciplines from around the globe has been curated for a traveling exhibition launched at the Salone Internazionale del Mobile. A...» Read More
Menzies Art Brands June 2009 Catalogue Online
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.06.09
A combination of fine art and Australian Aboriginal art. Please follow the link below for further details and to view the catalogue online....» Read More
When beauty walked the world
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.06.09
Nicolas Rothwell writes about Ancestral Power and the Aesthetic: Ancestral Power and the Aesthetic breaks new ground by displaying 32 of the most majestic pieces in his collection, and making detailed use of Thomson's field notes to tease out the...» Read More
$1m grant gets art online
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.06.09
The presence of indigenous art at the Art Gallery of South Australia will be transformed by a $1.05 million grant from Santos. The funds will overcome a major impediment in the gallery's plans to make the most of its pioneering...» Read More
Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair 2009
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.06.09
13 AUG 2009 - 15 AUG 2009 Free entry The Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair will provide a unique artistic experience for all lovers of indigenous art and culture. Representing over 30 community arts centres from across Australia, including Arnhem Land,...» Read More
2009 Parliament of New South Wales Aboriginal Art Prize
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.06.09
The Parliament of New South Wales Aboriginal Art Prize has an award of $20,000, and is awarded annually to a NSW Aboriginal artist. Entries for the 2009 Parliament of New South Wales Aboriginal Art Prize close on 26 June. Further...» Read More
Colour Country: Art from Roper River' Tours for a Year
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 10.06.09
It could hardly be further from the rich wetlands of the Roper River on the Gulf of Carpentaria coast at the southern fringe of Arnhemland. But the Wagga Wagga Art Gallery in dry old New South Wales has just opened...» Read More
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Warmurunngu- Nyarrapyi Giles Solo Exhibition
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.06.09
Warmurunngu is the name of a site where women collect Kaarku ( coloured ochres) used in Inma (women ceremonies). When ochres are excavated and the spirits of the Karaya (emus) are released like Warlpa (wind) and take physical form. The...» Read More
Ochre Dreaming: Stories from the East Kimberley
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.06.09
The ReDot gallery is proud to welcome back the natural ochre artworks of the famous Warmun Art Centre. After a very successful 1st exhibition in June 2008, the unique canvases of this Kimberley community will again be gracing the walls...» Read More
"FAKE!", the underbelly of the Australian art world exposed
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.06.09
Reporter Quentin McDermott tells how up to ten per cent of art that's resold across Australia could be problematic. This crisis of confidence has led art lovers to demand that any fake unfairly traded should be destroyed or registered, to...» Read More
Aboriginal Paintings Are Larger Than Life
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.06.09
What a great photo of the NAB atms!...» Read More
From Wirrimanu
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.06.09
Out of the Great Sandy Desert and the home of the Kukatja comes fresh work from the new wave of Warlayirti Artists....» Read More
October Survey
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.06.09
The quality of art being produced is a testament to the hard work being done by community art centres from the Top End, Kimberley and Desert country....» Read More
Bush Dolls from the Heart – the inaugural exhibition of the Yarrenyty-Arltere Artists
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.06.09
Yarrenyty-Arltere Learning centre began in 2000, as a grass roots response to the chronic social distress faced by a Western Arrernte community in Alice Springs....» Read More
3 Rivers Aboriginal Art Space to open in Lismore on 19 June 2009
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.06.09
The long awaited Indigenous art centre has arrived in the form of the ‘3 Rivers Aboriginal Art Space’. Located at 125 Magellan Street Lismore the centre will be used for workshops, meetings, forums, exhibitions as well as an artist studio...» Read More
New Job - Warakurna Artists - Studio and Admin Coordinator
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.06.09
Assist the Manager in the day to day operations of the Warakurna artists’ studio and general business operations. An art lover with a head for paperwork will flourish in this role. For the position description please contact: Desart Michelle Culpitt...» Read More
emerging and re-emerging
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.06.09
emerging and re-emerging - a survey show from Mangkaja Arts, Fitzroy Crossing, W.A This exhibition features works by Greg Peterson, Eva Nargoodah, Sonia Kurarra and Andrea Pindan, exciting new artists from Mangkaja Arts....» Read More
Warakurna Artists Travelling North - Darwin Exhibition
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.06.09
Outstation Gallery, Darwin in conjunction with Warakurna Artists, Western Australia proudly invites you to view new paintings by Warakurna Artists, including: Tommy Mitchell, Tjapartji Bates, Eunice Yunurupa Porter, Peter Tjarluri Lewis, Carol Maayatja Golding, Tjunka Lewis & Rachel Jennings. DETAILS...» Read More
ArtiFacts Aboriginal Art Consultancy Launch
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 12.06.09
Jane Raffan, former Head of Aboriginal Art at Shapiro, has launched ArtiFacts, a consultancy practice focused on delivering dependable and expert advice in the specialist field of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art. THE SERVICE Services include collection management, market...» Read More
Ngalla marraaju wuuju dulka kilwanmaruthu / We'll show you our country
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 12.06.09
The ReDot gallery is proud to welcome the 1st Singaporean show for the powerful and colourful works of the Bentinck Island Art Gang. "Ngalla marraaju wuuju dulka kilwanmaruthu/we'll show you our country" will showcase the very best from this group...» Read More
RED OCHRE PRIZE GOES TO DOUGHTY FIGHTER
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 12.06.09
Yolgnu painter and rights campaigner Gawirrin Gumana AO was honoured with the most senior prize in Indigenous arts at the Australia Council's 2009 National Indigenous Arts Awards recently. The $50,000 Red Ochre Award was presented by film director Baz Luhrmann,...» Read More
Aichi World Expo, Japan
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 13.06.09
Vicki Couzens (Koroit); Lee Darroch (Raymond Island); Treahna Hamm (Wodonga); Eileen Harrison (Warragul); Lisa Kennedy (Toora); Kim Lampton (Rye); Jennifer Mullett (Bairnsdale); Ray Thomas (Lalor); Lyn Thorpe (Preston) and Kevin Williams (Echuca)....» Read More
GARMA TALKS CULTURE IN AUGUST
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 15.06.09
The Indigenous Creative Industries is the 2009 theme of the nationally significant Key Forum at this year's Garma Festival of Traditional Culture, Australia’s leading Indigenous cultural exchange, to be held for the 11th time in August at Gulkula, near Nhulunbuy...» Read More
Barbara Weir - My Country
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 15.06.09
Central Australia's Barbara Weir has excited audiences all over the world with highly compelling abstract canvases that masterfully evoke a timeless illusion of depth and subtle rhythmic movement' (Marie Giessler). Recently voted as one of Australia's top 50 most collectable...» Read More
Aboriginal Art and Australia
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.06.09
Australian Aboriginal Art is much sought after internationally, but Australians overall and Aborigines themselves benefit little from it. By John August Gordon Syron is an Aboriginal artist who understands the market better than most, having run an art gallery...» Read More
Shapiro Australian and International Art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.06.09
AUSTRALIAN AND INTERNATIONAL ART | SYDNEY | MAY 3 | 2.00PM 162 Queen Street Woollahra | On View Saturday 25 April – Saturday 2 May 11am – 5pm...» Read More
Australian Aboriginal Art on Display at Fowler
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.06.09
Friday’s Ventura County Star reports on two exhibitions currently on display at the Fowler Museum at UCLA: "Icons of the Desert," which features rarely seen Australian Aboriginal paintings from the tiny settlement of Papunya, and "Innovations in Western Desert Painting,"...» Read More
Up Cazaly fly NT artists
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.06.09
Are footy stars Michael O'Loughlin and Leon Davis represented in this year's Telstra Aboriginal Art Award? Or are they figures from a bygone era, perhaps Derek Kickett and Wally Lovett - or Robbie Ah Mat, who played for both Sydney...» Read More
Journey with art: Descendants of Purfleet band work with visiting artist
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.06.09
Descendants of the members of a Purfleet band in 1909 have placed their hands and finger prints on a huge painting copied from an historic photograph at Manning Regional Art Gallery this week. Families of the people in the photograph...» Read More
Ochres to Dust - Coo-ee Stock Show
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 19.06.09
Ochres to Dust 15th June - 15th July 2009 This exhibition is a collection of works from put together from Coo-ee's stock....» Read More
Australian Company Sold Fake Aboriginal Art, Watchdog Group Says
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 19.06.09
An Aboriginal art wholesaler and retailer is being sued for allegedly selling works purported to be of Aboriginal origin when actually they were from Indonesia. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is bringing a lawsuit against the Australian Dreamtime Creations...» Read More
Resources sector invests in the arts
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 19.06.09
From the Western Australia Business News: Supporting Western Australia's arts sector is part and parcel of being a resources company, according to Oakajee Port and Rail (OPR) chief executive Christopher Eves. Mr Eves told WA Business News it was essential...» Read More
ACCC investigates 'Aboriginal' art dealer
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 19.06.09
The consumer watchdog has taken legal action against an Aboriginal art dealer which allegedly sold art made in Indonesia under the guise it was Australian. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has accused the retailer, Australian Dreamtime Creations, of...» Read More
THOMSON TIME COMES TO MELBOURNE
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 22.06.09
Thomson Time was discovered Down South when the film, Ten Canoes revealed that in parts of Arnhemland, the period when anthropologist Donald Thomson photographed and recorded his encounters with Yolgnu people in the 1930s and 40s have come to be...» Read More
In other worlds
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 22.06.09
From The Age: In the Northern Territory's imaginary landscapes, Sophie Cunningham sees anew. I realised that, despite my distance from Central Australia and the indigenous culture there, I had heard Aboriginal stories and looked at Aboriginal art for much of...» Read More
Western Desert Mob Art Centres go Troppo - Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair August 2009
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.06.09
Western Desert Mob members Tjanpi Desert Weavers, Tjarlirli Art and Warakurna Artists are travelling north to Darwin to participate in this year’s prestigious Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair. The Art Fair coincides with the 26th Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait...» Read More
Kimberley in harmony
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.06.09
Early in last year's dry season, abstract artist Ildiko Kovacs set out on a journey she had long yearned to make, up to Fitzroy Crossing in the far-off Kimberley. For three weeks, she haunted the Mangkaja Art Centre's studio shed,...» Read More
NAKAMARRA'S ABSTRACTION: CONTINUITY AND CHANGE
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.06.09
A new post by Will Owen about Mick Namarari Tjapaltjarri with some wonderful photographs: I remember visiting Papunya Tula Artists' Todd Street shop late in 1998, a few months after Mick Namarari Tjapaltjarri passed away. Namarari was among the first...» Read More
Artist ‘returns from the dead’
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.06.09
The last time Keith Adams saw Nyarrapyi Giles, she was an emaciated teenage mother trying desperately to keep her two small sons alive in the Gibson Desert while teetering on the brink of death herself. After arranging for the dehydrated,...» Read More
Buy your 'aboriginal art' — direct from Indonesia
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.06.09
An art wholesaler investigated for selling phoney Aboriginal artefacts imported from Indonesia has exposed the breadth of use of non-existent "pseudonyms" to cash in on the success of legitimate indigenous artists. Australian Dreamtime Creations and its director, Tony Antoniou, are...» Read More
Big Eye: Aboriginal Animatiations
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.06.09
Aboriginal Dreaming in the digital age Big Eye: Aboriginal Animations presents Aboriginal Australian and Aboriginal Canadian new media artists who draw on digital techniques as a part of ongoing cultural maintenance. From July 3 until July 18, Big Eye: Aboriginal...» Read More
Two auctions at Shapiro this Sunday, 28 June
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 28.06.09
Two auctions at Shapiro this Sunday, 28 June: 20 / 21 C Design Auction commences 2pm Aboriginal Art Auction commences 3pm Viewing Friday & Saturday 11am - 5pm. Viewing Sunday 10am - 12noon Catalogues available online For further information please...» Read More
Big City Challenges – The Marrka Wangka Story
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 30.06.09
A group of artworkers have used a visit to Melbourne for personal and career development. The ten artworkers from across Central Australia took part in ‘Marrka Wangka’ – meaning ‘strong talk’ – a five day training program designed to develop...» Read More
July, 2009
The Prairie Hotel Flinders Ranges
Posted by | 01.07.09
The Prairie Hotel is Australia’s most-awarded Outback hotel. Why do people fly in from all over the world to stay or eat here? See for yourself… The Prairie Hotel perfectly blends Outback adventure with a slice of city luxury -...» Read More
Seattle Museum to Return Aboriginal Object, Without Being Asked
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 03.07.09
In 1970, Seattle Art Museum (SAM) founder Richard Fuller purchased an Australian Aboriginal sacred object that the museum has never shown. Now it’s being returned, even though no one has asked SAM to do so. The person responsible is SAM's...» Read More
Outstation launches new website
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 03.07.09
Outstation recently celebrated its 1st Birthday by re-launching its website....» Read More
Aboriginal Art Shines in Charlottesville
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 03.07.09
Aboriginal Art Date:2009 Auction House:Sotheby's Location: Australia Catalogue Information: 153 lots 150 with images Viewing Notes: Fri, 17 Jul 09, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sat, 18 Jul 09, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sun, 19 Jul 09, 11:00 AM...» Read More
Karen returns to her artistic roots
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 03.07.09
“After studying for four years I discovered I was a Victorian Koori. So we do more line work rather than dotting,” she said. She is now studying to be a teacher at the Indigenous Education Centre at Kangan Batman TAFE...» Read More
FIRST STEP IN TACKLING RACISM
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 03.07.09
Last week the head of WA’s peak multicultural lobby group, the Ethnic Communities Council of WA warned that Australian society is becoming more racist as the economic downturn fuels hostility towards foreigners. In response the Council has developed a website...» Read More
From little things . . .
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 03.07.09
Another business entrepreneur who captured a simple idea and took it to the next level is Kelli Ryan, who last year started the Boolarng Nangamai Aboriginal Art & Culture Studio in Gerringong, on the south coast of NSW. While many...» Read More
Gallery on wheels
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 06.07.09
A unique vehicle, which has spent the past few years spreading the message on indigenous culture, is undergoing an amazing transformation. But the stunning artwork, which makes the message stick unique, will not be touched. The ex army Landrover ambulance...» Read More
Campbelltown Arts Centre - Aboriginal Art Display
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 06.07.09
Great post by Kate on the bike about the Aboriginal Art Display at the Campbelltown Arts Centre:...» Read More
NGA to run programs to foster indigenous art curating
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.07.09
The Aboriginal art market generates more than $300 million a year and produces some of Australia's most talented artists. But when it comes to managing and curating art, only a tiny percentage of Australia's visual arts professionals are indigenous. For...» Read More
Di West - Murmurs and memories realised in Di's artwork
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.07.09
Di admits that she loves Aboriginal art and believes it is not appreciated enough. “Aboriginal art is so beautiful, underestimated and undervalued and the lovely thing about their work is that they don't know who Picasso is or who Van...» Read More
Aboriginal art on show
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.07.09
MEMBERS of Hume’s indigenous community have been busily preparing for NAIDOC week, which kicked off on Sunday. During NAIDOC (National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee) week indigenous Australians celebrate their cultures and their contribution to society. Hume City Council...» Read More
Peter Garrett to open Dailan Pugh’s exhibition in Lismore
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.07.09
The Federal Minister for the Environment, Heritage and the Arts, Peter Garrett, will have the chance to soak up the rich cultural and environmental heritage of our region during a full day of events when he visits Page on Wednesday....» Read More
State Government helps indigenous artists with program support
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.07.09
The Liberal-National Government has provided a $30,000 grant to help remote indigenous communities develop their art as a sustainable means of income. Premier Colin Barnett today confirmed the funding when he visited FORM Contemporary Craft and Design in Port Hedland,...» Read More
National Arts and Crafts Industry Support
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.07.09
The National Arts and Crafts Industry Support (NACIS) program provides direct funding support to Indigenous art centres and arts support and advocacy organisations. The program's overall objectives are to assist art centres to become stronger and to build a more...» Read More
Cash for Desart, other centres
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.07.09
Central Australian Aboriginal art centres are the big winners from the federal government's latest arts funding package, which divides $9.3 million between 86 organisations. The biggest recipient is Desart, the umbrella body for central Australian Aboriginal art centres, with $1,489,300...» Read More
Taking Bundjalung art to the world
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.07.09
Arts Northern Rivers and Lismore Tourism have put their heads together and created an Indigenous art space at the Lismore Visitor Information Centre so people can enjoy and buy homegrown Bundjalung art. The centre attracts around 50,000 visitors each year...» Read More
2 Live 2 Deadly
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.07.09
TIGA BAYLES: It's hard to have a blackfella radio station without blackfella music, and it's hard to get the promotion and get known as an Aboriginal artist if you haven't got Aboriginal radio stations, because the mainstream stations and mainstream...» Read More
GWAS Media Musings
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.07.09
ArtWorld magazine, the bi-monthly glossy dedicated to the contemporary art scene launched in early 2008 by publisher Steve Bush, is set to fold, along with stablemates Adam & Eve and Aboriginal Art magazine....» Read More
Generation Next set to hit WA
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 15.07.09
After a sell out exhibition in 2008, Generation Next will open at Randell Lane Fine Art on 22 July 2009 showcasing Australia's best new talent and new directions in contemporary Indigenous art. This much anticipated show will promise to dazzle...» Read More
GENERATION NEXT 2009
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 15.07.09
Generation Next is an annual exhibition focusing on new directions in contemporary Indigenous Art. This stunning exhibition is not to be missed....» Read More
Ada Bird Petyarre c. 1930 - 2009
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 15.07.09
Acclaimed Utopia artist, Ada Bird Petyarre, well known for the breast paint-ups of her Awelye (body paint designs) and for Arnkerrthe (Mountain Devil Lizard) paintings, passed away peacefully on Sunday 28th June. Famous for her bubbly personality, Ada was the...» Read More
Page 8
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 15.07.09
Adelaide Festival Centre's Australian Stories program presents Company B's production of Page 8 written by David Page and Louis Nowra Following a successful, critically acclaimed 2005 Adelaide Cabaret Festival season, Page 8 has been thrilling audiences around the world. An...» Read More
Eyeing the invisible
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.07.09
He's Australian by birth, and of Scottish and Australian Aboriginal descent - but he has created many of his major works in far-flung locales including Lithuania, England, India, China and New York. These works themselves also defy easy categorisation, encompassing...» Read More
Explore the Red Centre
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.07.09
Wander through Alice Springs and visit the numerous Indigenous art galleries — excellent places to pick up an authentic piece of unique Aboriginal art. The award-winning Alice Springs Resort is a good base from which to take to the skies...» Read More
Taking Bundjalung art to the world
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.07.09
From the Northern Rivers Echo: If you travel to places with a high population of Aboriginal artists like Alice Springs or Darwin, there’s plenty of venues where you can find and buy local Indigenous art. But in Lismore, such a...» Read More
Annual Telstra Aboriginal Art Awards 1 month away
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.07.09
It's nearly that time of year again, The 26th Telstra National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Art Award's (NATSIAA) open in a months time on the 14th August. It will be very interesting to see the styles of Art that...» Read More
Aboriginal artist honored in Washington D.C. for NAIDOC Week
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.07.09
Ken Thaiday Senior, respected artist from the Torres Strait Island, presents his visions and art with grace and eloquence. With his wife Liz by his side, they have been transported from one world to another to be honored in Washington,...» Read More
Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair 2009
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.07.09
Indigenous Instyle is excited to announce we will be attending the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair in August to search for artworks from established and new artists....» Read More
Indigenous art on show
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.07.09
The opening of the Visual Voices - Aboriginal Art of the South East Exhibition at Central Tilba Hall on Friday evening felt like something of an historic occasion. The atmosphere was one of pride in achievement, cultural reaffirmation and reconciliation....» Read More
Shapes offer no hint of the horror within
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.07.09
A Rover Thomas recording tells the story behind a dark work, writes Louise Schwartzkoff. At first glance, the painting looks innocent enough; a few abstract shapes and dotted lines that could be an aerial map or a stylised design. In...» Read More
New theory may put location of Joseph Lycett painting in perspective
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.07.09
A 200-year-old mystery about one of Newcastle's most famous pieces of Aboriginal art history may have been solved, with a new theory about the location of a Joseph Lycett painting. Lycett was a convict and one of Australia's earliest colonial...» Read More
Warlukurlangu Survey Show 2009
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.07.09
The beautiful and colourful works of the Warlukurlangu Artists' Aboriginal Association, hailing from Darwin, Australia, will be in town between 26 August to 3 October. International. Dubbed the Warlukurlangu Survey Show 2009, the exhibition pays homage to the aboriginal art...» Read More
Totems tell the story
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 18.07.09
Aboriginal totems are painted in a modernist style making some of them appear as shiny and straight as steel, in artist Ian Waldron's new show opening July 17. Waldron's varying depictions of his Kurtjar clan's bloodwood tree dominate his new...» Read More
The local road to recovery
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 18.07.09
Various paradoxes flow from the strange configuration of divergent interests in the Territory. Traditional community leaders and those close to the cultural heart of remote Aboriginal societies tend to have quite strong biases in favour of a degree of modernisation...» Read More
Public Works: Ginger Riley Munduwalawa
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 18.07.09
Ginger Riley Munduwalawala, Limmen Bight River Country (1992). Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney, bought 1992. On display until December 6. IN the 1950s Ginger Riley Munduwalawala was working as a stockman, droving cattle from the vast stations of the Northern...» Read More
National art award for local artist
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 18.07.09
Local Aboriginal artist, Nyree Reynolds, has won the prestigious Mil-Pra AECG Aboriginal Art Award for the second time. Ms Reynolds received the award for her painting, ‘Elders Knowing-Elders Showing, Children Watching-Children Learning’. The award was presented at Casula Powerhouse as...» Read More
Aboriginal art exhibition raises funds for Indigenous medical students
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 18.07.09
Daniel Walbidi discovered art as a ten-year-old at school, starting out painting still life scenes. Now he introduces the traditional Aboriginal art style to old and young people in his Western Australian community. "Usually in our culture it's the elders...» Read More
Aboriginal Art Exhibition to Raise Funds for Indigenous Medicine
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 19.07.09
"I'm privileged I'm able to use my success to help other people", says Yulparija artist Daniel Walbidi from Bidyadanga near Broome. Walbidi - still in his 20s - discovered art as a ten-year-old at school, starting out painting still life...» Read More
Aboriginal standouts should hold their value
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 19.07.09
Sotheby's Aboriginal art sale on Monday night is likely to see prices equal those of earlier sales of white-fella art this year. That means a discount of 20 to 30 per cent on the prices that were being paid before...» Read More
Indigenous art sale a litmus test of the bigger picture
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 19.07.09
It is sometimes said that when the Australian art market catches a cold, the indigenous art sector ends up with pneumonia. This fragility is why so many collectors, dealers, gallery owners and artists will be closely watching Sotheby's Aboriginal art...» Read More
Walking with Spirits - Sold Out for 2009
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 20.07.09
Presented by Djilpin Arts in partnership with the Australian Shakespeare Company, WALKING WITH SPIRITS is Beswick Community’s annual open cultural celebration. Held 20 kms from the Community at the spectacular wilderness location Malkgulumbu, WALKING WITH SPIRITS features traditional corroborree from...» Read More
2009 Aboriginal Artist of the Year Wayne Quilliam
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 20.07.09
Aboriginal photographer/videographer and artist Wayne Quilliam has been awarded what is considered one of the most prestigious Australian art accolades: 2009 NAIDOC ‘Artist of the Year’. In front of more than a thousand people at the Brisbane Convention Centre Wayne...» Read More
Aboriginal art exhibition raises funds for Indigenous medical students
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 20.07.09
Daniel Walbidi discovered art as a ten-year-old at school, starting out painting still life scenes. Now he introduces the traditional Aboriginal art style to old and young people in his Western Australian community. "Usually in our culture it's the elders...» Read More
The Allure of the Aboriginal Arts
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 20.07.09
Nice blog post about Aboriginal art...» Read More
Aboriginal art auction framing a resurgent market
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 22.07.09
Gabriella Coslovich July 21, 2009 FOR a glimmering moment, it seemed as if the boom times were back. People burst into applause when a prized drawing by the late William Barak sold for almost three times its lower estimate at...» Read More
INDIGENOUS ARTISTS UP FOR THE CLEMENGER
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 24.07.09
The 2009 Clemenger Contemporary Art Award has selected four indigenous artists amongst the 15 long-listed for this important triennial exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria.This will be the sixth and final Award in the series following a generous gift...» Read More
Our Mob 09
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.07.09
Adelaide Festival Centre is proud to present the fourth annual Our Mob exhibition, on display in the Artspace Gallery (upstairs in the Dunstan Playhouse), as well as Festival Centre theatre foyers from 8 August – 20 September 2009. Held during...» Read More
RICARDO IDAGI WINS WA ART PRIZE
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 25.07.09
Australia’s richest indigenous contemporary art award - the $50,000 Western Australian Indigenous Art Award – has been won by the Torres Strait's Ricardo Idagi. The 53 year old Idagi is a multidisciplinary artist, mask-maker and musician committed to the maintenance...» Read More
The art of war
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.07.09
Also drawing collectors this week was Sotheby's Aboriginal art sale, which answered some of the breathless questions troubling the art world. Would the indigenous market hold up or would it succumb to the global financial malaise? As with the great...» Read More
Rumours got my artists rejected: dealer
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 30.07.09
Mr Ioannou, the private dealer at the centre of last year's bitter split in the Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Awards, yesterday accused award organisers of discriminating against his clients. He said a "vicious whispering campaign" was...» Read More
Desart Artists Camps
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 31.07.09
Desart has recently held artists’ camps at Ikuntji and Blackstone. At both camps artists met to talk about current events and issues facing Art Centres, artists and their families in this time of the Global Financial Crisis. Desart’s Executive Officer...» Read More
Desart Strategic Planning Meeting
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 31.07.09
The Desart Executive met in Alice Springs on 10 June 2009 for a strategic planning session. It was the second meeting held under the leadership of the new Chairman, Mr Sammy Lyons from Angatja in the PY Lands. With the...» Read More
The Creation of Indigenous Collections in Melbourne: How Kenneth Clark, Charles Mountford, and Leonhard Adam Interrogated Australian Indigeneity
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 31.07.09
My paper will explore three personalities, Kenneth Clark, Charles Mountford and Leonard Adam, and the impact they had on the creation and exhibition of collections of indigenous objects in Australia. Kenneth Clark visited Australia briefly in 1948 and left a...» Read More
UK Move On Aboriginal Art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 31.07.09
Negotiations between Australia and UK could soon re-start in a battle over the return of valuable Aboriginal artworks, writes Nick Gibson. The Dja Dja Wurrung tribe are seeking the return of a pair of Aboriginal bark paintings - insured for...» Read More
August, 2009
Sally Gabori at Alcaston Gallery
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 02.08.09
Finalist in the 26th Telstra National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Art Award, Mirdidingkingathi Juwarnda Sally Gabori has fast become one of Australia’s leading Indigenous artists. Interest in Sally’s work has not waned during the current financial climate, and she...» Read More
Koorie Art Projected
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 03.08.09
Media Release Exhibition Projects Koorie Art from Victoria’s East Tandeera, Koorie Heritage Trust, 295 King Street Melbourne, until 21 August 2009 Three Gunnai/Kurnai artists from Victoria’s East, Eileen Harrison, Frances Harrison and Jenny Mullett, have collaborated with renowned projection...» Read More
ARTKELCH zeigt Aboriginal Art in Berlin - Papunya Tula Artists im Rahmen von "pro community"
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 04.08.09
ARTKELCH zeigt Aboriginal Art in Berlin - Papunya Tula Artists im Rahmen von "pro community" Kunst & Kultur Ab 02. Oktober zeigt ARTKELCH eine handverlesene Auswahl der besten aktuellen Arbeiten der Aboriginal Art aus Australiens führendem indigenen Kunstzentrum „Papunya Tula...» Read More
The most eye-opening show of Aboriginal art ever
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 04.08.09
Here goes: This is finest show of Aboriginal art I have ever seen. It is neither the biggest (only 20 barks, and some objects), nor the most varied (it is narrow in range), but the works are unique in historical...» Read More
Aboriginal standouts should hold their value
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 04.08.09
Sotheby's Aboriginal art sale on Monday night is likely to see prices equal those of earlier sales of white-fella art this year. That means a discount of 20 to 30 per cent on the prices that were being paid before...» Read More
Artists of the Barkly
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 05.08.09
An extraordinary journey has begun for a group of artists from the Barkly region who have been invited to showcase their work at Tandanya. Tying in with Tandanya’s 20th Anniversary celebrations this year, a two-year exhibition in the making, Artists...» Read More
Our Metro Mob 09
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 05.08.09
Tandanya is proud to present the ‘Our Metro Mob’ exhibition for 2009 as part of the SALA Festival Program. The ‘Our Metro Mob’ exhibition features Adelaide based Aboriginal emerging and established artists showcasing contemporary, vibrant, modern pieces from artists with...» Read More
Barney Ellaga - Bush Honey New Paintings
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 07.08.09
Barney Ellaga Bush Honey – New Paintings Opening Event: Wednesday 26 August 6pm – 8pm Exhibition dates: Tuesday 18 August – Sunday 12 September 2009 Alcaston Gallery is pleased to present Barney Ellaga’s fifth solo exhibition at Alcaston Gallery, Melbourne....» Read More
ABORIGINAL ART FROM THE ARTHUR PAPADIMITRIOU COLLECTION
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 08.08.09
It has been widely written how the Papunya movement, or dot painting style, started at the Papunya Aboriginal Community, about 240 kilometres northwest of Alice Springs in 1971 when a young school teacher Geoff Bardon encouraged senior elders to paint...» Read More
Discover Dunkeld, Nerissa Major's Art Studio
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.08.09
Demonstration of Emu Egg Carving 11am & 2pm Some Local Koori Stories of the Area 12.30pm & 3.30pm Cost $3 per person Also Available a Large range of Unique Affordable Local Aboriginal Artworks (Traditional, Dot, Modern, Contemporary, Abstract, Landscape and...» Read More
Aboriginal art flourishes despite recession
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.08.09
The current global financial crisis may be putting the economic pinch on the Australian art market but Aboriginal art centres in the Northern Territory are more than weathering this fiscal storm. “The global financial crisis is an interesting phenomenon,” said...» Read More
Painting by William Barak – the last chief of the Yarra Yarra tribe
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.08.09
WHAT ONE MILLION DOLLARS BUY Painting by William Barak – the last chief of the Yarra Yarra tribe – sold for 504,000 AUD William Barak’s painting, the Corroboree, was sold for 504,000 AUD ($421,797) at Sotheby’s during the “Aboriginal Art”...» Read More
Hermannsburg Potters - Iltja Nunaka Orkapuma Ntaria
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.08.09
Hermannsburg Potters Iltja Nunaka Orkapuma Ntaria Hand-made from Hermannsburg New ceramics by Irene Entata, Judith Inkamala, Rahel Ungwanaka, Carol Rontji, Lindy Rontji, Rona Rubuntja and Dawn Wheeler. Meet the potters: Wednesday 26 August 6 pm – 8 pm Irene Entata...» Read More
Aboriginal art flourishes despite recession
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.08.09
The current global financial crisis may be putting the economic pinch on the Australian art market but Aboriginal art centres in the Northern Territory are more than weathering this fiscal storm. “The global financial crisis is an interesting phenomenon,” said...» Read More
ART.TRADE to hold General Meeting in Darwin / AGM in Alice Springs
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.08.09
The Australian Indigenous Art Trade Association is holding a general meeting on Saturday the 15th of August 2009 at 10 am at the Palms City Resort on The Esplanade in Darwin. This coincides with the Annual Telstra Indigenous Art Awards...» Read More
Aboriginal leader lashes at assimilation
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.08.09
Australian National University professor Jon Altman also spoke at the forum and lambasted the territory government's homelands policy to turn 20 towns into regional hubs. Funding to more than 500 outstations, or homelands, would be frozen, forcing residents into larger...» Read More
Desert Mob 2009
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.08.09
Desert Mob is three days of events and celebrations in Alice Springs, Northern Territory in early September 2009. Desert Mob is presented by Desart in partnership with Araluen Arts Centre. Art Talks: Desert Mob Symposium – Friday 4 September 9-3pm...» Read More
Lismore cafe is no longer a wannabe
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 12.08.09
RECIEVING national recognition in the third edition of Tourism Australia's National Indigenous Tourism Product Manual is Lismore's very own GunnaWannaBe Cafe, Gallery and Learning Centre. GunnaWannaBe owners Thelma James and Mick Roberts said they were proud of their achievement. “GunnaWannaBe...» Read More
This Week In Arts
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 12.08.09
Keszler Gallery Presents Russell James 'Nomad Two Worlds' There will be an opening reception on Saturday, Aug. 8 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. for a new show entitled “Nomad Two Worlds" - an artistic collaboration of modern photography and...» Read More
Wesfarmers Arts Indigenous Fellowship consultation workshops
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 12.08.09
Consultation workshops are beginning for the Wesfarmers Arts Indigenous Fellowship, the new partnership between the National Gallery of Australia and Wesfarmers. Designed to foster the next generation of professional Indigenous leaders in the visual arts, the Fellowship will focus on...» Read More
GARMA FESTIVAL 2009
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 12.08.09
“My art is a story about the universe – about the stars”, says Gulumbu Yunupingu artlessly. The eldest member of the important Yunupingu clan, on whose land in the far North East corner of Arnhemland the annual Garma Festival has...» Read More
Moriah students meet top Aboriginal artist
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 13.08.09
Sydney’s Moriah College students met acclaimed Aboriginal artist Barbara Weir who was Artist in Residence at the school last week prior to their drive to assist needy Aboriginal children living in remote areas. The artist shared her life story with...» Read More
Vernon Ah Kee
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 13.08.09
Vernon Ah Kee Who let the dogs out? (detail) 2008 Applied vinyl, variable dimensions Site-specific work for Contemporary Australia: Optimism at QAG Vernon Ah Kee is an Indigenous Australian artist who lives and works in Brisbane. Ah Kee often utilises...» Read More
Art Fair strengthens Darwin’s lead in national stakes
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 13.08.09
Australia’s original national Aboriginal Art Fair will be held in Darwin from 13 – 15 August. The 2009 event has attracted a record 32 Indigenous owned and operated art centres from as far as East Gippsland in Victoria and the...» Read More
Keszler Gallery Brings Society And Art Together For 'Nomad Two Worlds'
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.08.09
Southampton - This past Saturday, Aug. 8 the Keszler Gallery in Southampton was the epicenter of a cultural and societal reconciliation with the exhibit “Nomad Two Worlds" a collaboration between Australian photographer Russell James and Aboriginal painter Clifton Beiundurry. “Innocence...» Read More
GULUMBU YUNUPINGU Heavens Above!
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.08.09
GULUMBU YUNUPINGU Heavens Above! ACGA Gallery @ Fed Square The Atrium, Federation Square Cnr Flinders & Swanston Streets Tuesday to Sunday 10am–5pm Gulumbu Yunupingu will make the long journey to Melbourne to proudly welcome you to her exhibition opening on...» Read More
Crossing Roper Bar Forum Event
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.08.09
Crossing Roper Bar Forum Event Friday 26 August 2009, 3 - 6pm Federation Hall, Victorian College of the Arts Cnr St Kilda Road and Grant Street, Southbank Paul Grabowsky's Australian Art Orchestra and The National Recording Project for Indigenous Performance...» Read More
Bush Berry Dreaming
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.08.09
Bush Berry Dreaming 14th - 18th September 2009 9am - 5pm Opening night drinks: 17th September 2009 6pm - 8pm RSVP essential Smith & Hall Gallery 53-59 Great Buckingham Street Redfern NSW 2016 Josie Petrick Kemarre was born at Santa...» Read More
Danie Mellor wins Telstra Aboriginal Art Award
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.08.09
A paper work exploring the fragile relationship between black and white Australia has won the country's most prestigious indigenous art award. The mixed media work by Danie Mellor - From Rite to Ritual - is an interesting choice for this...» Read More
Clash of cultures wins
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 16.08.09
THE winner of the 2009 National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Award has been announced and is set to be the most controversial in many years. At a ceremony in Darwin last night, the $40,000 Telstra Award was given...» Read More
DANIE MELLOR WINS 'THE BIG TELSTRA'
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 16.08.09
"It's important to have my work in an exhibition where conversations occur between different sorts of art and artists". The National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Art Awards (the NATSIAAs) at the Museum & Art Gallery of the NT in...» Read More
‘Desert Aboriginal Acrylic Painting: tradition, boldness and colour explosion’
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.08.09
Evolution of a landscape
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 18.08.09
Almost four decades since the dawn of the desert painting movement, and a quarter-century since the first award was held in Darwin, the current of indigenous expression in art has turned into a broad stream. It mirrors not just the...» Read More
Australian Outback Artists @ Glenelg Fine Art Gallery
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 19.08.09
Born on Kaurna land, I am passionate about my culture, my people, my Ancestors. I am a Kaurna/Narrunga woman. My people can be traced from Wallaroo, to the back of the Flinders Ranges and to the top of Eyre Peninsula...» Read More
Sales aside, Cairns puts fun into the fair
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 19.08.09
When Jonah Jones was asked to do a feasibility study for the establishment of an indigenous art fair in far north Queensland, he was mighty enthusiastic. Jones was one of the people behind what is now the Melbourne Art Fair,...» Read More
Caruana & Reid congratulates Danie Mellor on a fantastic win and an extraordinarily creative 12 months
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 19.08.09
Caruana & Reid congratulates Danie Mellor on a fantastic win and an extraordinarily creative 12 months. Danie will be holding a solo exhibition, A Balance of Power at Elizabeth Bay, from the 30th September till 31st October. Selected Awards Winner:...» Read More
Outback art code draws line in the sand
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 22.08.09
Art dealers will be able to pay artists with alcohol or secondhand vehicles but will be forced to declare their agreed value under a wide-ranging code of conduct for the Aboriginal art business. The final copy of the code, obtained...» Read More
Nyree does it again
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.08.09
Local artist Nyree Reynolds is again a finalist in the Parliament of NSW Aboriginal Art Prize. Mrs Reynolds made the short list for her work “From the shadows of the past to the light of the future” which was inspired...» Read More
'Kutju Wara' (The Last One): Yannima Tommy Watson at Agathon Galleries
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.08.09
Agathon Galleries will showase select works by distinguished artist Yannima Tommy Watson in an exhibition to be held from 5 September to 11 October at their Danks Street Galleries in Sydney. Sydney Morning Herald Art Critic John McDonald will open...» Read More
Aboriginal centre opens on Monday
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.08.09
If you think you have seen everything there is to see in Wollongong, think again. There is now a way to see the magnificent coastline and escarpment the way Dharwal people saw it more than 200 years ago. It is...» Read More
PR and Politics at the 2009 Telstra Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Awards
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.08.09
PR and POLITICS at the 2009 TELSTRA ART AWARDS. THE POWER of PR The fanfare is over and the red carpet has been rolled away for another year. The winners of the 2009 Telstra Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art...» Read More
Shining lights of the north
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.08.09
WHAT are these colours amid the shadowed greenery? What are the sounds of chant and dance rhythm in the dark? Here, at the rainforest-surrounded Tanks Art Centre on the northern fringe of Cairns, in a set of converted World War...» Read More
CAIRNS INDIGENOUS ART FAIR 2009
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.08.09
Tanks Art Centre, Cairns, QLD Friday 21st – Sunday 23rd August Alcaston Gallery is proud to exhibit works from Bentinck Island and Mornington Island artists at CIAF 09 this weekend Alcaston Gallery in conjunction with Mornington Island Arts presents Queensland...» Read More
Harrison Galleries Sale 2009
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.08.09
BEGINS SATURDAY 29 AUGUST, 10AM After the great success of last year's sale, Harrison Galleries is pleased to invite you to our second clearance sale event. Selected works from our stockroom - both contemporary Australian art and Aboriginal art -...» Read More
Wayne Quilliam 2009 NAIDOC ‘Artist of the Year’
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.08.09
Wayne Quilliam 2009 NAIDOC Artist of the Year Aboriginal photographer/videographer and artist Wayne Quilliam has been awarded what is considered one of the most prestigious Australian art accolades: 2009 NAIDOC Aboriginal Artist of the Year. Wayne is considered one of...» Read More
Cairns Indigenous Art Fair a huge success
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 27.08.09
Premier and Minister for the Arts The Honourable Anna Bligh 24/08/2009 THOUSANDS FLOCK TO CAIRNS INDIGENOUS ART FAIR Premier and Arts Minister Anna Bligh has declared he first Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF) a huge success with more than 10,000,...» Read More
Aboriginal Art Tourism
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 27.08.09
Do you admire aboriginal artwork? Wished that you could produce a piece of work that had the same stunning impact? Well now you can! A new 4 day safari has been introduced that includes community led dot painting workshops and...» Read More
NYU's Grey Art Gallery to Open Icons of the Desert: Early Aboriginal Paintings from Papunya
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 27.08.09
NEW YORK, NY.- The Grey Art Gallery at New York University will open the first U.S. exhibition focusing on early acrylic paintings from the Australian Indigenous settlement of Papunya, Icons of the Desert features approximately 50 paintings, including many rare...» Read More
Collaborative exhibition with Regina Wilson and Silke Raetze : Close at hand
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 27.08.09
Collaborative exhibition with Regina Wilson and Silke Raetze : Close at hand It is with great pleasure that, Michael Reid at Elizabeth Bay welcomes Rusty Peters; Nathan Taylor and Freddy Timms to the gallery. Rusty Peters and Freddy Timms, along...» Read More
Bust up: Artworks withdrawn from sale
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 27.08.09
Two artworks depicting renowned Tasmanian indigenous leaders have been withdrawn from sale. The busts of Truganini and Woureddy were due to be auctioned tonight by Sotheby's but have been taken off the list, after protests from Tasmanian Aborigines. They were...» Read More
Aboriginal art wrangle
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 27.08.09
ACADEMICS have defended opposition to the sale of two art works, rejecting claims of political correctness gone mad. The Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre opposed the planned auction of the busts of famous Tasmanian Aborigines Truganini and Woureddy on the basis of...» Read More
Australian Code to Regulate Aboriginal Art Trade
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 28.08.09
Australia’s Aboriginal art business will have to follow minimum standards for dealers, agents, and artists, under a wide-ranging code of conduct that’s been recently updated and awaits the signature of the federal arts minister. Intended to crack down on unscrupulous...» Read More
Museums collecting Yass's Aboriginal history
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 28.08.09
A little piece of Yass aboriginal history will soon be on display in the National Museum of Australia and stories about how Yass aboriginal people lived will be taken to the British Museum in London. Jonathan King, a Keeper at...» Read More
Recommended: Sally McKay on Aboriginal Art Shows Panel
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 29.08.09
The aboriginal art panel that I flagged last week happened on Sunday, and I was worried initially that without some kind of blog notation it might disappear into the ether. (Also, then I wouldn't be able to find out what...» Read More
September, 2009
WA NYOONGAR FIBRE ARTIST JANINE MCAULLAY BOTT A WINNER
Posted by | 01.09.09
A bilby woven from palm fronds and sporting pine nut eyes won the Wandjuk Marika Three-Dimensional Memorial Award at this years 26th Telstra National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Art Awards held in Darwin earlier this month. Fibre textile...» Read More
Yannima Tommy Watson
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 01.09.09
‘Watson is a master of invention and arguably, the outstanding painter of the Western Desert ….Each painting tells a specific story, but the most impressive feature is the artist's use of colour…. Like Matisse, Watson knows that one may have...» Read More
ON-LINE VOTING IN THE TELSTRAS
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 01.09.09
For the first time in its 26 year history, the National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Art Awards in Darwin will include on-line voting in its People's Choice Awards. In Darwin, people still have a couple of weeks to vote...» Read More
REFLECTIONS ON THE WESTERN AUSTRALIAN INDIGENOUS ART AWARD
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 01.09.09
From Will Owen: Having stayed at home this year, I don't have much of substance to say about the 26th National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Awards that hasn't already been said elsewhere. I've never been terribly fond of...» Read More
El Norte de Australia ofrece el recorrido artístico Aboriginal Art Trail
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 02.09.09
Aboriginal Art Trail de Alice Springs conecta prestigiosas galerías de arte a la cultura de las comunidades aborígenes locales y ofrece excelentes oportunidades para profundizar en el conocimiento de historias y leyendas relacionadas con el Dreamtime, o de lugares sagrados...» Read More
Uluru and Kata Tjuta's Influence On Aboriginal Art
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 03.09.09
Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park and the Ayers Rock Resort is the center of Australia and is considered to be the center for much of the Aboriginal Art world. Around this park and nearby Alice Springs are many Aboriginal...» Read More
Life and art in the sky, Part 1 – the Napaljarri-warnu Jukurrpa of Alma Nungarrayi Granites
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 05.09.09
This small image gives but a very limited impression of the power and majesty of the original of Alma Nungarrayi Granites’ painting of her Napaljarri-warnu Jukurrpa (Seven Sisters dreaming). It is one of a series of large paintings by the...» Read More
Flawed vision cops pasting
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 06.09.09
THE widow of painter John Brack is ambivalent about it. Wendy Whiteley says in theory it is a good thing. Gallery owner William Mora, who has an enduring interest in the paintings by his artist mother, Mirka, says while he...» Read More
Aboriginal art master puts on final public show
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 06.09.09
Aboriginal artist Yannima Tommy Watson is a man of few words, but his vibrant works literally shout at audiences from the Muse du Quai Branly in Paris and Australia's most prestigious art galleries. The man widely regarded as Australia's most...» Read More
Life and art in the sky, Part 2: “Ilgarijiri – Things Belonging to the Sky”
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 06.09.09
Further to my previous post on Alma Nungarrayi Granite’s paintings from Warlukurlangu Artists at my home town of Yuendumu I found a fascinating set of links between Aboriginal art, the sky and the objects we find there and modern science....» Read More
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SPEAKEASY
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 08.09.09
OPENING: 25 September, 6 - 8pm Free Admission Gallery 4A’s upcoming group exhibition profiles Asian-Australian history entangled with an Aboriginal history of Australia. Recently returned from representing Australia at the Venice Biennale, Brisbane-based artist Vernon Ah Kee will present work...» Read More
GULUMBU YUNUPINGU Heavens Above!
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 08.09.09
this Tuesday evening GULUMBU YUNUPINGU Heavens Above! Gulumbu Yunupingu will make the long journey to Melbourne to proudly welcome you to her exhibition opening on Tuesday 8 September 6:30 – 8:30pm...» Read More
BENTINCK ISLAND ARTISTS
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 08.09.09
Alcaston Gallery is delighted to present this vibrant and exciting exhibition by the Bentinck Island artists of new paintings and prints that have been recently editioned at Northern Editions, Charles Darwin University, Darwin, Northern Territory. The exhibition is presented in...» Read More
Last hurrah for old man of brush Tommy Watson
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 08.09.09
It was only about a decade ago that Tommy Watson, already an old man, first turned his hand to art. His career took off at once. His works were eagerly sought by collectors, breaking records at auction and establishing him...» Read More
Tommy Watson 'Kutjara Wara' (The Last One)
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 08.09.09
Tommy Watson 'Kutjara Wara' (The Last One) A selection of works September 5 - October 11...» Read More
EXHIBITION OPENING - SINGING THE DREAMING in association with Warlukurlangu Artists
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.09.09
Exhibitions opening: Friday 11th 6-8pm Desert Rain - Indigenous Fine Art Gallery, NOOSA MARINA, 2 Parkyn Crt, TEWANTIN QLD, continues until 4th Oct 2009 PUBLIC PROGRAM: Sun 13th, 2pm Film based on Paddy Japaljarri Sims - Singing the Milky...» Read More
NSW Art Gallery renovation mixes old and really old
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.09.09
Barry Pearce, head curator of Australian Art, said an extremely important addition to the works of the great masters was Indigenous art. “We are going to surprise people and bring some old Aboriginal art back in to the gallery,” he...» Read More
COLONIAL TUTINI
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 09.09.09
The Tiwi people who drove the first White colonialists off their remote Melville Island (80kms north of Darwin) less than 5 years after they tried to establish a fort there are enjoying yet more schadenfreude as their ancient burial poles...» Read More
Potomac River dreaming
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 10.09.09
Renda Croft had a clear purpose in mind when she chose Culture Warriors as the title of the first triennial of contemporary Aboriginal art presented by the National Gallery of Australia. She wanted to pay tribute to the 30 artists...» Read More
MENAGERIE COMES BACK TO TOWN
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 11.09.09
Menagerie is back in town! The 3-D show that began life in Sydney in 2009 spread across two venues - the Australian Museum and Object Gallery, has returned from its travels to Sydney. But it's all in one place this...» Read More
Artists vie for Uncle Sam's eye
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 11.09.09
The largest contemporary indigenous art exhibition to leave Australian shores is about to open in Washington, the first event in a cultural initiative that aims to boost Australia's profile in the US. Culture Warriors, which has been curated by the...» Read More
Culture warriors practise soft diplomacy
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 12.09.09
An ambitious Australian arts program aims to grab the attention of the Obama Administration. Washington correspondent Anne Davies reports. The largest contemporary indigenous art exhibition ever to leave Australian shores will open in Washington DC this week, the first event...» Read More
Aboriginal Painting, Gift and Cost
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 12.09.09
Re: the Icons of the Desert: Early Aboriginal Paintings from Papunya exhibition Sent to the resettlement camp at Papunya, in South Central Australia, to acculturate the Aboriginal children, schoolteacher Geoff Bardon noticed that they were drawing nonstop in the sand,...» Read More
Discovery of new genius Desert Artist: Lena Pwerle
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 13.09.09
Yesterday Tim Jennings, the general manager of Mbantua Gallery and Cultural Museum in Alice Springs announced what he termed as "yet another artist genius from Utopia'. “The Soakages exhibition we have on display is a milestone for Australian art. The...» Read More
Coast and country
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 13.09.09
The inaugural three-day Cairns Indigenous Arts Fair has been a festival of peace, love and understanding so far, but the Ariw Poenipan dancers from Saibai Island are dressed for war. When they take to the open-air stage at the Tanks...» Read More
Dunkeld Open Galleries and Gardens, Nerissa Major's Art Studio
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 18.09.09
Some Local Koori Stories 2.30pm Cost $3 per person Also Available a Large range of Unique Affordable Local Aboriginal Artworks (Traditional, Dot, Modern, Contemporary, Abstract, Landscape and Sculpture), Emu Egg and Wood Art, Handmade Gifts and Gemstone Jewellery. All created...» Read More
Walangari Karntawarra "Colours of the Rainbow Serpents"
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 19.09.09
To my people, colour and spirituality are intertwined, and colour gives meaning to the everyday aspects of our traditional lives, like gathering food and medicines and forecasting the weather. When our Creators, the male and female Rainbow Serpents first emerged...» Read More
October, 2009
Art & About
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 01.10.09
Indigenous Art ‘Paints’ Sydney For the first time Art & About will include an Indigenous art program featuring a range of contemporary works by urban and rural artists; from traditional dot painting to stencil art, from shell art to sculptural...» Read More
Powerful lines and organic forms tell complex stories: first solo exhibition Paddy Bedford outside Australia
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 02.10.09
Utrecht, 1 October 2009 Powerful lines and organic forms that tell complex stories First solo exhibition Paddy Bedford outside Australia from October 8 at AAMU The grand retrospective at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Sydney in 2006/2007 highlighted the...» Read More
"Whale Dreaming" Exhibition
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 03.10.09
Showcasing Unique Local Koori Culture. All Artworks are For Sale....» Read More
Dunkeld Mosiac, Nerissa Major's Art Studio
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 03.10.09
Some Local Koori Stories 11.30am & 2.30pm Cost $3 per person Also Available a Large range of Unique Affordable Local Aboriginal Artworks (Traditional, Dot, Modern, Contemporary, Abstract, Landscape and Sculpture), Emu Egg and Wood Art, Handmade Gifts and Gemstone Jewellery....» Read More
BASKETS AND BIRDS
Posted by | 09.10.09
BASKETS AND BIRDS: Janine McAullay Bott and Kukula McDonald Two indigenous artists working in vastly different mediums will be exhibiting their work in South Fremantle at Artitja Fine Art’s October Baskets and Birds exhibition - a quirky show of birds...» Read More
Amangkeme at the Olive Pink Botanic Gardens
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 15.10.09
Opening: 6 8pm on Friday the 16th and will run until Monday 26th October. Irrkerlantye Arts is proud to announce an exhibition of works titled Amangkeme at the Olive Pink Botanic Gardens on 16 October 2009.Works include screen printing techniques...» Read More
Richard Bell: I Am Not Sorry
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 19.10.09
Australia’s foremost – and most controversial – Aboriginal artist exhibits his work for the first time in New York A Location One International Fellowship exhibition curated by Maura Reilly OPENING RECEPTION: Thursday, 8 October 2009, 6–8 PM DATES: 9 October...» Read More
right way: the future of Indigenous craft and design - Craft Australia 2009 online forum
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 21.10.09
right way is Craft Australia's 2009 national online forum, an online discussion and community about future directions for Indigenous craft and design. You are welcome to have a look at what is being talked about, and view the PHOTOS, VIDEOS...» Read More
right way gets blogging
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 22.10.09
This week on right way designer Lucy Simpson is posting a daily blog about herself and her successful design business Gaawaa Miyay designs. Join Craft Australia's ning site and make comments or ask questions. While there have a look at...» Read More
Aboriginal Dreamtime Fine Art Gallery opens in West Hollywood
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 22.10.09
Aboriginal Dreamtime Fine Art Gallery is pleased to announce it's second location in West Hollywood, CA. Their opening night which was held on September 24th, 2009 proved to be a great success and the gallery will be featuring an exhibition...» Read More
Jeannie Petyarre: Medicine Leaves
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 22.10.09
Jeannie Petyarre (Pitjara) was born in c.1951 on the Boundary Bore Outstation of Utopia, Aboriginal Art Regions of Central Australia. She is the sister to well known artists Greeny Purvis Petyarre, Evelyn Pultara, Rosemary Petyarre and Anna Price Petyarre. Her...» Read More
Adelaide Festival unveils its line-up
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.10.09
ADELAIDE Festival director Paul Grabowsky aimed straight for "The Heart" with the poster and program for next year's 50th anniversary Adelaide Festival. US jazz great Wayne Shorter, an international opera production of Le Grand Macabre, the London Sinfonietta and Australia's...» Read More
Politicians pay tribute to renowned Arnhem artist
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.10.09
Both sides of politics have set aside their bickering to pay tribute to a renowned Northern Territory artist who died recently. The artist, who for cultural reasons is currently known as Wamud Namok, was born at least 80-years ago in...» Read More
Visionary realised his dream - Lofty Bardayal Nadjamerrek, has died at the remote western Arnhem Land outstation of Kabulwarnamyo
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.10.09
Obituary from the Age: Wamud Namok, one of the Northern Territory's most distinguished indigenous figures who was widely known as Lofty Bardayal Nadjamerrek, has died at the remote western Arnhem Land outstation of Kabulwarnamyo. He was 83. Namok was a...» Read More
Residents to kick up their heels
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.10.09
In keeping with the spirit of reconciliation that is spreading over the nation, Coorabell Hall Association members decided they wanted to do something to recognise the Bundjalung people. “Everyone speaks the words,” said association president George Lewin. “But we thought,...» Read More
20 Years Survey Show
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.10.09
To celebrate 20 years of Alcaston Gallery, this survey show at the Depot Gallery @ Danks Street, Waterloo, Sydney, will feature work from some of our most collectable artists. Alcaston Gallery opened at 2 Collins Street, Melbourne in September 1989,...» Read More
From a Primitive Present
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 24.10.09
By Melik Kaylan from the Wall Street Journal: Imagine that you could travel back in time to meet a Stone Age hunter-gatherer, that you could hand him a paintbrush and ask him to paint something on a board or canvas—not...» Read More
Aboriginal Art for sale in Paris
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.10.09
From Paris Daily Photo: Today (Sunday) the auction house Gaïa will sell Aboriginal art at 60 rue de Richelieu, very close to my house. I went to see it today, for after my trip down under I really fell in...» Read More
Claude Carter - Galaroo Manyi (Waterhole Bushtucker)
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.10.09
All good things are three …… Third solo exhibition by young Gooniyandi artist Claude Carter Claude Carter started painting in 2005. His first exhibition in 2006 and the second in 2008 were sell outs and it is anticipated he will...» Read More
AMBITIOUS BARKS FROM ARNHEM
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 28.10.09
I first spotted Gunybi Ganambarr's powers of innovation at the Melbourne Art Fair a couple of years ago. Out of nowhere, seemingly, a bold black and white bark lit up the Annandale Galleries stall. A year later, he was recognised...» Read More
Sale on Australian Aboriginal art - 25% off
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 28.10.09
This sale, which includes all of Aboriginals: Art of the First Person's tribal art inventory, also includes several pieces of Australian Aboriginal art, all acquired prior to 2001, with some works acquired in 1979. These are works in our personal...» Read More
VISIONS OF DISTANT FOOTPRINTS - Looking at the past, walking to the future
Posted by | 29.10.09
SOLO EXHIBITION - Carl P Moggs As part of the 2009 ARC Biennial of Art presented by Artworkers Alliance Previewed at the 2009 Cairns Art Fair in August - with works sourced for Collections. In the year of the 150...» Read More
LOSS OF GREAT ARTIST FROM THE STONE COUNTRY
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 30.10.09
Wamud Namok was universally known in life as Lofty. This tall, gentle man first engaged with the white invader when he was about 16 in 1942 – walking 200 kms from his West Arnhemland Stone Country home to work in...» Read More
Fine Tribal, Aboriginal Art & International Antiquities
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 31.10.09
This is to announce our forthcoming auction. The sale will include over 200 lots: Early Indian, Chinese, Southeast Asian, Natural History, Roman, Islamic, Indus Valley, Gandharan, Khmer, art and antiquities. Art and Artefacts from, Australian and Oceania. Highlights include 17th Century...» Read More
November, 2009
Carriers of Culture
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 02.11.09
“Our work is drawn from this knowledge using distinct pigment colours of the region on paper. One of the works shows the relationship between the cabbage palm and Kokoberrin Elder Henry Gumhole, a Senior Kokoberrin Elder who fought to have...» Read More
2009 Victorian Indigenous Art Awards shortlist announced
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 06.11.09
Arts Minister Lynne Kosky has announced a shortlist of eighteen Indigenous artists from across Victoria for the 2009 Victorian Indigenous Art Awards. Ms Kosky highlighted the diversity of style and medium amongst the artists selected, and pointed to strong representation...» Read More
Desert Knowledge makes $34m funding bid
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 07.11.09
The Desert Knowledge Co-operative Research Centre is hoping three projects aimed at understanding and responding to the needs of remote Aboriginal people will help it secure long-term funding. The projects are part of a new bid the centre is making...» Read More
Art and Meaning
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 07.11.09
John Perreault’s popular blog, Artopia, has a recent posting that brings together a disparate variety of themes. Braided into Perreault’s personal ruminations is reference to “Icons of the Desert: Early Aboriginal Paintings from Papunya”, the aboriginal art show at Grey...» Read More
Thomas Ray Ahwang
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 07.11.09
THOMAS RAY AHWANG At Pandanus Gallery, Palm Cove Saturday, 14 November, 2009 from 2 – 5pm Thomas is a Torres Straits Islander born in December, 1974. A precocious child, primary school did not satisfy his yearning and craving to learn,...» Read More
Jung's Secret Book, Aboriginal Paintings, and Mandalas
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 09.11.09
Very interesting article, here is an excerpt: But Is It Art? Here I want to make the case that we should not look at Australian Aboriginal paintings, Jung's visionary drawings (1902-1913), or Tibetan mandalas as art, for to do so...» Read More
THEY JUST LOVE SHANE
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 11.11.09
He may not win the judges' favour, but West Australian Nyoongar artist Shane Pickett just keeps on picking up the Peoples' Choice prizes. He's won the WA Indigenous Art public's choice for the second year in a row. And he's...» Read More
Alice Springs, city of fraud
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 13.11.09
Dishonest employees have allegedly fleeced more than $600,000 from a range of Alice Springs businesses. Police said they had seen a disturbing trend where a large number of workers in the town had been duping their bosses of tens of...» Read More
ART Sense launches in Cairns
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.11.09
A new Aboriginal art sales service and community development organisation has been founded in Cairns, with a second office set to open in Alice Springs. General Manager Tim Cram said four years of development had gone into the ARTSense business...» Read More
How can I visit a remote Aboriginal Art Centre?
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.11.09
Many people write in asking about visiting an Aboriginal Art Centre in remote desert Australia. There is information on the Desart website that can help you with all of the questions related to this type of enquiry. Desart suggests you...» Read More
Important aboriginal art collection for private sale
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.11.09
Welcome to this fine aboriginal art collection to be offered by individual lots or offers to be considered for the purchase of the entire collection. Accumulated over 14 years, each painting has detailed provenance documents available for actual perusal by...» Read More
Bai Bai Napangarti and Pauline Sunfly at Alcaston Gallery Sunday 14 November
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.11.09
High Profile Aboriginal Artists to Exhibit at Ayers Rock Resort
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.11.09
The artists Bessie Nakamarra Sims and her daughters, Wendy Nungarrayai Brown and Alma Nungarrayai Granites will be painting and exhibiting their art among other artists work from Warlukurlangu Artists Aboriginal Corporation of Yuendumu, a not-for-profit organisation of more than 600...» Read More
Aboriginal art-inspired Wicked Campers (thanks to Music Outback Foundation)
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 14.11.09
The Music Outback Foundation uses music and arts based programs to help improve education outcomes on remote Indigenous communities. Their annual event Mobfest Tanami is a three day festival held at Ti Tree School in the Northern Territory, 200km...» Read More
Claims Aboriginal art being traded for grog
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 15.11.09
The Northern Territory Licensing Commission says it is concerned by claims that Aboriginal people are swapping art for alcohol in Alice Springs. The commission is investigating claims an Alice Springs bottleshop accepted an Aboriginal bush tucker painting as payment for...» Read More
Artists vie for top indigenous award
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 15.11.09
Portland artist Ray Thomas and former Koroit artist Vicki Couzens have been shortlisted for the 2009 Victorian Indigenous Art Awards. Thomas and Couzens are two of the 18 indigenous artists in the running for the $25,000 first prize, which comprises...» Read More
HELEN MCCARTHY BRINGS THE DALY RIVER TO SYDNEY
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 16.11.09
Helen McCarthy Tyalmuty is an Aboriginal/Irish woman from the Daly Rivermouth, south of Darwin. But her painting identity is solely with her mother's Wadjigan tribe, specifically the Batjamal language group, from whom she inherited the mud crab as her totem....» Read More
East - West Exhibition Prairie Hotel until 11 January 2010
Posted by | 16.11.09
The Prairie Hotel is Australia’s most-awarded Outback hotel. Why do people fly in from all over the world to stay or eat here? See for yourself… The Prairie Hotel perfectly blends Outback adventure with a slice of city luxury -...» Read More
Kaminabend mit Tarisse and Sarrita King
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.11.09
AUSTRALIEN - PARIS - ÜBACH-PALENBERG Liebe Aborginal Art Freunde, Es ist uns eine grosse Freude und Ehre, Gastgeber sein zu dürfen für die frisch aus Paris eingetroffenen und gefeierten „King Sisters“ - die indigenen Künstlerinnen aus Australien - Sarrita und Tarisse...» Read More
Kaminabend mit Sarrita and Tarisse King
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.11.09
AUSTRALIEN - PARIS - ÜBACH-PALENBERG Liebe Aborginal Art Freunde, Es ist uns eine grosse Freude und Ehre, Gastgeber sein zu dürfen für die frisch aus Paris eingetroffenen und gefeierten „King Sisters“ - die indigenen Künstlerinnen aus Australien - Sarrita und Tarisse...» Read More
"Verbindungen" Die Kunst der Ureinwohner gestern und heute
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.11.09
Die Idee der Gemeinschaftsausstellung von zeitgenössischer Aboriginal Art und den Photographien der Höhlenmalerei der Ureinwohner Australiens wurde 2007 geboren, als Dieter Grins und Brit Susann Hanstein sich zum ersten Mal Anlässlich der KUNSTTOUR begegneten. Diese Begegnung war geprägt durch die...» Read More
Find a Dream at the Chrissie Cotter Gallery
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 17.11.09
Women’s imaginative thoughts and desires are celebrated in Dreams, on show at the Chrissie Cotter Gallery from 5 - 29 November 2009. The annual Aboriginal women’s exhibition features the work of Shirley Amos, Euphemia Bostock, Tracey Bostock, Charmaine Davis, Joy...» Read More
PRIZES FOR KOORIE ARTISTS
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 18.11.09
18 Indigenous artists from across Victoria have been shortlisted in the 2009 Victorian Indigenous Art Awards, with the three winners to be announced on 27 November. The three prize categories are headed by the Deadly Art Award of $25,000 at...» Read More
East Kimberley Painting Revisited
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 19.11.09
East Kimberley Painting Revisited ROVER THOMAS PADDY JAMINJI FREDDIE TIMMS RUSTY PETERS Caruana & Reid Fine Art is pleased to announce its collaboration with Jirrawun Arts to represent Freddie Timms and Rusty Peters. The inaugural exhibition to feature the recent...» Read More
It's hammer time for Sotheby's
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 20.11.09
It IS the end of an era for Sotheby's art auction house as it heads into its final sales for the year - a tough year marked by falling profits, the global financial crisis, and an audacious takeover by an...» Read More
BEAUTIFUL BEASTS IN DARWIN
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 23.11.09
There aren't many art shows that could place side by side paintings, carvings, sculpture and weaving by a disparate of artists such as John Mawurndjul and John Olsen, the late Lofty Bardayal Nadjmirrik and James Gleeson, the Tjampi weavers and...» Read More
Nampitjinpa Sisters: Sacred Places
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.11.09
Smith & Hall invites you to view "Nampitjinpa Sisters: Sacred Places" a new collection of work by Nyurapayia Nampitjinpa (aka, Mrs. Bennett) Tjawina Porter Nampitjinpa Esther Giles Nampitjinpa Opening night drinks: Thursday 26th November 2009 6pm to 8pm Please RSVP...» Read More
New McCulloch's Contemporary Aboriginal Art has arrived!
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 25.11.09
McCulloch's Contemporary Aboriginal Art Updated 2009 Edition After selling out its first print run in bookshops and galleries in under a year, the eagerly awaited new edition of Australia’s top selling art guide book McCulloch’s Contemporary Aboriginal Art: the complete...» Read More
Indigenous art in the Office of the Maire of the City -Ein Werk von Aborigines für das Arbeitszimmer
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.11.09
Ein Werk von Aborigines für das Arbeitszimmer (mabie) 23.11.2009, 15:48 Übach-Palenberg. Die «King Sisters», zwei australische Top-Künstlerinnen, machten kurzfristig in der ehemaligen Zechenstadt Station. Von Brit Susann Hanstein organisiert war die Stippvisite von Sarrita und Tarisse King sowie deren Manager...» Read More
Stunning patterns emerge from circles, dots, lines
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.11.09
It was not until the second half of the 20th century that Aboriginal art gained true international recognition. This is staggering, especially when considering the long history and rich culture of Indigenous Australians; but the explanation is simple. Not until...» Read More
Sky's the limit at $1.38m
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.11.09
Sotheby's posted the week's best auction result - bringing in a total of $7.36 million (including commissions) on Monday night, and another $2 million on Tuesday at its Aboriginal art sale. As the week drew to an end, Tim Goodman,...» Read More
Dr Garry Darby runs seven-week courses at the Centre for Continuing Education
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.11.09
Join the dots SNAGs love to wear serious spectacles and look knowledgeable in a gallery. So enrol your bloke in a course to learn all about indigenous art. Aboriginal art expert Dr Garry Darby runs seven-week courses at the Centre...» Read More
Dhapirrk Djama, a remarkable group exhibition of new limited edition prints, Mokuy Spirit carvings and sculptures, including Morning Star Poles, from Elcho Island Arts
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.11.09
Elcho Island Artists prints and sculptures by Margaret Gudumurrkuwuy Tommy Minburra Sandy Pascoe Joe Manyguluma Charmaine Ashley Jeremiah Bonson David Djarrka Paul Buwang Buwang Gali Yalkarriwuy Gurruwiwi Alcaston Gallery is proud to present Dhapirrk Djama, a remarkable group exhibition of...» Read More
Queensland Indigenous Art Diary 2010
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.11.09
The Queensland Indigenous Art Diary 2010 is a beautifully illustrated, small format, high quality diary that celebrates the work of more than 60 Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander painters, weavers, carvers, printmakers, photographers and new media artists with more...» Read More
The ideal art gifts
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.11.09
Lavishly illustrated with a page of art for each spread, our beautiful art diaries are hugely popular gift items. Published first in 2009, our McCulloch’s Australian Art Diary was greeted as a popular addition to Australian art publishing. For the...» Read More
McCulloch's Contemporary Aboriginal Art Updated 2009 Edition
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.11.09
It’s arrived! McCulloch's Contemporary Aboriginal Art Updated 2009 Edition After selling out its first print run in bookshops and galleries in under a year, the eagerly awaited new edition of Australia’s top selling art guide book McCulloch’s Contemporary Aboriginal Art:...» Read More
Dollar downer for Aboriginal art sale
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.11.09
The rise of the Australian dollar had a negative effect on a ''disappointing'' Sotheby's auction of Aboriginal and Oceanic Art at its Armadale showroom yesterday. The indigenous art market is mostly international and is generally measured in US dollars. When...» Read More
Fine Tribal, Aboriginal Art & International Antiquities
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 26.11.09
Auction 13 December Catalog Information: 337 lots with images View lots Viewing Notes: Friday 20 November - Sunday 13 December 2009 11:00am - 5:00pm. Sale Notes: Bid Live! online with Invaluable or Artfact. www.invaluable.com/guyearlsmith Accepted Forms of Payment: Visa, MasterCard,...» Read More
RESALE ROYALTY SOON FOR ABORIGINAL ARTISTS
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 28.11.09
While all else in Parliament was in chaos, the Senate quietly passed the Resale Royalty for Visual Artists Act 2009 on Thursday November 26th. Not that it comes into effect until the Queen has signed off on it (date unknown),...» Read More
Kwementyay Stockman passed away
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 29.11.09
We have sadly confirmed that Utopia artist Kwementyay* Stockman was killed in a single vehicle roll over on Saturday 21st November 2009. Kwementyay was one of few young high profile aboriginal artists with what seemed a bright future ahead of...» Read More
ART + OBJECTS: small + affordable
Posted by | 30.11.09
ARTITJA - THE GIFT COLLECTION: ART + OBJECTS Over 20 Indigenous artists work will feature in an exhibition to be held in South Fremantle throughout December as part of Artitja Fine Art’s final show for 2009. From famed artists Minnie...» Read More
December, 2009
ART COMES OUT OF THE LONG GRASS
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 01.12.09
A remarkable story in the Fairfax press is linking the joys and benefits of art-making to the social pressures that have often caused Darwin Aborigines to 'take to the long grass' – in other words drop out and 'squat' in...» Read More
WINNERS ANNOUNCED FOR 2009 VICTORIAN INDIGENOUS ART AWARDS
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 02.12.09
The Wathaurung woman and Melbourne-based artist, Bindi Cole has been awarded the $25,000 Deadly Art Award for her evocative photograph, Ajay. Bindi Cole is an emerging artist and photographer whose work reveals uncomfortable truths about the fundamental disconnection between who...» Read More
TANDANYA AND SA ABORIGINAL ART HIT 20
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 02.12.09
It doesn't often hit the headlines, but the Tandanya National Aboriginal Cultural Institute (to give its proper name) in Adelaide has been plugging away at the job of showing the world through Aboriginal eyes for 20 years now. I assume...» Read More
Sisters of the Gibson Desert, Women from Irrunytju
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 03.12.09
Earth Tones
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 03.12.09
Smith & Hall invites you to view “Earth Tones”, a new collection of work by Indigenous artists Yinarupa Nangala (Telstra Art Award category winner), Tatali Napurrula and Mavis Napaltjarri. These female artists all hail from the Australian Western Desert and...» Read More
Warrnambool Home Lifestyle Show
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 12.12.09
Nerissa Major will be having a display of her Unique Affordable Local Koori Aboriginal Art, Gifts and Gemstone Jewellery. Site 7....» Read More
Lake Bolac Eel Festival
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 12.12.09
Nerissa Major will be having a display of her Unique Affordable Local Koori Aboriginal Art...» Read More
Nerissa Major's Artworks
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 12.12.09
A Unique Affordable Collection of Local Koori Aboriginal Art by Local Koori Artist Nerissa Major...» Read More
"My Journey With Two Cultures"
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 12.12.09
A collection of artworks (contempory, modern, landscape, abstract, sculpture and Fine Art), depicting the journey of Nerissa Major's Life with Two Cultures. Finding her True Path and seeing the good and positive sides to the hardship and pain. All Artworks...» Read More
THE MUNIFICENCE OF ANN LEWIS
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 15.12.09
“For better or worse, it is the strangest and most beautiful show of abstract paintings I have seen in a long time”. The Sydney Morning Herald's art critic, Terence Maloon was bemusedly describing his response to the first ever commercial...» Read More
THE MET ADMITS ABORIGINAL ART
Posted by Jeremy Eccles | 20.12.09
New York's mighty Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of those institutions that take to new trends at what might (before global warming) have been called glacial speed! So the appearance of a 14-canvas showing of Aboriginal art is both...» Read More
New Year, New Home – Stock Room Show 2010
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 22.12.09
The ReDot Fine Art Gallery will start 2010 in a new venue. After almost 6 years in the charming Everton Road shophouse, ReDot Gallery is moving to new premises. From the 1st of January 2010, our increasing collection will get...» Read More
The ReDot Fine Art Gallery will start 2010 in a new venue.
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 22.12.09
The ReDot Fine Art Gallery will start 2010 in a new venue. After almost 6 years in the charming Everton Road shophouse, ReDot Gallery is moving to new premises. From the 1st of January 2010, our increasing collection will get...» Read More
BULGUL THE HEALING PLACE
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 23.12.09
Club 21 and tjala Aboriginal Art are proud to bring, for the first time, to Singapore, an exhibition of evocative and outstanding aboriginal art work from the artists of Bulgul, a remote area 200km Southwest of Darwin, in Australia’s stark...» Read More
PRO COMMUNITY with Papunya Tula Artists in Germany
Posted by Aboriginal Art Directory | 28.12.09
The first Pro Community exhibition by ARTKELCH in Germany featuring Papunya Tula Artists was a big success. More than 5000 artlovers saw the exhibition touring 4 major cities in Germany. Over 50 works found their new home in Germany and...» Read More
