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Australian Aboriginal Art Delivered to New Zealand with ART ARK® 

ART ARK® is a social enterprise passionately sharing and selling Australian Aboriginal Art to promote social and economic opportunities for remote Aboriginal artists. When you choose to buy Aboriginal Art through ART ARK®, you're making a commitment to fairness, authenticity, and respect. Our mission goes beyond simply selling art; it's about advocating for authenticity and making a stand against the exploitation prevalent in the industry. Much like Gandalf's resolute stand against the Balrog in the Mines of Moria—declaring with unwavering conviction, "Thou shalt not pass!", that's how we feel to those who would exploit this rich cultural heritage. 

Shop in New Zealand Dollars and explore the rich stories of culture, tradition, and heritage encapsulated in each piece of art. We deliver works regularly ''across the ditch'' and by selecting ART ARK®, your purchase becomes a statement of support for ethical practices and a testament to your appreciation for genuine Aboriginal Art. Discover our curated collection of incredible artworks and take pride in owning a piece that truly makes a difference.


Aboriginal Artist Margaret Lewis Painting her Mina Mina Dreaming
Margaret Napangardi Lewis - Mina Mina Dreaming
Aboriginal Artist Margaret Gallagher Painting her Emu Dreaming 3
Margaret Nangala Gallagher - Emu Dreaming
Aboriginal Artist Walter Brown Painting his Tingari Cycle Dreaming
Walter Jangala Brown - Tingari Cycle
Aboriginal Artist Jeani Lewis Painting her Mina Mina Dreaming 2
Jeani Napangardi Lewis - Mina Mina Dreaming

In addition to the beautiful art we share, please join us in exploring the rich history of Aboriginal Art in Australia, learn about its unique symbols and iconography, the profound meaning of the Dreaming, and the ways Dreamtime stories are artistically expressed.

Above all, we want to impart our knowledge on how to ethically purchase Aboriginal Art. Our initiative is rooted in the desire to circumvent the network of unscrupulous dealers and galleries that exploit this rich cultural heritage. This commitment to ethical practices and support for Aboriginal communities is the cornerstone of why ART ARK® was founded.

 

Aboriginal Artist Tina Martin Painting and ART ARK office spaceL Dot painting specialist, Tina Napangardi Martin   R  ART ARK, Launceston, Tasmania

 

 

The word SupportiveEach sale supports a remote Aboriginal Artist and their community through fair payment.
The word Sustainable with yellow tickWe only partner with not-for-profit Aboriginal Art centres who work in the best interest of their artists.
The word Ethical with a yellow tick100% of our beautiful Aboriginal artworks are certified by, and come from, these publicly audited corporations.

 

 

We want you to buy Aboriginal Art ethically and display it proudly, but equally, we aim to immerse you in the stunning beauty and profound depth of Aboriginal art and culture. Explore our articles to deepen your understanding and appreciation:

 

X Aboriginal Art SymbolAboriginal Art History

Concentric Circles Aboriginal Art SymbolWhat is The Dreaming

Meeting Place Aboriginal Art SymbolAboriginal Art Symbols

Aboriginal Dot Painting IconAboriginal Dot Painting

 

Aboriginal Dot Paintings
Aboriginal Dot Paintings
Hermannsburg Watercolour Landscapes
Hermannsburg Watercolour Landscapes
Aboriginal Arnhem Land Weavings
Aboriginal Arnhem Land Weavings
Stretched Aboriginal Desert Paintings
Stretched Aboriginal Desert Paintings
Aboriginal Desert Weavings
Aboriginal Desert Weavings
Aboriginal Art from Arnhem Land
Aboriginal Art from Arnhem Land
The word Supportive Each sale supports a remote Aboriginal Artist and their community through fair payment.
The word Sustainable with yellow tick We only partner with not-for-profit Aboriginal Art centres who work in the best interest of their artists.
The word Ethical with a yellow tick 100% of our beautiful Aboriginal artworks are certified by, and come from, these publicly audited corporations.

 



 


Dive into Aboriginal Art and Culture

Aboriginal Art is rich and diverse. Explore these articles to deepen your understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal Culture and its art forms.

 

X Aboriginal Art Symbol Aboriginal Art History

Explore the history of Aboriginal art, tracing its journey from ancient rock paintings, through the impacts of colonisation, to contemporary times.

Concentric Circles Aboriginal Art Symbol What is The Dreaming

Learn about The Dreaming, a foundational concept in Aboriginal art and culture that explains the interconnectedness of life and the spiritual world.

Meeting Place Aboriginal Art Symbol Aboriginal Art Symbols

Explore the diverse symbols in Aboriginal art, each embedded with deep cultural meanings and integral to the broader narrative of Aboriginal traditions.

Aboriginal Dot Painting Icon Aboriginal Dot Painting

Understand the emergence of Aboriginal dot painting, an art form that uses intricate dot patterns to tell stories and preserve ancient traditions.


 

 




Behind every dot, symbol, and artwork is an artist, sharing their culture and working to support themselves and their family

Discover pivotal Aboriginal artists and the community art centres that support them, and learn more about authenticity and buying Aboriginal art ethically with these articles.


Aboriginal Artist Margaret Lewis Painting her Mina Mina Dreaming

25 Famous Aboriginal Artists You Should Know

Discover 25 famous Aboriginal artists, whose works have significantly contributed to both Australian and international art scenes.

Aboriginal Artist Jeani Lewis Painting her Mina Mina Dreaming

88 Aboriginal Art Centres

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Centres are vital to Indigenous communities across Australia, serving as dynamic spaces for cultural preservation, economic development, and social connection.

Aboriginal Artist Tina Martin Painting her Mina Mina Dreaming

What We Mean by Ethical Aboriginal Art

We hammer on about ethics because there's a flip side that's not so rosy when buying Aboriginal Art.

Aboriginal Artist Walter Brown Painting his Tingari Cycle Dreaming

Aboriginal Art Authenticity: What It Really Means

Authentic Aboriginal Art is a term that gets thrown around a lot as a catch phrase, mostly by unethical dealers, but if you scratch the surface, it means something.


Aboriginal Art Regions

Aboriginal Art has significant regional variations which reflect the unique cultural identities and artistic expressions of different Aboriginal language groups across the continent. Learn more about these regional variations here: Aboriginal Art Regions

Aboriginal Art Regions Map



Aboriginal Art Educational Resources

Please use our free resources and activities, like Aboriginal Symbol flash cards. Education fosters a more inclusive society:

Aboriginal Art Educational Resources

Aboriginal Culture and History Overview


Aboriginal Art Articles

Discover a variety of additional topics related to Aboriginal art and culture:

 



Ready to explore the beauty of Aboriginal art in your own space?

Let's start here, with our beautiful collection of authentic artworks from Central Australia's desert communities. Shop our Aboriginal Dot Paintings collection and add a piece of this rich cultural heritage to your home.