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Germany has become an unexpected yet thriving hub for Aboriginal Australian art. Discover these galleries dedicated to showing Aboriginal Art.

Join the ranks of Aboriginal art lovers in the United States, including Steve Martin and Oprah Winfrey. Here's a list of institutions and commercial galleries in the United States where they may or may not be.

Supporting Tasmanian Aboriginal Artists Blackspace Creative Arts and Cultural Hub stands as a vibrant collective of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander creatives, deeply rooted in the rich traditions of their culture, country, and community. Technically a business rather than a not-for-profit, it has emerged from meaningful dialogues with Elders, community members, and artists, the hub officially launched in September 2021, aiming to showcase the profound talents and stories of Tasmanian Aboriginal artists. Tasmanian Aboriginal artists are renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship and unique artistic expressions. Among their celebrated works are the mariner shell necklaces, meticulously crafted from shells collected along the Tasmanian coastline. Each piece reflects a deep connection to the sea and an enduring tradition. Kelp baskets, another signature...

Found in diverse regions across the continent, Aboriginal rock art varies in style, technique, and iconography, reflecting the unique cultural narratives and environmental contexts of different Aboriginal groups. This paper explores the rich tapestry of Aboriginal rock art, highlighting specific examples from notable regions, examining their styles and significance.

The origins of NAIDOC (National Aboriginal and Islanders Day Observance Committee) Week date back to the 1920s, during a period of significant political activism by Aboriginal groups seeking to address injustices and inequality faced by Indigenous Australians.

Tjala Artists embrace a variety of mediums including acrylic paint on linen, punu (wood work), tjanpi (fibre weaving), and new media arts, and are renowned for their artistic excellence and innovative projects. The Kulata Tjuta (many spears) project, originated at Tjala Arts and has since spread across the APY Lands.

Established in 2006, Tjungu Palya was born out of a desire to create a space where local artists could gather, create, and share their work with the world. The founders, driven by a vision of cultural preservation and artistic expression, sought to empower their community through art. 

Buying Aboriginal art online offers unparalleled access to a vast array of artworks, transcending the limitations of your geographical location.

Tiwi Designs is renowned for its wide range of artistic outputs, producing ochre paintings on canvas and bark, ironwood carvings, screen-printed fabrics, ceramics, bronze and glass sculptures, and limited edition prints. The centre's mission is to promote, preserve, and enrich Tiwi culture through its diverse and high-quality artistic creations.

Artists at Spinifex Hill Studio, such as Doreen Chapman and Nyangulya Katie Nalgood, are renowned for their innovative approaches, blending traditional techniques with modern influences to create artworks that are both timeless and contemporary. Doreen Chapman is known for her vibrant use of color and dynamic compositions that bring stories of her ancestors to life. Nyangulya Katie Nalgood’s paintings often depict birds, capturing the intricate details and vibrant essence of these creatures. She explains, "Birds are the first things we see, you know, when we wake up. See and hear. Birds are like roosters to us, they wake us up in the mornings." Her deep affinity with birds stems from her personal history and cultural life, as they are as...