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Why Ngura Puḻka—Epic Country At National Gallery Of Australia Is A Must-Visit Exhibition
Why Ngura Puḻka—Epic Country At National Gallery Of Australia Is A Must-Visit Exhibition
Art

Why Ngura Puḻka—Epic Country At National Gallery Of Australia Is A Must-Visit Exhibition

The most ambitious artistic project to emerge from the Central Desert is showing now at National Gallery of Australia.
TDF Collect Presents: ‘Patterns Of Country’ By Maggie Green
TDF Collect Presents: ‘Patterns Of Country’ By Maggie Green
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: ‘Patterns Of Country’ By Maggie Green

See the catalogue for our latest art exhibition featuring Pilbara-based artist Maggie Green's beautiful dot paintings — which are on sale now!
Stories Of Old + Colours Of New From Anindilyakwa Arts At Laundry Gallery
Stories Of Old + Colours Of New From Anindilyakwa Arts At Laundry Gallery
Art

Stories Of Old + Colours Of New From Anindilyakwa Arts At Laundry Gallery

The artists at Anindilyakwa Arts have revisited a traditional practice to create a new exhibition of totems and sculptures — on now at Laundry Gallery!
How Tibrean + Taungurung Artist Iluka Sax-Williams Explores Kinship + Connection Through Art
How Tibrean + Taungurung Artist Iluka Sax-Williams Explores Kinship + Connection Through Art
Studio Visit

How Tibrean + Taungurung Artist Iluka Sax-Williams Explores Kinship + Connection Through Art

TDF columnist Jirra Lulla Harvey talks to artist Iluka Sax-Williams about pyrography and his journey into art!
How Sherena Bin Hitam + The Nagula Jarndu Arts Centre Share The Joy Of Art
How Sherena Bin Hitam + The Nagula Jarndu Arts Centre Share The Joy Of Art
Creative People

How Sherena Bin Hitam + The Nagula Jarndu Arts Centre Share The Joy Of Art

The director of the Nagula Jarndu Arts Centre, is sharing her knowledge and love of block printing with other women living in remote areas. She tells us her story.
A Vibrant Exhibition Of 38 Hand-Carved + Painted Birds At Laundry Gallery
A Vibrant Exhibition Of 38 Hand-Carved + Painted Birds At Laundry Gallery
Art

A Vibrant Exhibition Of 38 Hand-Carved + Painted Birds At Laundry Gallery

Meet the creative practice of husband-wife duo Irene Henry and Harold Goodman, as they work to create an ambitious 200 birds.
Wemba Wemba + Gunditjmara Woman Paola Balla On Designing The 'Blak Love' Tram
Wemba Wemba + Gunditjmara Woman Paola Balla On Designing The 'Blak Love' Tram
Creative People

Wemba Wemba + Gunditjmara Woman Paola Balla On Designing The 'Blak Love' Tram

Jirra Lulla Harvey visits artist, curator and academic Paola Balla to discuss her biggest commission to date; a Melbourne Art Tram!
Iwantja Arts Take To New York City, With A ‘Rock N Roll’ Exhibition!
Iwantja Arts Take To New York City, With A ‘Rock N Roll’ Exhibition!
Art

Iwantja Arts Take To New York City, With A ‘Rock N Roll’ Exhibition!

Celebrated Indulkana artists Vincent Namatjira and Kaylene Whiskey spent a week in 'The Big Apple’ exhibiting their work.
Meriam and Yupungathi Man Chris Bassi On Capturing The Nostalgia Of Home
Meriam and Yupungathi Man Chris Bassi On Capturing The Nostalgia Of Home
Creative People

Meriam and Yupungathi Man Chris Bassi On Capturing The Nostalgia Of Home

In her latest column Koorie woman Jirra Lulla Harvey visits artist, Meriam and Yupungathi man, Chris Bassi.
Kuku Yalanji Artist Tiarna Herczeg Creates Colourful Maps Of Country
Kuku Yalanji Artist Tiarna Herczeg Creates Colourful Maps Of Country
Studio Visit

Kuku Yalanji Artist Tiarna Herczeg Creates Colourful Maps Of Country

The emerging artist shares how they found their creative voice and intuitive painting style.
Artist and Yindjibarndi Elder Wendy Hubert On Mapping Country + Culture
Artist and Yindjibarndi Elder Wendy Hubert On Mapping Country + Culture
Creative People

Artist and Yindjibarndi Elder Wendy Hubert On Mapping Country + Culture

Our new columnist Jirra Lulla Harvey talks to respected Yindjibarndi Elder, artist, Cultural Custodian and linguist, Wendy Hubert about Country and creativity.
TDF Collect Presents: ‘Martumili Artists’
TDF Collect Presents: ‘Martumili Artists’
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: ‘Martumili Artists’

Introducing our spectacular group show featuring the incredible Martumili Artists from Newman, Western Australia.
The Trailblazing Couple Behind Brisbane's New Indigenous Art Centre
The Trailblazing Couple Behind Brisbane's New Indigenous Art Centre
Creative People

The Trailblazing Couple Behind Brisbane's New Indigenous Art Centre

Amanda Hayman and Troy Casey are the entrepreneurial couple behind Brisbane's most exciting new art gallery and retail space!
15 Excellent Indigenous Art Centres To Support And Celebrate!
15 Excellent Indigenous Art Centres To Support And Celebrate!
Aboriginal Art

15 Excellent Indigenous Art Centres To Support And Celebrate!

We've spoken to some experts, and pulled together this guide on purchasing Aboriginal artwork ethically, and some ideas of where to find it!
A Landmark Exhibition of First Nations Fashion
A Landmark Exhibition of First Nations Fashion
Textiles

A Landmark Exhibition of First Nations Fashion

Bendigo Art Gallery hosts 'Piinpi: Contemporary Indigenous Fashion' curated by Shonae Hobson – Australia's first major survey of indigenous textiles and fashion.
Our First Exhibition Of 2020, ‘I Been Born There’ By Maggie Green
Our First Exhibition Of 2020, ‘I Been Born There’ By Maggie Green
TDF Collect

Our First Exhibition Of 2020, ‘I Been Born There’ By Maggie Green

The Pilbara-based artist’s debut solo exhibition!
Two Strong Sisters Connected In A Powerful New Exhibition
Two Strong Sisters Connected In A Powerful New Exhibition
Aboriginal Art

Two Strong Sisters Connected In A Powerful New Exhibition

Aunty Eileen Harris + Aunty Rochelle Patten celebrate a shared sisterhood at Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Melbourne Museum.
A Joyful Exhibition Featuring Some Of Australia's Most Talented Indigenous Artists
A Joyful Exhibition Featuring Some Of Australia's Most Talented Indigenous Artists
Aboriginal Art

A Joyful Exhibition Featuring Some Of Australia's Most Talented Indigenous Artists

A group exhibition and celebration of Australia's first Indigenous owned and operated gallery.
The Warlukurlangu Artists + The Artists of Ampilatwatja
The Warlukurlangu Artists + The Artists of Ampilatwatja
Aboriginal Art

The Warlukurlangu Artists + The Artists of Ampilatwatja

An exciting exhibition of contemporary art from two of Australia's most established Indigenous art communities.
Koskela x Erub Erwer Meta Christmas Wreaths
Koskela x Erub Erwer Meta Christmas Wreaths
Aboriginal Art

Koskela x Erub Erwer Meta Christmas Wreaths

The Sydney-based furniture, design and lifestyle brand joins with Indigenous artists from the Torres Strait to repurpose ocean trash into festive artworks.
'Clay Stories' · Contemporary Indigenous Ceramics
'Clay Stories' · Contemporary Indigenous Ceramics
Aboriginal Art

'Clay Stories' · Contemporary Indigenous Ceramics

A rich overview of contemporary Indigenous ceramic practice, now on show in South Australia's Barossa Valley.
'My Country' by Mavis Ngallametta
'My Country' by Mavis Ngallametta
Aboriginal Art

'My Country' by Mavis Ngallametta

Introducing recent works by the master colourist, who hails from Aurukun in Far North Queensland.
Tjigila Nada Rawlins
Tjigila Nada Rawlins
Aboriginal Art

Tjigila Nada Rawlins

Profiling the highly sought-after and idiosyncratic painter from northern Western Australia.
Margaret Rarru · 'Black is Beautiful'
Margaret Rarru · 'Black is Beautiful'
Aboriginal Art

Margaret Rarru · 'Black is Beautiful'

Profiling the Madonna-loving artist creating incredible woven bags and garments.
Kade McDonald of Hanging Valley
Kade McDonald of Hanging Valley
Aboriginal Art

Kade McDonald of Hanging Valley

Profiling the melbourne-based pop-up gallerist, working with Indigenous Australian artists across the country and abroad.
Nyapanyapa Yunupingu
Nyapanyapa Yunupingu
Aboriginal Art

Nyapanyapa Yunupingu

Profiling the bold artist and Yolngu woman from Yirrkala, near Nhulunbuy in North-East Arnhem Land.
Bugai Whyoulter
Bugai Whyoulter
Aboriginal Art

Bugai Whyoulter

Profiling the Great Sandy Desert-based artist, ahead of current and upcoming exhibitions.
Buying Indigenous Art
Buying Indigenous Art
Aboriginal Art

Buying Indigenous Art

An informative introduction to navigating the Indigenous art market.
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