Aboriginal Art


Australia's leading online art reference source providing information on Aboriginal arts and culture. The variety of Aboriginal arts and artifacts provided on this site reflect a sublime blend of nature and imagination. In addition to the beautiful artworks we provide, please visit our Cultural Resources page to learn more about the Aboriginal culture. A discerning appreciation of art is far deeper than the simple aesthetics of a piece. The story that is behind the creation can be a journey not only into personal or social history, but also give a glimpse into the inspiration behind the piece.

Please enjoy viewing and learning about Australian Aboriginal Art!
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AUTHENTIC ABORIGINAL ART A3 by NGANUWAAY KOOLYN

AUTHENTIC ABORIGINAL ART A3 by NGANUWAAY KOOLYN

AU $75.00
ALISON BURGU WANDJINA ORIGINAL

ALISON BURGU WANDJINA ORIGINAL

AU $99.00
KEVIN NAMATJIRA NORTHERN TERRITORY LANDSCAPE ORIGINAL

KEVIN NAMATJIRA NORTHERN TERRITORY LANDSCAPE ORIGINAL

AU $122.50
ABORIGINAL-INSPIRED ULURU WATERCOLOUR

ABORIGINAL-INSPIRED ULURU WATERCOLOUR

AU $5.00
Original Painting by Margaret Scobie

Original Painting by Margaret Scobie

AU $500.00
Audrey Morton Kngwarreye~ABSOLUTELY AMAZING Colour~WOW!

Audrey Morton Kngwarreye~ABSOLUTELY AMAZING Colour~WOW!

AU $749.00
ABORIGINAL ETHNOGRAPHIC JASPER GRINDING BOWL , C.1900s

ABORIGINAL ETHNOGRAPHIC JASPER GRINDING BOWL , C.1900s

AU $22.00
EORA CORROBOREE 74 x 77cm by NGANUWAAY KOOLYN

EORA CORROBOREE 74 x 77cm by NGANUWAAY KOOLYN

AU $175.00
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Australian Aboriginal Art News:

The coveted Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Award (25th) - Was held on Friday August 15th
celebrating the Silver Jubilee.

The four categories in which prizes of $4000 were awarded are:

- the Telstra General Painting Award: Winner - Doreen Reid Nakamarra
- the Telstra Bark Painting Award: Winner - Terry Ngamandara
- the Telstra Work on Paper Award: Winner - Dennis Nona
- the Wandjuk Marika 3D Memorial Award (sponsored by Telstra): Winner - Nyapanyapa Yunupingu


The non-acquisitive Telstra Award of $40000 is awarded to the overall top piece in the exhibition. This is the premier Aboriginal art event in Australia showcasing both top and emerging Aboriginal artists. Makinti Napanangka from Kintore NT, is this years major prize winner.

Award details here

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