Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Resources

Demonstrates how design principles based in the Dreaming are now being applied to contemporary practices. Could be used for modelling how alternative perspectives can be included in current works.

A compendium of eucalyptus bark painting, chronicles the rise of a globally significant art movement. Could be used for considering the roles that traditionally neglected types of art play in the modern art world.

Explores the evolution of the contemporary Aboriginal art movement in remote areas of Australia across twenty-nine art centres in five states. Could be used for considering the role of art centres, reflecting on the evolution of Indigenous art and the attitudes surrounding it.

Images of full colour artworks from numerous Indigenous communities, deeply grounded in country and put together in conjunction with the Warlayirti Arts Centre. Could be used for reflecting on place-based art, and how place is central to many types of Indigenous art.

Discusses ethical issues for Indigenous art and selling for international markets, including galleries and museums. Could be used for prompting discussion and self-reflection.