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Indigenous art has always been viewed as “primitive art” and confined to ethnographic institutions rather than art galleries by Western, non-Indigenous artists and critics. It is possible to appreciate Indigenous art forms while acknowledging that they are frequently produced in artistic traditions that diverge significantly from those connected to the fine arts institutions in the […]
Pratiksha Shome Following complaints of influence from white studio workers, the National Gallery of Australia (NGA) has formally postponed a significant exhibition of Aboriginal artwork that is currently being reviewed. The official postponement of the exhibition Ngura Pulka – Epic Country was announced in a statement from the museum on June 7. The exhibition, which
Fabric is something that is integral to many cultures all over the world. It conveys a sense of history and past, revealing the roots of the region. The striking colors and fascinating patterns of the hand-printed fabrics created by the female artists of Maningrida instill a sense of awe as one gazes at them. Jarracharra brings
Hand-printed narratives: Jarracharra brings cultures together at National Crafts Museum Read More »
It was a long-drawn effort to retrieve aboriginal art that culminated in success recently owing to a proactive move by Australia. Two rare artworks by Wurundjeri artist William Barak at auction at Sotheby’s in New York and The Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Cultural Heritage Corporation had raised $117,627 via a crowdfunding page to buy the artworks
Victorian government spends $500,000 to retrieve rare Aboriginal art to Australia Read More »