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ABORIGINAL ART BY REGION

Posted by Jilan Shah on
Aboriginal art is one of the most fascinating and diverse art forms in the world. The art is not just about paintings and sculptures but is also about stories, traditions, and culture. Aboriginal art has been created by indigenous Australians for over 60,000 years and has developed its unique style, form, and techniques over time. 

Bush Medicine Leaves: An Aboriginal Art Dreaming

Posted by Jilan Shah on
Aboriginal art depicting bush leaves is rooted in the history of the medicinal use of leaves in aboriginal culture. The use of leaves in bush medicine has been practised for many thousands of years for spiritual and physical healing. Today we’ll explore the history of bush medicine leaves and the depiction of the leaves in aboriginal art. 

Symbols & Symbolism - Understanding Indigenous Art

Posted by Jilan Shah on

Indigenous cultures have always been storytellers, passing down stories from generation to generation for over 60,000 years. These stories tend to be based on how things came to be, cultural norms, and life lessons. It is an important factor in the cultures, but these stories aren’t just told through verbal...

How to Buy Indigenous Art Ethically

Posted by Connor Liddelow on

It is important to buy from a trusted dealer to ensure that you get a genuine piece of art, and that the artist is compensated.   For novice buyers, the Indigenous art market can be confusing and overwhelming. There are so many galleries that sell art. Where do you start? How can...

Awelye: Women's Ceremony & Body Paint

Posted by Jilan Shah on
Awelye is the Anmatyerre word for women's Ceremonies and also refers to the designs applied to women's bodies as part of Ceremony. Only Aboriginal women perform Awelye as this is women's business and is never conducted in the presence of men.

Colour Me Bush Medicine - The Amazing Work of Sharon Numina

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Creative Native recently received a range of new artworks by Utopia artist Sharon Numina. Sharon is extremely confident with her choice of colour. From bright reds to hues of blue and yellow-gold, her artworks certainly make a statement. 

Artist of the Week: YONDEE (Shane Hansen)

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Yondee (Shane Hansen) is a Noongar man from the South-West of Western Australia, based in Perth. Learn about his main inspirations, artistic vision and story here. 

Artist of the Week: JUSTIN RONBERG

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Justin Ronberg is an Ukaka man, with bloodlines from the Luritja-Arrente tribe (mother's side) and Nullabor Coast (father's side). He spent his youth in the Northern Territory and the central Desert regions where he was encouraged by his family to pursue his artistic and musical talents. Read more about Justin's life and inspirations here. 

Artist Profile: Christine Winmar's Versatile Expression

Posted by SoulReserve . on

Bright and colourful patterns that shimmer on every medium – canvas, pottery, wood, glass, jewellery and even textile. Aboriginal artist Christine Winmar brings a world of imagination to life. All through her art! Each piece is an experience and it is hard to not be moved. The stunning themes –...

The health benefits of playing the didgeridoo

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IT SOUNDS great and is so good for you that some say it's the healthiest musical instrument in the world. The harp? The drums? The trumpet? No, it's Australia's own didgeridoo. ''It should be taught in schools, in old-age homes, certainly in hospitals and rehab centres,'' says Melbourne digeridoo teacher...