2024

TIWI DESIGN

Art galleries

Tiwi Design is an Aboriginal art center located in Wurrumiyanga on Bathurst Island, north of Darwin. Founded in 1969, it is one of the oldest and most diverse art centres in Australia. The center produces ochre paintings on canvas and bark, ironwood sculptures, printed fabrics, ceramics, bronze and glass sculptures, as well as limited edition prints. The corporation's aim is to promote, preserve and enrich Tiwi culture.

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2024

JILAMARA ARTS & CRAFTS

Art galleries

Jilamara Arts & Crafts Association is an art center located in Milikapiti, Northern Territory, Australia. Run by Aboriginal artists, it features a variety of authentic Tiwi artworks. Visitors can discover ironwood carvings of birds, Tutini poles, and ochre paintings on bark, canvas, linen and paper. Limited editions of original prints and hand-printed textiles are also available. To learn more about Tiwi culture and understand local art, visitors can take part in learning activities organized by the center. Jilamara Arts & Crafts Association is a must for anyone interested in Aboriginal art and culture in Australia.

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