The small but lively centre of Alice Springs has a big reputation for Aboriginal artwork and one of the oldest living traditions in the world.
You may have heard the small centre of Alice Springs has a big reputation for Aboriginal art. Set foot in one of the town’s many and diverse art galleries, and be welcomed into one of the oldest living traditions in the world.
Learn a visual language
Connect with the Red Centre’s vibrant culture and landscape through contemporary art works that tell traditional stories. Discover superb dot paintings and watercolours by some of Australia’s most successful and prominent Aboriginal artists, including Barbara Weir, Minnie Pwerle and Albert Namatjira.
Trace the visual heritage and stunning craft of the Papunya Tula and Utopia artists. Be inspired by the styles and symbols of the Central and Western Desert peoples, and share their Dreamtime stories. Enjoy many more works by local painters – some already well known, and others waiting to thrill you for the first time.