About the Artists
Our vibrant and dynamic artists are from the Utopia region; a large remote area of Central Australia which, until recently, had no government funded art centre. As a result of their pioneering efforts, they have one of the strongest and richest art histories.
Celebrating NAIDOC Week: 3 - 10 July 2016
NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia each July to celebrate the rich history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The theme of NAIDOC Week 2016 is Songlines: The Living Narrative of Our Nation.
For more information on NAIDOC Week and how you can celebrate or learn more about the rich Aboriginal culture and history in Australia, visit www.naidoc.org.au/celebrating-naidoc-week. The website also has a list of events across the country if you are interested in participating and gaining a better understanding, such as luncheons, storytelling and book launches. If you can't attend, there are plenty of learning opportunities online.
For more information on NAIDOC Week and how you can celebrate or learn more about the rich Aboriginal culture and history in Australia, visit www.naidoc.org.au/celebrating-naidoc-week. The website also has a list of events across the country if you are interested in participating and gaining a better understanding, such as luncheons, storytelling and book launches. If you can't attend, there are plenty of learning opportunities online.
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