The Business Toolkit for Indigenous Women has been produced following a recommendation from the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women’s Gathering (NATSIWG). It is intended to inform and inspire Indigenous women in their aspirations to be successful business women. If you are thinking about getting started, or are already up and running ...  More...

In the paper, "Writing up Indigenous research: authorship, copyright and Indigenous knowledge systems", Terri Janke explains copyright, old knowledge, authorship, sacred and secret material and the implications of research methods on Indigenous knowledge systems. The paper outlines the importance of considering authorship in academic research when wri...  More...

The KIDOGO ART INSTITUTE is an independent art school dedicated to providing students with a solid foundation in the visual arts. Our programs are designed to prepare students for careers as professional artists or designers. We are a Registered Training Organisation offering accredited Cert III and Cert IV programs in Art and Design as well as genera...  More...

This accredited, Cert III level course is designed for Aboriginal artists who want to learn how to improve the standard of their art practice so they can achieve better success in the sale of their artworks. Covering a vast array of useful techniques and knowledge, the course will help aboriginal artists paint better pictures and attract better prices...  More...

Indigenous crafts people around the country grapple with the issue of authentication. In the face of cheap imports, the tourist market has difficulty identifying authentic Indigenous Australian craft. Should we have an Indigenous authentication label? Read the media release, vote and have your say at the link below.  More...

Want to know more about the ‘how to’ in making your arts project work? Here you will find a selection of five info sheets covering topics as diverse as running projects, resourcing your arts, documenting & evaluating, getting support, Indigenous protocols & youth arts best practice… FREE for you to download. Propel Youth Arts Western Australi...  More...

This online forum is based around key issues faced by the Indigenous craft and design sector such as ethical practices, education and authenticity. Those with an interest in Indigenous cultural practice or contemporary craft and design are invited to have a look at what is being talked about, and view the images, videos and skype conversations. You ...  More...

The Craft Australia National Forums are held biennially to engage with the sector in discussions and debate on topical issues surrounding contemporary craft and design practice. In response to the geographical distances facing Australian practitioners the forums are online and offer unique opportunities for remote, regional, urban and international au...  More...

The papers from the September 2009 conference "ReGenerating Community: Arts Community and Governance Conference" are now available for free download from the link below. The ReGenerating Community Conference was about ways in which global issues are being addressed locally through collaborations between artists, communities and local government. Issue...  More...

KickArts Shop sources work from local and/or indigenous artists. They are constantly sourcing new work. Working directly with the artists, master printmakers, publishers and art centres and through KickArts own publishing arm Djumbunji Press, KickArts Fine Art Printmaking they obtain the best quality work available in this highly collectible field of ...  More...

Now part of the services provided through the Panel of Economic Development and Business Support Business Support.   More...

The Arts Law Centre of Australia (Arts Law) has released a new sample agreement between Indigenous Artists and Art Centres. Available as a FREE download this sample Indigenous Artist and Art Centre Agreement has been developed for Indigenous Art Centres to use with its artists members where the Art Centre sells the work of the artist on consignment a...  More...

The Boolarng Nangamai Aboriginal Art and Culture Studio is actively participating in a hands on approach to Reconciliation in our country. The studio conducts workshops passing on skills to both people in the Aboriginal and non Aboriginal community.  More...

The VCA Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Arts Management is designed to prepare students for leadership roles in the Indigenous Arts arena across a range of arts disciplines. The course will involve four one-week intensives in July, September, November and December. Study areas include Indigenous Arts & Cultural Identity, Industry & Marketing, Proto...  More...

The 'Working as an Indigenous artist' guide has been produced to help Indigenous artists protect themselves and their art. Use this booklet to learn more about: • commercial galleries; • working with commercial galleries; • Indigenous cultural protocols; • general legal concerns; and • copyright and the law.   More...