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Exhibition

4th National Indigenous Art Triennial: Ceremony

26 Mar – 31 Jul 2022

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First Nations

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Collection

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art

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Ongoing

The National Gallery is custodian of the world’s largest and most outstanding collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art.

James Tylor
Photo essay

Lit by a single light, James Tylor sits in his darkened studio holding a daguerreotype photographic plate with gloved hands. He wears black and white Adidas trainers, olive chinos and a Kathmandu winter coat. He has dark short hair.

Kaurna artist JAMES TYLOR uses the historical 19th century photographic process of the Becquerel daguerreotype to create contemporary images.

Touring Exhibition

Ever Present
First Peoples Art of Australia

On Tour

National Gallery Singapore
27 May – 25 Sept 2022

See The Aboriginal Memorial in its new location in the heart of the Gallery on Level 1.

Penny Evans
Studio spotlight

Penny Evans stands behind a large and full work bench making her artworks

Ahead of the opening of the '4th National Indigenous Art Triennial: Ceremony' we visit Kamilaroi/Gomeroi artist Penny Evans in her studio.

Doreen Reid Nakamarra, Pintupi people

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Stories & Ideas

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Reconciliation Week 2022

The Aboriginal Memorial
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National Gallery of Australia

Gender Equity Action Plan 2021–2026
Digital Publication

4th National Indigenous Art Triennial: Ceremony
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Coming early 2024

Lindy Lee: Ouroboros
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Collection

The National Gallery’s evolving collection of over 155,000 works of art, created by more than 15,000 artists, includes the world’s largest collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art.

First Nations

Australian Art

Paintings

Posters

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Access

We provide a range of free programs designed for and with people with disability and access needs.

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Teachers & Students

Foster a love of learning through art with our range of dynamic and creative programs and resources.

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Young People

Love art? Full of ideas? Get inspired and get involved in creative programs for young people.

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Kids & Families

Encourage your child’s curiosity and creativity with our range of joyful, artist-led programs.

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Adults

Creative learning is a life-long pursuit. With our range of art programs, you’re sure to find the perfect spark for your imagination.

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