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25.01.2022 Our 2020 participating Art Centres have been super busy packing and processing your online orders! We can’t wait to see your photos when your new works arrive Gapuwiyak Culture and Arts Aboriginal Corporation

25.01.2022 We have been seeing hundreds of your DAAF orders being packed and ready to post, with many coming from some of the remotest parts of Australia. We can’t wait to see your beautiful photos of your purchases once they arrive and have found a place in your home, please share them with us across our socials. If you haven’t received confirmation of your orders, please contact your Art Centre directly, they have all been working around the clock to get your goods to you and some or...ders may take a bit longer due to the remoteness of your Art Centre. Papunya Tjupi Arts

24.01.2022 Visitor Survey for your chance to win! Thank you to everyone who visited the online Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair this year. Our 2020 DAAF Visitor Survey is now open and we'd love your feedback.... Your responses are extremely valuable to the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair Foundation, especially with this being our first ever online Fair! We want to hear about what you loved and how we can grow the Fair, so that together, we can support the vibrant and diverse artistic expression coming from Australia's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Centres. As an extra thank you, all survey participants will automatically go into the draw to win one of three beautiful artworks! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DAAF2020Visitors Clarrie Djanghara, Wandjina, Natural pigment on canvas, 45cm x 45cm, 2019. Photo courtesy of Kira Kiro Arts

24.01.2022 Congratulations IACA!!! You guys are amazing

23.01.2022 SHARING FAMILY Introducing husband and wife, Daphne Marks and Francis Marshall who paint side by side after work. Daphne paints Yalka Tjukurrpa, the Bush onion, and Francis paints Wanampi Tjukurrpa.... Find these little gems on the Ikuntji Artists pages of our 2020 digital DAAF! https://daaf.com.au/artist/daphne-marks/ https://daaf.com.au/artist/francis-marshall-4/

22.01.2022 Meet 5 of the highlight finalists of the Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Awards. Vogue Australia Words by Francesca Wallace Photographs by Merinda Campbell

22.01.2022 NEW BLOG: DAAFF Yarns With Jessica Clark Words by Camilla Wagstaff 'The program acts as a platform for First Nations voices. It’s an opportunity for us to get together, to share knowledge and culture, to connect with each other and build skills and meaningful relationships.... We have built a family at DAAF; a life-long support line that continues to grow each year. The time and space provide us to work together as a collective and to develop and interrogate strategies and solutions is really important.' - Jessica Clark on the Indigenous Curators Program and Symposium You can read our latest online: https://daaf.com.au/daaff-yarns-with-jessica-clark/ #darwinartfair

20.01.2022 JOIN THE Off The Leash TEAM Keen to work at a creative, fun and dynamic not-for-profit organisation? Our awesome mates at OLT are on the hunt for a talented Editorial Assistant to join their family in 2021. For more on this exciting part-time role, click here: https://bit.ly/OTLmagWorkWithUs ... Applications close 7pm, Wed 25 Nov (ACST) P.S. Know someone who would love to know about this opportunity in Darwin? Tag them in the comments below

20.01.2022 Congratulations Vincent Namatjira - Winner of the 2020 Archibald for his portrait of Adam Goodes and has become the first Indigenous artist to win in its 99-year history.

18.01.2022 Country to Couture is back in 2020! Ending the year in style, Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair's (DAAF) annual fashion event will return to Darwin on 3 December with an exclusive local showcase, followed by an exciting debut in Melbourne in early 2021 which will be paired with a digital broadcast, set to reach audiences far and wide! Part of DAAFF’s Indigenous Fashion Projects (IFP), the showcase of Indigenous textile and fashion design is a popular staple on the Darwin calendar, ...Country to Couture has been a key attraction alongside (DAAF) since 2016. The impact of COVID-19 saw DAAF innovate with a digital event in 2020, and Country to Couture has also had its own change of scene! The lineup this year features collections from across Australia including work from: Ngali (featuring artist Lindsay Malay from Warmun Art Centre), Warlukurlangu Aboriginal Corporation, Anindilyakwa Arts, Ikuntji Artists, Liandra Swim and Bima Wear. These include unique collaborations with labels North, Magpie Goose, and Nobody Denim. Audiences can expect to experience the events themselves through a digital broadcast set to launch in the new year. Stay tuned for updates and head to ifp.org.au for all the details. The Warlu Collection 2020, Image Courtesy of Warlukurlangu Artists & North Home Textiles

15.01.2022 SAVE on stretching with Chapman & Bailey Purchase Indigenous art from Community Art Centres across Australia and receive 10% OFF stretching and framing with nation-wide participating framers and suppliers. 10% OFF Stretchers... 10% OFF Shadow frames 10% OFF Delivery* 10% OFF Installation* Service includes: Recommended artwork stretching services in Aust capital cities. Professional quality stretching with expandable stretchers to keep paintings tight in all conditions Framers/art stores can either deliver or recommend delivery and installation services.* All providers are using quality Chapman & Bailey stretchers or joining systems. Supporting Framers: Melbourne: Chapman & Bailey* Sydney: Parkers Art Supplies Pigment Lab Brisbane: Chapman & Bailey* Adelaide: Central Artist Supplies Frames and Finishes Perth: Guest Art Services Alice Springs: Chapman & Bailey* https://chapmanbailey.com.au//supporting-indigenous-art-c/ Image: Martumilli Artists youth art camp.

15.01.2022 A Landmark Collaboration Between Bábbarra Women's Centre x Kip&Co Congratulations to Maningrida's Babbarra Women's Centre who yesterday launched their brand new bedding and lifestyle collaboration with Melbourne based Kip&Co! Two years in the making, this is an exciting partnership which includes seven Babbarra Women's Centre Artists, Deborah Wurrkidj, Elizabeth Wullunmingu, Helen Lanyinwanga, Janet Marawarr, Jennifer Wurrkidj, Margot Gurawiliwili, and Raylene Bonson. ... Sally Tabart writes for The Design Files 'Every element from artwork selection, to product range, colours and labels has been led by the women at Bábbarra. Profits from sales of the collection will be divided equally between Bábbarra and Kip&Co' You can read more about this beautiful collaboration below - https://thedesignfiles.net//shopping-kip-and-co-babbarra-/ Gorgeous photography on Country by Caitlin Mills Photography

12.01.2022 INTRODUCING IFP Pathways Program Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair Foundation’s Indigenous Fashion Projects (IFP) have partnered with iconic Australian retailer David Jones for the ‘Pathways Program’ for Australian Indigenous fashion designers. Creating Pathways for our First Nations Designers.... The Pathways Program has been designed to facilitate support for First Nations designers across all stages of the development of a fashion label. Through a series of workshops and mentorship, the Pathways Program is an opportunity for the iconic retailer and other industry experts to share their industry expertise and nurture the growth of Indigenous businesses. https://www.ifp.org.au/ Yerrgi (fishnet) textiles design by Kieran Karritpul. Dress by Raw Cloth. Model Charlee Fraser. Photo by Georges Antoni for Marie Claire Australia

12.01.2022 Your DAAF orders are on there way! The only thing more exciting than these photos are ones of your new art, once it has arrived! Make sure you send us pictures or tag us on our socials! We are so excited for you all!... Jilamara #DarwinArtFair

11.01.2022 NT Export and Industry Awards Winners! We are very excited to share that our DAAFF team won the Dept of Industry Tourism and Trade Resilient Territory Business of the Year and the Dept of Foreign Affairs and Trade Creative and Digital Technologies Award at Friday night's NT Export and Industry Awards (NTEIA) in Darwin! 2020 marks the 27th year of the NTEIA which gave recognition to the Exporters and Leaders in Industry across 16 categories.... The key theme for 2020 is the RESILIENCE of Territory businesses. Coordinated by the International Business Council of the Chamber of Commerce and supported by major sponsors; the Department of Trade Business and Innovation (Northern Territory Government) and Seven Darwin. And a big shout out to Chamber of Commerce NT! Mindful of businesses that are in financial uncertainty due to COVID-19, particularly those affected by the international trade barriers and unpredictable global economy, this year's Awards recognised businesses (exporters and industry leaders) who have RESHAPED, ADAPTED and REVIVED in these difficult times. Winners were announced and finalists celebrated at a gala dinner event on 6 November. Congratulations to all winners and finalists. Pic: Our gorgeous Mandy Tripcony, DAAF General Manager accepted the awards in Darwin.

10.01.2022 You artworks are on their way! As we shared a few days ago, DAAF sold over $2M worth of artworks across our 10 day digital fair, 6 -16 August. Our Art Centres and Australia Post, plus delivery partners have been working around the clock to get millions of parcels out to Australians during these unprecedented times.... We know you are excited to receive your new treasures and ask for your patience with some of the delayed delivery times. Thank you Leanne @cavalettigallery (IG) for sharing this beautiful piece, purchased via our 2020 digital DAAF! Made by Taungurung/Wurundjeri artist|designer|weaver Cassie Leatham @wild_blak_arts via Baluk Arts

09.01.2022 Last night’s AFL Dreamtime in Darwin started with a powerful Welcome to Country by Larrakia Nation Chairman Richard Fejo Video by AFL Northern Territory - congratulations to everyone who made the night such an amazing success!

09.01.2022 FIVE THINGS TO LOOK FOR!

09.01.2022 Did you buy something beautiful at our 2020 digital DAAF? We encourage you to share your new purchases with us when they arrive! Thanks to Mel B for sharing this colourful piece by Samuel Miller of Ninuku Arts #DarwinArtFair

08.01.2022 A peek into the Derivan Factory, many people are surprised when they find out that Derivan manufacture all of their paint in Rhodes, Sydney, Australia. Since 1964 Derivan has been committed to providing the arts community with the world's finest-quality artist acrylic colours and mediums. The founders of the company had a vision "to make available to artists worldwide, a premium paint, while remaining environmentally and socially responsible" and they continue to do this to... this day. https://www.derivan.com.au/

07.01.2022 Meet the senior ladies of the Hermannsburg Potters. The Hermannsburg Potters are based in Western Aranda country at Ntaria, they create vibrant handmade terracotta pots using hand coil and pinch technique. These unique artworks encompass collective and individually lived histories of the artists’ distinct country. Ntaria is also home of the Ntaria Ladies Choir which also sings with other choirs in the Central Australian Aboriginal Women’s Choir who are invited each year to... open the Desert Mob Exhibition and Symposium. Sit back and relax while we share the magic of culture.

07.01.2022 The 2020 Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair (DAAF) has much to celebrate! 69 Art Centres 1,335 Artists... 6,118 Artworks More than $2.6 million in sales Over 44,500 unique online visitors SAVE THE DATE: 6-8 August 2021

07.01.2022 2020 DAAF generates over $2Million for Art Centres! Thank you for supporting the 14th Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair and our first ever online DAAF! The online iteration of DAAF was pulled together by our small team in less than 12 weeks, and whilst we have learnt a great deal in the process, we are incredibly proud to announce that more than $2 million was generated in sales and over 44,000 people visited the event! ... As always, DAAF takes no commission - 100% of these sales have gone back to support the Art Centres. We invite you now to revisit our amazing public program, and please stay in touch and stay safe. https://daaf.com.au/public-program/ Tangentyere Artists and Yarrenyty Arltere Artists booth at the 2019 Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair. Photo by Dylan Buckee

05.01.2022 30 Years of Desert Mob

05.01.2022 SAVE THE DATE! 6-8 August 2021 Join us next August for our 15th Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair (DAAF) and stay a while to explore Darwin and the Top End, we have a lot on offer and can't wait to share more! Thank you to everyone who supported our first ever digital DAAF this year, it was so great we extended it an extra two days and completely exceeded all expectations.... Much love, the DAAF team x

04.01.2022 DAAFF Yarns is back! Camilla Wagstaff chats with First Nations artist Lisa Waup! Art gives me a vehicle to have a voice and to be able to express myself through a visual means, I feel that I am honouring my family and ancestors with my expressed connections. Being creative enables me to see situations in a different way; this way also delivers me to a place of healing and belonging. Read our full blog online - ... https://daaf.com.au/daaff-yarns-with-lisa-waup/

04.01.2022 JOB OPPORTUNITY Operations Manager - Injalak Arts Gunbalanya This newly created role of Operations Manager is part of a small, dynamic team that ensures the smooth operations of Injalak Arts.... This position provides operational and staff support across the organisation, and assistance to the CEO as required in program management and corporate governance. For more info https://www.artshub.com.au//operations-manager-gunbalanya-

03.01.2022 The Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair (DAAF) provides a unique opportunity to purchase artworks direct from over 70 Indigenous-owned Art Centres, whilst being immersed in an exciting program of traditional dance, workshops, artists talks, food, film and fashion! Join us in Darwin next year for the 2021 DAAF and stay a while and explore the Northern Territory Australia! Save The Date: 6-8 August, 2021!... https://daaf.com.au/

02.01.2022 Indigenous artworks light up the National Carillon for NAIDOC Week celebrations! Artworks and designs from 30 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Artists was projected each evening last week onto Canberra's 50-metre monument creating a breathtaking sight This year’s NAIDOC theme Always Was, Always Will Be reinforces the strength and resilience of First Nations Peoples to survive and thrive.... via various Instagram accounts - each picture has been credited.

02.01.2022 Our 2020 digital DAAF Public Program was a huge hit this year, with all of our workshops selling out within days of releasing them. Our participants sat with master weavers from @anindilyakwa_arts, including Maicie Lalara who has recently returned from an art residency in Jakarta. Learn the basics to weave baskets using ghost nets, along with recycled fabrics and pandanus fibres. @o_stone (IG) Olivia and Vic participating in our Both Ways Basket Weaving Workshop from Geelong during our 2020 digital DAAF!

02.01.2022 Model call out to our Darwin community The Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair's iconic 'Country to Couture' fashion show is back and we'd love to invite you to be a part of it. Now in it's 5th year, the 2020 showcase will include an intimate event in Darwin. As always, it will be a celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander contemporary fine art, high-end fashion, and the diversity of Australian Indigenous design. ... See yourself on the runway or know someone who might be interested? We're welcoming men and women from across our community to apply to become one of the Country to Couture models in this special showcase on Larrakia Country in Darwin, on 3 December 2020. Models must be 16 years or over. Applications close Thursday, 19 November 2020. Email us at [email protected] for all the details. 2019 Country to Couture, Savvy Social

01.01.2022 Numbulwar is a small, primarily Aboriginal community on the Gulf of Carpentaria in the Northern Territory of Australia. The major language group of the community is Nunggubuyu and their language, Wubuy, is used by older generations. Built on self-determination, Numbulwar Numburindi Arts (NNA) is a collective of artists whose mission is to keep culture strong. Established in 2019, Numbulwar’s first art centre is 100 per cent owned and controlled by the community. Born from the... community’s desire to practice and engage with traditional culture, NNA is a space for artistic and cultural expression. Champions of fibre art, NNA artists marry naturally-dyed and locally-harvested pandanus with bright and bold ghost nets, abandoned fishing line retrieved from Numbulwar’s shoreline. See more

01.01.2022 HAPPY NAIDOC WEEK We are loving this year's NAIDOC Week poster by Perth based artist and designer, Tyrown Waigana. 'Shape of Land' was judged by the National NAIDOC Committee to have best illustrated the 2020 NAIDOC theme: Always Was Always Will Be.... A proud Noongar and Saibai Islander, Tyrown has previously been named as one of WA’s best new and emerging Indigenous artists. The 23-year-old says his winning entry depicts the Rainbow Serpent coming out of the Dreamtime to create this country and how we are strongly connected to it. The Rainbow Serpent is represented by the snake and it forms the shape of Australia, which symbolises how it created our lands. The colour from the Rainbow Serpent is reflected on to the figure to display our connection to the Rainbow Serpent, thus our connection to country. The overlapping colours on the outside is the Dreamtime. The figure inside the shape of Australia is a representation of Indigenous Australians showing that this country - since the dawn of time - always was, and always will be Aboriginal land, Mr Waigana added. #NAIDOC2020