Are you allowed to do Aboriginal dot painting?

Only artists from certain tribes are allowed to adopt the dot technique. Where the artist comes from and what culture has informed his/her's tribe will depend on what technique can be used. It is considered both disrespectful and unacceptable to paint on behalf of someone else's culture. It is simply not permitted.

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Do you need permission to use Aboriginal art?

All Aboriginal art is copyrighted. Agencies help enforce copyright fees. Copyrights fail traditional art.

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Can you do indigenous art if you are not indigenous?

Remember a non-indigenous Australian (or any non Aboriginal person around the world) can never create an Aboriginal artwork because only people from specific parts of country can tell the story of that country.

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Is it okay to take photos of Aboriginal art?

You will find most galleries have pretty tight guidelines when it comes to taking pictures of artworks. Due to the sensitive nature of some pieces, flashes need to be turned off so if you are unsure, please ask a staff member.

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Can students do Aboriginal dot painting?

Children can be supported or encouraged to make their own symbol stones by painting Aboriginal symbols onto stones which can then be incorporate in their story telling. The use of Aboriginal symbols can also be used in the sandpit or on the ground where ever you are to visualize stories with children.

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Are you allowed to take photos of Aboriginal rock art?

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Reproductions and photographs of deceased Indigenous people are absolutely prohibited. This is to protect specific Aboriginal knowledge that may not be open to everyone.

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Can anyone sell Aboriginal art?

If an artwork does not sell through private treaty very few people know it was for sale in the first place and it is not devalued. If it doesn't sell through private treaty it can then be placed in an auction. Important pieces of art can sometimes be sold to State Art galleries but this is a very long and slow process.

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Can non Aboriginals do dot art?

Only artists from certain tribes are allowed to adopt the dot technique. Where the artist comes from and what culture has informed his/her's tribe will depend on what technique can be used. It is considered both disrespectful and unacceptable to paint on behalf of someone else's culture. It is simply not permitted.

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What are the rules of Aboriginal art?

6) Traditional Aboriginal art requires authority, knowledge, association and recognition by the artist who produces the painting. Artists are only permitted to paint the stories and subjects that they are entitled to under traditional law.

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What is the Aboriginal art law?

In Australia, the law protects: Musical, dramatic, literary and artistic works created by individuals who are living or recently passed away (within 70 years) which are protected by the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth) such as paintings, craftworks, sound recordings, films and books.

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Can I paint a dot painting?

Acrylic Paints: While acrylic paint may be the most popular kind of paint for dot painters, there is a difference in the quality of paint used. Two good brands of acrylic paint are Folk Art and Deco Art. Fluid vs. Craft Paint: Regular acrylic paint is perfect for dotting stones because it is permanent when it is dry.

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What is considered disrespectful in Aboriginal culture?

To make direct eye contact can be viewed as being rude, disrespectful or even aggressive.To convey polite respect, the appropriate approach would be to avert or lower your eyes in conversation. Observe the other person's body language.

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Do you have to prove you are indigenous?

Your Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage is something that is personal to you. You do not need a letter of confirmation to identify as an Indigenous person.

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Can you use red in Aboriginal art?

While the most recognised ochre colours are red, yellow, white and black, other colours such as orange, purple, pink and turquoise are also found and used.

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What to do if you find Aboriginal rock art?

Do not disturb the place or remove any material. Check whether the art has the typical characteristics of Aboriginal rock art. If it does, record its location, write a brief description of its condition, and sketch or photograph the artwork.

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Do you need permission to use artwork?

Copyright owners of artistic works hold the right to reproduce, publish, communicate or broadcast their works. There is no right 'to perform' artistic works, you do not need permission to exhibit an artistic work if the copyright owner has already made it publicly available.

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Why do Aboriginal paint themselves white?

Traditionally, the highly creative application of body paint has been used as a way for Aboriginal people to show important aspects of their lives, such as social status, familial group, tribe, ancestry, spirituality and geography.

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Should Aboriginal paintings be framed?

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They are also usually more affordable and easier to ship around the world. To make sure they last the test of time however, you do need to invest in framing them properly. Keeping works on paper directly out of the sun and framed behind glass is recommended.

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What are the sacred Aboriginal colors?

The sacred Aboriginal colours, said to be given to indigenous people during Tjukurpa*, are Black, Red, Yellow and White.

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What is the dot painting controversy?

White Australian artist is abused online for 'copying Aboriginal art' and 'stealing indigenous culture' by making traditional dot paintings. A young white artist who was abused on social media for selling Aboriginal-style dot paintings has apologised and admitted she was guilty of 'cultural appropriation'.

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What is dot painting called?

pointillism, also called divisionism and chromo-luminarism, in painting, the practice of applying small strokes or dots of colour to a surface so that from a distance they visually blend together.

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Is Aboriginal art religious?

The vibrant ceremonial and religious life of Northern Territory people generated a spectacular array of art forms, including body painting and personal ornamentation, ground sculpture, bark painting, wood carving, and rock painting and engraving. Artistic creativity and innovation were informed by religious belief.

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How do you ethically buy indigenous art?

Dealers who have signed the Code may display the Code logo and apply Code certificates to artworks to demonstrate this commitment. Buying art with a Code certificate gives customers reassurance that they are purchasing art which has been ethically sourced and provides greater certainty of the artwork's origin.

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How much should I pay for Aboriginal art?

The price range is from $125 for an original artwork up to the most expensive painting we would have would be about $155,000. It's a broad range. The vast majority of artworks would be in the low to high hundreds and the low thousands, so the vast majority are affordable.

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Why is Aboriginal art so expensive?

A decreasing supply of properly authenticated artworks and a growing demand from serious art investors will inevitably drive substantial increases in the value of paintings, particularly those created by older, traditional Aboriginal artists.

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