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Hand Painted Boomerang

These Boomerangs have been painted by the Warlukurlangu Artists.  Warlukurlangu means ‘belonging to fire’ in the local language, Warlpiri, and is named after a fire dreaming site west of Yuendumu in Central Australia. A boomerang is a thrown tool, typically constructed as a flat air-foil, that is designed to spin about an axis perpendicular to the direction of its flight. A returning boomerang is designed to return to the thrower. It is well known as a weapon used by some Aboriginal Australian peoples for hunting.

Clapsticks

Clapsticks or Music sticks are used to serve the purpose of maintaining rhythm with Aboriginal voice chants.  As an ancestral instrument that may traditionally accompany the didgeridoo. Clapsticks are often made from mulga wood and can be decorated or burned using hot wire to create patterns and symbols to tell stories of the Dreamtime.

Traditional Carvings

Contemporary carvings by Anangu (Central and Western Desert Aboriginal people) are known as punu, hand carved and decorated with walka, patterns burnt into the wood with wire heated on a wood fire. The animals all have their associations with the Tjukurpa, the stories of the Creation Ancestors and the activities which shaped the land, the people and their Law. Many of the details of Tjukurpa are restricted to senior custodians but for this story they have been able to make some details open for sharing.

Beaded Jewellery

Necklace making is a traditional part of Australian Aboriginal culture and each stage plays an intregral part from seed collection to wearing necklaces during ceremonies. Necklaces are worn by both Aboriginal men and women during ceremonies.  The production of necklaces is seasonal which is mainly carried out by the women and children. In the desert regions of Australia seed production and development are dependent on sufficient rainfalls.  Women and children gather seeds and pods for necklace making while searching for bush tucker using their traditional knowledge.

Hand Painted Metal Sculptures

The artists of Warlukurlangu Artists in Yuendumu Community have hand painted these metal kangaroo's and dog's. These hand crafted and painted kangaroos are inspired by one of Australia's most successful remote dog programs which is run by Warlukurlangu Artists. While it receives a lot of recognition, what many people are unaware of is that apart from dogs, the program also provides a much needed rescue service for many other injured or orphaned animals in the community. 

Artwork Journals

Browse through our collection of Artwork journals.  This can make a delightful gift for someone.  The artworks featured are from prominent Australian Aboriginal artists from Central Australia, Kimberley and Arhemland.  Central Art is very privelged to represent some of these oustanding artists.

Sculptures

Australian Aboriginal Art includes works of wide range of mediums , including painting on leaves, wood carvings, sculptures, rock carvings, ceremonial clothing and sand painting. This gallery showcases sculptures.

Artwork gift cards

We have a beauitful collection of Artwork gift cards, exclusive only to Central Art.  Each artwork featured are of significant artworks from some of the best Australian Aboriginal artists from Central Australia.  Central Art feels honoured to work alongside these artists and represent their work.  Artists such as Harold Thomas and Gloria Petyare are our mentors.

Wildlife Gifts Cards