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How to tell the difference between cheap canvas and high grade imported linen and why knowing the difference could save you thousands The four key things you should insist on to ensure the authenticity of your artwork The secret sources of investment quality art that the Commercial Galleries don't want you to know about The master list of Aboriginal art symbols and iconography used in over 90% of artworks The key question to ask every seller before you take your artwork home else you could regret your purchase.

"Robert, thank you for your guidance, support and advice on the key things to look for when buying a contemporary Aboriginal artwork. I had no idea about how to ensure authenticity or how to tell the difference in the materials used by an artist. More importantly I now know the difference between quality artworks and cheap tourist art. And I feel so much more confident in being able to find good quality artworks to add to my collection." Angela Rule, consultant and beginning art collector

 

Our site helps you learn about Aboriginal art so that you'll know what to look for and what to avoid when choosing your next artwork.

Creating Understanding Through Art...

On our site you'll find information, advice, tips and hints on contemporary Indigenous art. Our mission is 'creating understanding through art'. And in keeping with our mission, we give you as much information as we can about the creative process, what makes a great contemporary Indigenous artwork, the things to look out for which mean quality, the little known traps that catch unsuspecting art buyers, key questions to ask when buying your next work, what you should expect when you invest in an artwork.

What you don't know about contemporary Aboriginal art could cost you a lot of time, effort, money and heartache. But it doesn't have to be this way. Its fun, easy and free to learn about contemporary Aboriginal art. And, it will increase your appreciation of great artworks and make you a more discerning audience and collector.

We believe great art is an extension of the person. To this end, it's important for you to know about the artist, the work and the meaning it conveys. Clients tell us time and time again that there's nothing more special than having friends and family over and being able to tell them all about a favourite art work.

In line with our mission of creating understanding through art, we have created a number of free information resources and tutorials on contemporary Aboriginal art:

• Introduction to the Indigenous art movement in Australia
• Different styles, genres and movements in Australian contemporary Aboriginal art
• Aboriginal art iconography and symbols
• Finding, choosing and collecting Aboriginal Artworks
• Materials - What you need to know about timber stretchers
• Materials - Essential things to consider about canvasses and linens
• Transporting and Hanging Artworks
• Caring for your artworks
• The essential Art Collector's Contact List

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A little about us

We are Robert and Arkie Barton, an Australian father-daughter duo who create and exhibit contemporary Aboriginal artworks and paintings. I've been an artist for more than 10 years and my daughter's been creating since she was a toddler. Arkie's now 13 years of age. Please see our Curriculum Vitae for a more detailed view of our artistic experience and achievements.

Interest has grown significantly in our contemporary Aboriginal art and we now exhibit and sell our artworks all over the world. We have works in private and corporate collections in Australia, England, Germany, Brazil, Japan, and the US. While based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, we exhibit our paintings and artworks widely both in Australia and overseas. Our paintings and artworks have been featured in various media including print news, radio and television.

Our contemporary Aboriginal artworks and paintings feature original themes, ideas and personal insights which we communicate through the use of traditional Aboriginal iconography and symbols, vibrant colours, unique textures and specially developed painting techniques. (Read more about our work in How we create).

Featured contemporary Aboriginal artwork for March 2009

Arkie and I create new paintings each month. You can find images and information on our latest artworks in our Gallery of contemporary Aboriginal Artworks.

The title of this work is "The soul of this land"  See other artworks like this in our contemporary Aboriginal Art Gallery.

We've been blessed with the strong and ongoing support of so many wonderful clients and collectors over the last few years. Read more comments from our clients.

May art change the world

Sincerely

Robert and Arkie Barton

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