Collection of John and Barbara Wilkerson An art movement’s origins usually can’t be pinpointed, but boldly patterned Aboriginal acrylic painting first appeared at a specific time and place.

Embracing their oral traditions, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have used art as a medium to pass down their cultural stories, spiritual beliefs, and essential knowledge of the land.

"A lot of people like Aboriginal art because it is colorful or pretty ... Café Ngura (pronounced "nu-rah") — meaning "country" or "home" in many Indigenous languages — will serve bush spice-infused ...

His fusion of culture and art is reflected in pieces such as ‘ABC’, or Aboriginal Born Chinese, which blends traditional Chinese art forms with the legacy of his Aboriginal heritage.

"A lot of people like Aboriginal art because it is colorful or pretty ... rah") — meaning "country" or "home" in many Indigenous languages — will serve bush spice-infused teas and coffee ...