About Maruku
A Collective of Anangu Artists, Not-for-Profit, Culture-Led
Maruku Arts is more than a gallery, it’s a movement. Owned and operated by Anangu, we represent over 900 Aboriginal artists from more than 20 remote desert communities across Central and Western Australia. Our mission is to keep culture strong and alive through:
Traditional & Contemporary Art
Authentic paintings rooted in Tjukurpa (Anangu Law and Dreaming), created using techniques passed down through generations.
Ceremonial Carvings
Hand-carved punu (wooden items), featuring sacred designs and storytelling marks (walka), crafted from desert timbers.
Cultural Experiences
Hands-on dot painting workshops, artist talks, and storytelling sessions that offer deeper insight into Aboriginal worldviews.
Community Representation
A platform for over 900 artists from 20+ communities to preserve, share, and earn through their cultural knowledge.
What We Offer
Art. Craft. Culture. Connection.
- Original Artworks Paintings rooted in Tjukurpa (Anangu Law and Dreaming), passed through generations.
- Carvings & Ceremonial Works Hand-carved punu items from native woods, etched with sacred stories.
- Experiential Learning Participate in artist-led dot painting workshops and cultural storytelling sessions.
- Wholesale & Licensing Work with us to support ethical art sourcing and promote cultural sustainability.
Our Living Gallery
Step into a visual journey across the Central and Western Deserts.
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