Learn from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and industry workers

In this video series, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and industry workers share their experiences with fake art and the effect it has on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and their communities.

To learn more about the ways you can buy authentic First Nations arts and crafts, visit our How to buy authentic First Nations arts and crafts page.

These short interviews were filmed during the Cairns Indigenous Art Fair in August 2024.

What does fake or inauthentic art mean to you?

What would you like consumers to know before purchasing Indigenous art?

Have you experienced cultural harm because someone used your artwork without permission?

Why is the protection of Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property important?

What would protecting your art and culture mean for you and your mob?

These videos were filmed at the Cairns Convention Centre on Gimuy Walubarra Yidinji and Yirrganydji Country.

Artists interviewed and artworks featured in the video series include: Darren Blackman, Lena de Jersey (Wei'Num Arts), Toby Cedar, Delvene Cockatoo-Collins, Florence Gutchen (Erub Arts), Matilda Nona (Maza Collection), Susan Reys (Kgari 3 Sisters), Lauren Rogers, Obery Sambo, Melissa Stannard and Arabella Walker.

Read more about what we're doing to protect Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property rights.