Aboriginal Art Co Store

Aboriginal Art Co Store in West End is a retail and gallery destination focused on authentic Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, products and cultural experiences. It is operated by Aboriginal Art Co, a First Nations-led not-for-profit organisation established in 2019, with a stated focus on supporting artists, art centres and businesses through ethical sales and stronger community control over art and culture.

The collection spans paintings, sculptures, carvings, fibre art, works on paper and wearable art, alongside gifts and other products such as jewellery, textiles, homewares, books and bags. The website features works sourced through Aboriginal-owned businesses and art centres, including woven fibre pieces, returning boomerangs and paintings. Art purchases come with a certificate of authenticity, while other products include relevant information about their makers and suppliers.

There is more to explore than the shop itself. Aboriginal Art Co also presents exhibitions, artist talks, art tours and workshops, with current and past exhibitions, upcoming events and a virtual gallery available through its website. Bespoke tours and venue hire are also listed, making the organisation relevant to visitors seeking a deeper introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts and culture, as well as groups planning a structured experience.

The organisation places particular emphasis on provenance, transparency and fair relationships with artists, art centres and businesses. It says its suppliers are carefully vetted, works with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists exclusively, and is certified through the Indigenous Art Code and Supply Nation. With its combination of gallery programming, retail, learning opportunities and culturally informed sourcing, the West End venue suits art buyers, visitors wanting meaningful gifts, and anyone looking to engage with First Nations art in Brisbane through a more considered and ethical model.