About Warlukurlangu Artists
Warlukurlangu Artists Aboriginal Corporation is an Aboriginal-owned art centre located in the remote community of Yuendumu, about 290 kilometres northwest of Alice Springs in the Central Desert Region of the Northern Territory. Established in 1985, it is one of Central Australia's longest-running art centres, representing Warlpiri artists. The centre is renowned for its vibrant acrylic paintings depicting Jukurrpa (Dreaming) stories and plays a central role in cultural maintenance and community enterprise.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a working art centre and gallery in a remote desert community setting. The centre features exhibition spaces displaying colourful Warlpiri acrylic paintings, a retail gallery where artworks can be viewed and purchased directly from the artists, and studio areas where artists may be seen painting. The environment is arid desert with red earth and sparse vegetation, and the experience is focused on art viewing, cultural learning and direct engagement with Warlpiri artists and their Jukurrpa stories.
Key highlights
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One of Central Australia's longest-running Aboriginal-owned art centres, established in 1985
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Extensive collection of vibrant Warlpiri acrylic paintings depicting Jukurrpa (Dreaming) stories
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Opportunity to meet Warlpiri artists and observe painting in the studio
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