Artists love Alice and creativity flourishes in our community - a byproduct of living remote and being surrounded by an incredibly ancient powerful stunning landscape.
Those interested in art would be recommended to visit:
1. the wonderful Siri Omberg siriomberg.com.au who drew the Hakea lorea (Corkwood) on the wedding invitation. Her studio is in the back of her garden at 3 Mueller St Eastside and open on Saturday from 9-5pm. She sells jewellery, African goodies and art work.
2. Papanya Tula Gallery papunyatula.com.au in the Todd Mall sells art produced by an artist cooperative formed in 1972 that is owned and operated by Aboriginal people from the Western Desert. The paintings are exquisite, produced ethically and sold by very knowledgeable people who also happen to be friends. Make sure you introduce yourself to Paul Sweeney, Lizzi and Ben!
3. Tjanpi Weavers tjanpi.com.au is a non for profit social enterprise for aborginial women who make baskets, sculptures, and jewellery. If you want an authentic feel good Central Australian momento this is your place. prepare to pay :-)
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