Library Guides: Art history: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' art

Items in the Library's collection

Browse the Library's curated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art books.

UQ Library also has a curated collection of photographs celebrating the memories, people, places events and objects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander images collection.

Note: This collection may contain images, voices, or names of deceased persons.

Protocols and guidelines

Protocols for using First Nations Cultural and Intellectual Property in the Arts
Developed by the Australian Council for the Arts to govern the use of First Nations intellectual property in the arts sector.
First peoples: A roadmap for enhancing Indigenous engagement in museums and galleries
Guidelines created by the Australian Museums and Galleries Association to improve Indigenous representation in the Arts.
Indigeous Art Code
This Code is a set of rules and guidelines for dealers and businesses to ensure ethical practices and fair treatment of artists.

The Museum studies guide has more information on the culturally sensitive collection and display of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' art.

Visit Special Collections and Galleries for more about finding Indigenous in Australian gallery collections.