How is Aboriginal art authenticated at Art by Farquhar?

Every painting sold at Art by Farquhar comes with a Certificate of Authenticity documenting the artist, their community, the story behind the work, and provenance details. Art by Farquhar is a proud member of the Aboriginal Art Association of Australia (AAAA), which binds members to a strict code of conduct ensuring artists are treated fairly, transparently and with respect.

Where do Art by Farquhar's artists come from?

Art by Farquhar works directly with artists and their families from two of Australia's most significant Indigenous art regions: the Central Desert of the Northern Territory, including communities such as Willowra and Yuendumu; and the APY Lands of South Australia, home to artists from Ernabella (Pukatja), Watarru and surrounding homelands. The gallery has built direct relationships with artists over many years.

Can I buy Aboriginal art online from Art by Farquhar?

Yes. Art by Farquhar's full collection is available to purchase online at farquhar.art, with shipping available Australia-wide and internationally. Paintings can be purchased as unstretched canvas or stretched and ready to hang (stretching available for Adelaide customers). The gallery is also open in person at 1070 South Road, Edwardstown, South Australia.

What is the APY Lands and why is the art significant?

The Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands is an Aboriginal-owned area of approximately 103,000 square kilometres in the far north-west of South Australia. Artists from the APY Lands paint stories passed down through their families — Dreaming stories that connect people to their country, culture and ancestors. Art by Farquhar works closely with APY Lands artists including Janice Stanley, Rhoda Tjitayi, Susan Tjitayi and Renae Nakamarra Nelson.

How much does Aboriginal art cost at Art by Farquhar?

Art by Farquhar's collection ranges from small works under $500 through to major statement pieces over $10,000. Pricing reflects canvas size, artist reputation, complexity of the work and cultural significance. The gallery does not discount — prices reflect the genuine value of each work and the fair payment made directly to artists.

What is the Mamungari or Spirit Woman Dreaming?

Mamungari (also called Mamungari-Nya) is a creation story from the APY Lands describing Spirit Women travelling across country. It is a story passed down through family lineage and belongs to specific custodians. At Art by Farquhar, Renae Nakamarra Nelson — granddaughter of celebrated Papunya Tula artist Michael Jagamarra Nelson — paints the Mamungari story taught to her by her grandmother Manyitjanu Lennon.

What is the Pantu or Salt Lake story painted by Janice Stanley?

Pantu is the Pitjantjatjara word for salt lake. Janice Stanley, a third-generation artist from Ernabella in the APY Lands, paints the salt lakes near Mt Connor as part of the Seven Sisters creation story. Her distinctive contemporary style depicts these ancient lakes from a bird's eye view, using flowing lines and vibrant colour to capture the shimmering desert landscape.

What is the Piltati Tjukurpa story painted by Rhoda Tjitayi?

Piltati Tjukurpa is an ancestral creation story belonging to the Tjitayi family from Pukatja in the APY Lands. The story follows two sisters, Wanyinta and Alartjatjarra, who travelled Piltati with their husbands hunting and gathering food. Rhoda Tjitayi, born 1969, paints this story passed down from her grandmother. Rhoda's work is held in the collection of the Art Gallery of South Australia.

Does Art by Farquhar offer art rental or consulting?

Yes. Art by Farquhar offers an art rental service for businesses and individuals in Adelaide looking to display original Aboriginal art in their space. The gallery also provides no-obligation art consultation for those looking to select works for home or commercial interiors. Contact the gallery at farquhar.art for more information.

Is Art by Farquhar an ethical Aboriginal art gallery?

Art by Farquhar is a member of the Aboriginal Art Association of Australia (AAAA), the national industry body committed to ethical and fair trade practices in Aboriginal art. The gallery works directly with artists and their families, ensures fair payment, and provides full provenance documentation with every work. The gallery does not source art from third parties or secondary markets.

About Art by Farquhar

Art by Farquhar is a family run gallery based in Edwardstown, South Australia, specialising in original paintings from the Central Desert of the Northern Territory and the APY Lands of South Australia. We work directly with artists and their families from more than 20 communities, including Willowra, Yuendumu, Utopia, Ernabella (Pukatja) and Watarru, across multiple language groups including Warlpiri, Pitjantjatjara, Yankunytjatjara, Alyawarre and Anmatyerre.

We are a proud member of the Aboriginal Art Association of Australia (AAAA), the national industry body committed to ethical and fair trade practices in the Indigenous art sector. Membership binds us to a strict code of conduct ensuring every artist we work with is treated fairly, paid promptly and represented honestly.

A family business built on direct relationships

Founded by Michael Farquhar and managed day-to-day by his son Jed alongside our small team, Art by Farquhar has spent years building genuine relationships with artists and their families. We purchase work directly, supply all canvas and materials at no cost to the artist, and ensure every piece that enters our collection comes with full provenance documentation.

You will often find artists here in person - painting their latest works, sharing stories, or simply dropping in for a conversation. That connection to the people behind the paintings is what sets us apart from galleries sourcing art through third parties or secondary markets.

Ethical sourcing and authenticity

Every painting in our collection is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity documenting the artist, their community, the story behind the work and its provenance.

Visit us or shop online

Our gallery is located at 1070 South Road, Edwardstown, South Australia.

Gallery Opening hours:

Monday to Friday: 9:30am to 4:30pm

Saturday: 10:00am to 1:00pm.

Sunday: 12pm to 3pm.

Our full collection is available at farquhar.art, with free worldwide shipping on all original paintings. Canvases are carefully rolled and sent in protective tubes to ensure safe delivery anywhere in the world.