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Papulankutja Artists
Blackstone Community, WA
Papulankutja Artists
Blackstone Community, WA
About Papulankutja Artists
Papulankutja Artists x Mantamaru Artists is an Aboriginal-owned, not-for-profit art centre based in Papulankutja (Blackstone) Community, on the Ngaanyatjarra Lands in remote Western Australia — approximately 900 km west of Alice Springs and 1,575 km north-east of Perth.
Originally established as a women’s centre in the 1980s, the art centre became a place where both men and women were encouraged to paint and share their stories. As the Aboriginal art market grew, the need for a structure that protected artists became clear. Papulankutja Artists was officially incorporated in 2003 and moved into a purpose-built facility in 2009. Today, the art centre also supports artists in nearby Mantamaru (Jameson) Community, 75 km to the west.
Papulankutja Artists provides a culturally safe space for Ngaanyatjarra and other Anangu artists to express Tjukurrpa (Dreaming) through creative practice, to earn independent income, and to strengthen social and cultural well-being. Artists work across a range of mediums including acrylic painting, tjanpi weaving, purnu (carved wood), bush jewelry, and our signature bush medicine soaps — handmade with locally gathered healing plants.
Artists from Papulankutja have contributed to major national exhibitions including Songlines: Tracking the Seven Sisters, Ngurra, Desert Mob, Tarnanthi, Revealed, and the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair (DAAF).
The art centre is proud to work closely with peak bodies Desart and AACHWA to maintain strong governance and to support training and development for artists, arts workers, and board members.
Our vision is to continue growing a sustainable art business, nurturing the next generation, and keeping culture strong through art.
Shipping policy
Australian shipping
We offer $25 flat rate shipping for non-bulky items registered as regular mail through Australia Post. Delivery times from Papulankutja to capital cities in Australia is approximately 14 days. It can take longer in some circumstances.
You can optionally request Express shipping. Contact the art centre for a quote.
International shipping
We ship internationally using Australia Post Express, this service covers most countries. You will be required to sign for receipt, and are responsible for any customs duties or import taxes that apply for your country.
We can provide you with a shipment tracking link if requested. Contact us for more details.
Refund policy
Once received, we will inspect and notify you that we have received your returned item.
After inspecting the item we will notify you on the status of your refund.
If your return is approved, we will initiate a refund to your credit card (or original method of payment).
You will receive the credit within five days, depending on your card issuer’s policies.
Exchanges
If your return is approved you may exchange for an item (or items) valued at a similar price.
Shipping
You are responsible for paying shipping costs to return your item to Papulankutja Artists.
Shipping costs are non-refundable.
If you chose to exchange we will pay return shipping costs.
Item must be shipped by the original shipping service. Contact us to confirm return shipping address is a must.
Return policy
You have 21 days to return an item from the date you received it.
To be eligible for a return, if the artwork is significantly different to what you expected
Your item must be returned in the same condition that you received it and packed in or equivalent to the original packaging.
Your item needs to have the receipt or proof of purchase.
Exchanges
If your return is approved you may exchange for an item (or items) valued at a similar price.
Shipping
You are responsible for paying shipping costs to return your item to Papulankutja Artists.
Shipping costs are non-refundable.
If you chose to exchange we will pay return shipping costs.
Item must be shipped by the original shipping service. Contact us to confirm return shipping address is a must.
