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Surprising Tropical Art discoveries in the rainforest!
Searching for adventure? Stunning beauty? Peace and tranquility in which to make your tropical art? A warm, tropical climate?
Others on such a quest have gravitated to these northern shores of Australia since the early days of European settlement.
Often living in rough shacks, hastily thrown up on pristine beaches, beside waterfalls or hidden in the rainforest, they explored their vision with excitement, energy and dedication.
Since time immemorial, their predecessors, the Australian aborigines, have daubed their bodies and painted or carved images on rock faces in ceremonial, cultural rituals.
Aboriginal art, still based on dream-time stories, is highly valued by discerning collectors today.
Being rather isolated and so far from southern cities, Tropical Australia, stretching thousands of kilometres from Broome in Western Australia through Darwin in the Northern Territory to Cairns in North Queensland, retains something of a frontier atmosphere.
In North Queensland, the drama of crashing tropical downpours, amazing cloud formations, towering, jungle clad mountain ranges and tidal surges forms the backdrop for fine art, which has developed a distinctly regional flavour.
For examples of tropical art being produced in Australia today, please see individual artists' pages or gallery pages.
If you would like to experience this unique part of the world through its paintings, photographs, sculpture or drawings, please refer to the various sections in the navigation bar to the left.
Or would you prefer to experience first-hand the wild beauty of the Australian tropics as well as the diversity of art workshops, festivals, galleries and markets on offer by holidaying here? The Tropical Holidays section should help answer some of your questions. If not, please ask!
Your opinion and comments or special requests would be appreciated, so please take a moment to fill in the contact form. Don't forget to sign up for "Perspectives", your free e-newsletter!
As you navigate your way through the site, please use the coloured links to open new pages and find more information.
NEW! Would you like to tell us about YOUR Australian tropical art? Upload a picture of your latest success or tell the world about your special art event or workshop? Have some fabulous painting tips to share? All FREE to artists or art groups - just follow the links from YOUR pages on the navigation bar. Enjoy!
Site Map
This site map lists all pages in an easily accessible format.
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Art in Tropical Australia Blog
This blog will keep you up-to date with what's new at Art in Tropical Australia.
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Tropical Artists reflect life in Far North Queensland.
Tropical Artists reflect life in Far North Queensland.
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This virtual art gallery displays recent works for sale.
This virtual art gallery displays recent artworks for sale by tropical Australian artists.
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Vibrant Tropical Paintings Delight!
The richness, energy and variety of these vibrant tropical paintings from North Queensland reflect the depth of experience of its artists.
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Tropical Printmaking
Tropical Printmaking makes its mark!
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Sculpture in Tropical Australia.
Sculpture in Tropical Australia is alive and well!
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Tropical Glass Art
Tropical Glass Art sparkles in Northern Australia!
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Art Textiles in the Tropics
Wonderful art textiles in natural fabrics flow from studios of talented North Queensland artists.
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Photography
Photography is a popular pastime in the tropics.
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Giclee Prints - giclee limited edition prints.
Giclee prints - high quality and affordable fine art prints and giclee paintings..
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Abstract Tropical Paintings in Australia.
Abstract tropical paintings reflect the colour and excitement of Far North Queensland.
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Creative Tourism the new reason for travel.
Creative Tourism becomes the new reason for travel.
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Arts Workshops in Australia
Arts Workshops in Australia develop creativity and provide an in-depth tourism experience.
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Tropical Art Classes
Tropical art classes develop your creativity!
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Experience this art tour in tropical Australia
Experience this special interest art tour in tropical Australia - designed with you in mind!
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Arts Events in North Queensland.
Arts events in North Queensland include exhibitions, festivals - even outback opera!
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Low Isles Exhibition
This Low Isles exhibition, held at the old sugar wharf will open with a gala cocktail party at sunset.
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North Queensland Art Galleries
North Queensland art galleries show varied work from contemporary Australian artists.
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Corporate gifts, custom designed from VIP Gifts Australia
VIP Gifts Australia custom designs corporate gifts for business.
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Festivals in Tropical Australia
Festivals in Tropical Australia promote the arts of the region!
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Go Troppo Arts Festival, Port Douglas.
Go Troppo Arts Festival, Port Douglas kicks off with a bang in October!
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Markets in tropical Australia are a drawcard
Markets in Tropical Australia, such as Port Douglas Sunday markets, are a magnet for visitors and locals.
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Tropical art suppliers
Tropical art suppliers provide well for artists.
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Your tropical art e-newsletter - "Perspectives" .
"Perspectives" - your tropical art e-newsletter brings you the latest news from the tropical Australian art scene.
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Free ecards to send to your friends
Send these free ecards to your friends to keep in touch.
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Interesting links for you to enjoy.
Some interesting links for your enjoyment.
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Contact
Please use this form to make contact, ask questions or to make suggestions about the site.
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Tropical Holidays in Australia - choose from top tropical vacation destinations.
Tropical holidays in Australia are safe, warm and relaxing.
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Your holiday accommodation in Tropical North Queensland, Australia.
A guide to holiday accommodation inTropical North Queensland.
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Maps of Far North Queensland
Maps of Port Douglas and environs
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YOUR pages and stories
Your pages gives you the opportunity to build your own art web-page.
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