How Artists Are Paid

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At Artlandish, the way Aboriginal art is sourced, represented, and sold is grounded in long standing ethical practice and direct support for artists and their communities.

Immediate, Generous Remuneration: Honouring Artists for 25 Years

All artworks that we purchase directly from artists are paid for upfront, in full. Artists are not required to wait for a sale to occur or an exhibition to take place, nor is their income tied to future outcomes. This ensures immediate financial benefit and provides certainty, particularly for artists working in remote regions.

Pricing is negotiated respectfully with the artist or their authorised representative. Individual payment details are not disclosed, in line with standard professional and cultural expectations. Suffice to say almost without exception, artists are very much in sync with the value of their artworks. It has been our policy since day one to always pay the artists immediately and generously.

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No risk lots of reward

Once an artwork has been acquired, all commercial risk transfers to the gallery. Any discounting, promotional pricing, or reductions are absorbed entirely by Artlandish. Artist payments are never affected.

Global Artist Showcase: Connecting Creators with Worldwide Audiences

In addition to direct acquisition, Artlandish provides ongoing representation and global exposure. Each artist is supported with a dedicated profile, and their work is actively promoted across digital platforms including Google, Facebook, and Instagram and large email lists curated over 25 years. This enables access to an international audience of collectors and contributes to long term recognition of the artist’s work.

This is something the majority of artists outside urban areas would never be able to achieve without working with galleries and specialised art dealers. Artlandish is proud to have invested millions of dollars promoting the most amazing artists from all over the country, all around the world. We are especially proud of the recognition we have helped cultivate working with artists from the most remote areas of Australia.

Verifiable Transparency

Transparency is reinforced through independent review platforms.

Google remains a primary point of reference for many collectors, with reviews reflecting both in gallery visitors and online purchasers from across Australia and internationally.

Reviews.io is used as the primary verified buyer platform, capturing detailed feedback on the online purchasing experience, including communication, delivery timeframes, and packaging. These reviews are independently managed and cannot be altered.

Facebook recommendations further reflect a global collector base, supported by a large and active audience. In addition, Artlandish maintains a dedicated testimonials section that consolidates feedback from multiple sources, including direct client communication.

Across these platforms, consistent themes emerge. Collectors frequently reference the accuracy of artwork presentation, the reliability of international shipping and handling, and the availability of flexible purchasing options.

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25 years of partnerships & friendships

Artlandish is celebrating its 25th year of operation in 2026 and has invested over $6.5 million dollars directly into Aboriginal communities. The gallery is a member of the Aboriginal Art Association of Australia (AAAA) and adheres to the ethical standards and protocols expected within the industry.

The focus remains clear, to ensure artists are paid fairly and promptly, their work is represented accurately, and their cultural integrity is maintained while reaching a global audience.

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