ARTIST SUPPORT

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander residing in South Australia, Ku Arts is here to support you at every stage of your career. Find a number of free resources for artists below, along with helpful information and links. If you’d like to get in touch with a member of our team you can email us at info@kuarts.com.au.

FREE RESOURCES FOR ARTISTS

ART AWARDS

A calendar of Visual Arts awards & prizes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists in South Australia.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE 2026 AWARD CALENDAR

ARTISTS MATERIALS FUND

Apply for FREE quality art materials! Fill out our application form online in under 5 minutes to help us understand your needs.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR
ART MATERIALS

Ku Arts Programs & Projects are run by experienced arts facilitators. If you are a First Nations artist with experience teaching or sharing your process, we’d love to add you to our register for future opportunities. A member of our team will get in touch with you if a suitable program or project arises.

register to become a facilitator

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Where can I go for help with a contract?

Arts Law: Artists in the Black helps visual artists, musicians, performers, writers, and other cultural practitioners. They can give you advice about issues relating to your practice or creative business including arts contracts.

Someone wants to use my artwork. Should they pay for that?

Usually, yes! You could start by reading about artwork licensing here.

Copyright Agency has over 5,000 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artist members across Australia and can assist in licensing artworks.

I’m looking for funding for my arts project.

Create SA - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Grants for professional development and projects. Grants from $10,000 to $25,000

Creative Australia - Arts Projects for Individuals and Groups. Grants from $10,000 to $50,000.

Country Arts SA - Grants are available to support arts and cultural activities in regional South Australia, Grants from $1,500 - $30,000 and include Quick Response Grants.