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Tim's Blog

Tim's Blog

Explore stories, insights and reflections from Mbantua Gallery owner Tim Jennings, sharing his experiences, knowledge and passion for Aboriginal art, artists and the communities behind the artworks.

Stories from Mbantua Gallery

With decades of experience working alongside Aboriginal artists and communities, Tim shares his personal perspective on the artworks, artists and stories that have shaped Mbantua Gallery. Through his blog, discover insights into Aboriginal art, the Utopia region, gallery exhibitions, significant artworks and the remarkable journeys behind some of Australia's most celebrated artists.

Sharing Knowledge and Stories

Every artwork has a story and Tim's Blog provides an opportunity to explore the history, culture and connections behind the art we share with collectors around the world. Whether you are an art collector, visitor or simply interested in learning more about Aboriginal art, we invite you to explore Tim's stories and discover more about the people, places and artworks that make Mbantua Gallery unique.

Aboriginal Art Blog

Emily Kame Kngwarreye - Early Days

Emily Kame Kngwarreye - Early Days

Emily Kame Kngwarreye – Early DaysEmily Kame KngwarreyeThere’s been much written on Emily Kame Kngwarreye – a number of books in fact. Her works have been exhibited all over the world! Compared alongside Monet! A genius!I knew Emily before she ever became famous, way back in 1986/87. We gave her two…
Emily Kame Kngwarreye - Early Days
Visit Utopia with Mbantua Gallery 2017

Visit Utopia with Mbantua Gallery 2017

Visit Utopia with Tim Jennings and Mbantua Gallery, Meet the artists Susie, Annie and Jessie Hunter. Had a great sleep and was up at 7am and on heading out of Alice Springs after a bite to eat, a quick visit to the office and refueling. I usually refuel the night before but had a busy day wo…
Visit Utopia with Mbantua Gallery 2017
In search of Aboriginal art ...

In search of Aboriginal art ...

In search of Aboriginal art in Utopia, Central Australia. After over 30 years I really have no idea about the amount of the trips I have done to the Utopia region of the Northern Territory, but yesterday was really special for me. I took my 15 year old grandson Joel with me. Yes, he actual…
In search of Aboriginal art ...
Memories of Ada Bird Petyarre

Memories of Ada Bird Petyarre

Memories of Ada Bird Petyarre by Tim Jennings, Mbantua Gallery. Tim looks back on his relationship with Ada. I first met Ada Bird Petyarre back around 1985 at a Utopia Outstation called Angkula, some 190kms north east of Alice Springs. This Outstation is about 10 or 15kms away from Mulga Bore…
Memories of Ada Bird Petyarre