Dealer Members value fair and ethical trade
Dealer Members value fair and ethical trade
Ethical trade in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art is about respect for culture, ensuring artists are paid and treated fairly at all stages of the transaction and working to secure a sustainable future for Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art industry.
As a Dealer Member of the Indigenous Art Code, and a signatory to the Code, Dealer Members support self-determination and a fair go for artists.
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Fair business is good business
Fair business is good business
Consumers and retailers are increasingly demanding that dealers demonstrate ethical practices. Dealer Membership of the Indigenous Art Code is one way to demonstrate commitment to treating artists fairly.
As signatories to the Code, Dealer Members must act fairly, honestly, professionally and in good conscience in all direct or indirect dealings with artists. Dealer Members are committed to fair and ethical trade with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists, and transparency in the promotion and sale of their artwork.
Indigenous Art Code Chair, Stephanie Parkin, discusses what it means to be an IartC Dealer Member. Film by ZakPage. © Indigenous Art Code.
Steps to becoming a Dealer Member
Step1
Read & Apply
Understand the obligations of Dealer Membership and what it means to be a signatory of the Indigenous Art Code.
Create an account and complete an online application form.
Step2
Submit for Review
Once submitted, an initial review of your application is conducted.
You can login to your account and check the status of your application any time.
Step3
We might need more information from you
Further information or clarification of the responses you have provided may be required from you to progress your application.
Step4
Application outcome
You are notified via email if your application is successful.
Once your payment is finalised, you will have access to our member resources through our online member hub and can promote your IartC Dealer Membership.
Becoming a Dealer Member – Eligibility criteria
To be eligible for IartC Dealer Membership businesses, or individuals, need to be currently engaged in commercial trade with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander artists.
Businesses may be Indigenous or non-Indigenous owned. Indigenous owned and governed art centres are eligible for Dealer Membership. Businesses trading in both original artwork and licensing artwork for products and merchandise are eligible.
Applicants must be:
An Agent; or
A person or organisation, who is not an Agent, who:
- acquires Artwork, or
- who carries on business involving the acquisition of Artwork for re-supply by means of sale or other distribution which may include but is not limited to a wholesaler, retailer, art gallery, auction house or art centre.
How becoming a Dealer Member is for good business
- Shows respect for art and culture Demonstrates to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists that you are committed to respecting and valuing their art and culture.
- Business best practice for working with artists Adhering to the Code requirements means artists are treated respectfully, fairly and transparently in all commercial arrangements they enter with you.
- Supports a fair go for artists Contributes to the IartC’s ability to support and assist artists across the Country to get a fair go in any commercial arrangements they enter in relation to their art.
- Develops and strengthens the market Contributes to the continued growth of a fair and sustainable market for Indigenous visual art.
- Gives confidence to consumers Demonstrates to consumers that you are committed to fair and ethical trade and that your business adheres to the requirements of the Code.
- Promotion and brand affiliation for your business Allows you to promote your Dealer Membership in line with the IartC Style Guide. A profile of your business is also featured on the IartC website.
Jilmara Arts x Aboriginal and Pacific Arts
Jilmara Arts x Aboriginal and Pacific Arts
Pedro Wonaeamirri with Tutini (Tiwi burial pole), 2020. © Pedro Wonaeamirri/Copyright Agency, 2022. Photo: Jilamara Arts & Crafts Association.
Jilamara Arts, the art centre located at Milikapiti, Tiwi Islands, has worked with Gabriella Roy, director of Aboriginal and Pacific Art in Sydney, for close to 30 years. Both are Dealer Members of the Indigenous Art Code.
Three artists from Jilamara Arts reflect on the value of long-term trusting relationships between art centres and commercial galleries.
“We have known Gabriella Roy for a long time…the relationship is strong and long. When we have a long relationship with a gallery they work closely with the artists and managers and over time we have built trust together. We know it works well and is positive.” – Pedro Wonaeamirri.
Pedro Wonaeamirri with Tutini (Tiwi burial pole), 2020. © Pedro Wonaeamirri/Copyright Agency, 2022. Photo: Jilamara Arts & Crafts Association.
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