Aboriginal artists take control

Little is looking forward to his work being exposed to a wider range of buyers locally, nationally and internationally following the purchase of the gallery this month by indigenous art dealer Lisa Hughes.

The gallery opened eight years ago and was originally owned by the Wynnum Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Corporation, located next door.

With sales to overseas buyers exceeding local sales three to one, Ms Hughes is especially keen to promote local knowledge and interest in Aboriginal art.

"There’s always been a lot of international interest in the work done here but we really want to start focussing on educating local people", she said.

“The gallery’s just a great place and space where people can learn about our culture.”