The Australian Women's Art Register was established by artists in 1975 to record and promote the work of Australian based women artists. The Register now holds a collection of national significance with images dating back to 1840. Our documentation of the cultural heritage of Australian women artists and women's art practices is being used world wide by public organisations, universities, teachers, students, curators, artists and the general public.

Our ever growing archive consists of 20,000+ slides, documentation folders, books, journals and catalogues which document images and writings of over 200 Australian women artists. The collection represents a broad range of art styles from various eras in a diverse range of media and art disciplines including craft, design, photography and installation.

Women Artists - take the opportunity of preserving your works in our archives and have a chance to become a Star Artist by joining the Register. Enjoy the members only online edition of our Bulletin which includes art exhibition reviews, opportunities and more for our artists.

The Register is run by a group of volunteers who complete all tasks from maintaining the archives, to creating catalogues, fliers and the Bulletin, plus organising special events like exhibitions, seminars and artist talks. We welcome new volunteers, if you would like to contribute please contact the Register. If you would like to help the organisation but are unable to volunteer please donate here;