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 5,000 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. Richmond Library (located in Victoria, Australia) actively supports the Register by collecting and maintaining books, catalogues and videos on Australian and International women artists.

The Australian Women's Art Register also facilitates contact between artists and clients providing a range of consultancy services such as providing lectures to educational institutions and professional groups, arranging artist talks and promoting the arts as a viable career choice to female students.

All members are eligible to borrow material from the Register. Should you be unable to visit the collection please contact us to arrange a loan (Australia only). For more information on becoming a member please click here.

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. If you would like to contribute please contact the Register.