 Mission/Vision
The mandate of the gallery is to create a following for the work of individual aboriginal artists from around the Pacific (concentrating on the Northwest Coast of Canada, Papua New Guinea, and Australia) in the fine art market in North America and abroad.
What does the organization do?
Alcheringa raises the profile of indigenous arts and artists in the contemporary art scene through strategic marketing, public education, and encouragement of critical discussion about issues of fair trade, representation, and innovation in the world of tribal arts.
For artists...
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Alcheringa raises the profile of indigenous arts and artists in the contemporary art scene through strategic marketing, public education, and encouragement of critical discussion about issues of fair trade, representation, and innovation in the world of tribal arts.
For artists living along PNG's Sepik River, the gallery especially recognizes and promotes the work of master carvers still living a village lifestyle. Alcheringa reimburses artists at a level that allows them to maintain their position as artists within their communities, to live a traditional lifestyle (for those artists in the South Pacific), and to cover their medical expenses, school fees, and other costs.
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Opportunities for Youth
Young people are the lifeblood of every culture. Fair trade in traditional arts can encourage them to sustain and contribute to the development of their traditions. In addition to representing many talented young artists, Alcheringa Gallery facilitates professional development opportunities for...
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Young people are the lifeblood of every culture. Fair trade in traditional arts can encourage them to sustain and contribute to the development of their traditions. In addition to representing many talented young artists, Alcheringa Gallery facilitates professional development opportunities for them, including apprenticeships, scholarships, and cultural exchanges.
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