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Image (top): Grace Lillian Lee (First Nations Fashion Design), Lisa Lui (Designer), Gillyba Ambrum & Jamaylya Ballangarry-Kearins (First Nations Fashion Design). Photograph: Alicia Jade (Studio Sol). 

Friends of CIAF

CIAF invites you to join us in celebrating and cultivating Queensland's First Nations creative movement with our Friends of CIAF supporter program.

The Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF) invites you to join us in celebrating and supporting Queensland’s First Nations artists, creatives, and communities through our Friends of CIAF membership program.

Since 2009, CIAF has forged career pathways for countless artists, designers, and creatives, fostering an ethical marketplace for cultural exchange between Queensland First Nations artists and our attendees.

By becoming a Friend of CIAF, you’ll support our ongoing work while also enjoying exclusive benefits, ticketing privileges, and unique experiences.

Friend of CIAF — Tier 1 ($120 Annual Membership)

  • A complimentary CIAF merchandise item, featuring commissioned designs from selected CIAF artists leading up to the event.
  • Complimentary ticket to CIAF’s Opening Night, offering early access to the fair’s vibrant festivities.
  • 10% discount on CIAF merchandise (in-person and online).
  • Priority access to CIAF talks and workshops (subject to availability).
  • Most importantly, you're directly supporting emerging and established Indigenous artists, performers, and creative industries practitioners across Queensland.

CIAF Art Lover — Tier 2 ($1200 Annual Membership)

  • A premium CIAF merchandise gift set, featuring exclusive designs by CIAF artists.

  • Complimentary VIP ticket to the VIP Art Fair Preview event and the CIAF’s Opening Night celebration, offering an elevated experience with exclusive networking opportunities.

  • Access to curator-led tour of the CIAF Art Fair, providing insights into the showcased works and the artists behind them. 

  • Invitation to private CIAF events, offering the chance to connect with artists, curators, and fellow supporters.

  • Exclusive hotel discount code for select partner hotels, making your stay in Gimuy/Cairns even more enjoyable.
  • Recognition on the CIAF website and annual program as a valued supporter of Queensland’s Indigenous arts community.
  • Most importantly, your membership makes a significant contribution to sustaining and expanding opportunities for Indigenous artists, performers, and creatives across Queensland.

Join today and become part of a thriving community dedicated to celebrating and uplifting First Nations art and culture!

For more information, please contact us at: artfair [at] ciaf.com.au or phone: (07) 4052 6312.

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Inaugural Friends of CIAF

Friend of CIAF (Tier 1)

  • Cora May Trevarthen
  • Andrew Reeves

Become a Friend of CIAF

Your support assists CIAF in continuing to attract and nurture national and international recognition for the appreciation of the vital cultural contribution of Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Cairns Indigenous Art Fair Ltd is a not-for-profit company with Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) and Australian Charities and Not-for-Profit Commission (ACNC) Status.

Friend of CIAF (Tier 1): $120
CIAF Art Lover (Tier 2): $1200

*Yearly membership

CIAF would like to acknowledge its donors via its website. If you would like your donation to remain anonymous, please select this option.