About Baluk Arts
Baluk Arts is an Aboriginal owned and led community arts centre and gallery, the only one of its kind in the southeast of the state.
Baluk is a local Bunurong and Boonwurrung word meaning ‘many’ or ‘group of people’ and reflects the diversity of our artists and their work.
Based in Mount Eliza the gateway to the captivating Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, we support artistic, career and audience development for our Aboriginal artist members from the southeast and wider Australia. Artworks reflect themes of identity in a contemporary cultural context.
Through Baluk Arts, family groups and members of the stolen generation have reconnected with their culture and express their histories through strong artistic practice to support their cultural and creative wellbeing. Baluk Arts encourages artistic excellence, community development, self-determination, leadership, participation and interaction through innovative arts practices. Baluk Arts programs foster a deeper understanding of Aboriginal arts.
The range of artworks created by Baluk Artists include paintings, sculpture, kelp works, photography, prints, clap sticks, distinctive handmade jewellery, weavings, cards, books, scarves and bespoke items unique to each artist and their story. These works are available to purchase in our gallery, through our exhibition program, online, at art fairs and throughout the year in partner galleries.
Baluk Arts works on a project basis throughout the country and internationally and is open to collaborations, commissions, murals, programs, workshops and bespoke artworks.
Shipping policy
All purchases made through our DAAF Online Store can be collected free of charge from Baluk Arts, which is located at 5 Davies Ave, Mount Eliza, Victoria.
If you require delivery, please contact Baluk Arts on 0497 004 179 BEFORE submitting your order to obtain a freight quote. Freight charges are calculated individually and are based on the size, weight, and delivery address of the items purchased. Shipping arrangements and costs will be confirmed with the customer before the order is processed.
Smaller items are generally sent via Australia Post, while larger artworks may be shipped via a specialist courier service, depending on the nature of the artwork and the delivery location.
Customers are also welcome to arrange their own freight. Please contact Baluk Arts before placing your order to discuss these arrangements.
All artworks are carefully packaged by our experienced gallery staff to minimise the risk of damage during transport. We ask that customers inspect their purchase immediately upon delivery and notify the gallery within 14 days if any damage is identified.
Once collection or freight arrangements have been confirmed, orders are typically ready for collection or dispatched within 3–5 business days. During busy periods, including the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair, processing times may be slightly longer. Customers will be notified if there is a significant delay.
Refund policy
We do not offer refunds for change of mind.
Refunds will only be issued where an item arrives damaged or in a condition that differs materially from its description or images at the time of purchase.
If you believe you are elegible for a refund, please contact [email protected] within 14 days of receiving your order. Please include evidence of the damage or discrepancy in your email. Once a refund request has been approved, the gallery will cover all reasonable costs associated with returning the item. A refund will only be processed after the item has been returned to the gallery and inspected.
Refunds will not be issued under any other circumstances.
Return policy
We do not accept returns for change of mind.
Returns will only be accepted where an item arrives damaged or in a condition that differs materially from its description or images at the time of purchase.
If you believe you are elegible for a return, please contact [email protected] within 14 days of receiving your order. Please include evidence of the damage or discrepancy in your email. Once a return request has been approved, the gallery will cover all reasonable costs associated with returning the item. A refund will only be processed after the item has been returned to the gallery and inspected.
Returns will not be accepted under any other circumstances.
