Wesfarmers has collected Australian art for over three decades. From the first acquisition in 1977 of a pastoral scene by the Australian impressionist Elioth Gruner our purpose has been to reflect the rich diversity of the art of Australia and celebrate the vital role that artists play in our national identity.

Surrounded by art from Australia, and more recently New Zealand, our employees work in an environment where the collection is a focus for lively discussion and where colleagues, family and community groups enjoy regular talks with artists and curators.

We share the collection with the national community through exhibitions and an active loan program to galleries throughout Australia and internationally.

Keep in touch with news about the collection at The Journal and Wesfarmers Arts Instagram.

Explore EVER PRESENT: First Peoples Art of Australia, drawn from the collections of the National Gallery and Wesfarmers Collection of Australian art: https://tvfh.artgallery.wa.gov.au/