Bim Bam Byron Bay was established by Barbara Newland, MBA (Bond) AFAIM, LGM, in November, 2005. It is located at Byron Bay, a beautiful seaside community on the Far North Coast of New South.
Barbara’s love of indigenous art and craft developed and blossomed during the years she spent working in remote communities in the Northern Territory. A Management Accountant by profession, she has a continuing association with the NT through her work with the Local Government Association of the NT. She is currently the Management accountant for the Tiwi Islands Local Government.
In every aspect of the gallery’s operations Barbara is committed to maintaining only the highest of ethical standards. All works are sourced either directly from the representative arts and crafts co-operatives owned by the artists or from reputable art galleries with substantial track records and industry experience. Barbara is also fostering artists in West Arnhem Land, such as Neville, to become independent entrepreneurs in their own right.
The work presented by Bim Bam Byron Bay is extensive and wide-ranging including paintings, fibre-works, pottery, carvings, memorial poles and literature. The range will continue to evolve in harmony with the evolution of the artists’ endeavours. Please enjoy your visit.