Many people think that all Australian Aboriginal art is the dot style of painting. They might also believe that all Aboriginal artists are older people who live in the desert. They may not not realise that Aboriginal art is extraordinary in its diversity and so too are the artists who create it.

This is a collection of interviews with ten Indigenous Australian artists. They talk about how they came to start painting and who nurtured and inspired them.

This group of artists include people who live in all parts of Australia - in cities, towns and remote communities, in the desert and near the sea. You'll find artists who are highly articulate English speakers. You'll meet others who speak English but usually use one or more of the Australian Aboriginal languages they have grown up with.

We have included in this collection interviews from artists at different stages of their careers.  Cynthia Burke is speaking at the launch of her first solo exhibition at Japingka. Other artists, like Sarrita King, are recognised internationally. We've included artists who are in their twenties and other artists who are elders in their community.

Some artists still live on their traditional lands; some live in the suburbs - they all have a close connection to Aboriginal culture. Some paint Dreamtime stories and follow strict clan protocols about what subjects they can paint, others have developed styles independent of Dreamtime stories.

Common themes shine through - joy, connection to country and family.

If you've ever wanted an opportunity to sit and listen to an Aboriginal artist, here's your chance.