Art Tours of Australia’s Anna Dakin shares her relocation journey on House Hunters International
From the bustling creative scene of London to the vast, red landscapes of Central Australia, Anna Dakin has carved out a remarkable path. Recently featured on House Hunters International’s episode “London Artist Takes On the Australian Outback”, Anna’s journey from London’s Royal College of Art to Alice Springs, the heart of Australia’s ochre outback, is a testament to her passion for the landscape.
Set against the striking backdrop of “Alice”, as it’s known by locals, the House Hunters International episode offers a unique glimpse into the culture of the remote Red Centre of Australia and the immense, inspiring natural beauty that led to Anna’s dramatic lifestyle change.
Inspired by House Hunters International? Experience it for yourself with Art Tours of Australia in Alice Springs
If you, like Anna, were inspired by the majesty of Central Australia, you’ve come to the right place. Art Tours of Australia offers a number of ways to connect with nature, culture and your creative side on a deeper level, including landscape watercolour painting classes, local art centre tours and private charters.
The Simpsons Gap Sunset Watercolour Painting Class.
Running every Sunday, this beginner-friendly session is a unique way to engage with nature. Offering practical tips, expert guidance, local insights into fauna and flora and plenty of practice sessions, Anna’s class is an opportunity to appreciate many elements of Simpsons Gap you might not have otherwise noticed. With set-ups including a mat, camp chair or easel and a delicious cheese platter, relax into the serenity as you create your own art, your own way.
The Half-Day Art Centre Tour
Learn about the daily lives of Aboriginal artists, art centre workers, and the significance of their work on this 3-4 hour tour of Central Australia’s art centres and galleries. With years of experience working with local artists, Anna and her guides will provide insights into the history of Aboriginal art and its relationship to country and culture, to help you gain a deeper understanding of this generational practice.
The 5 Day Art & Culture Tour
For true immersion in the Red Centre, spend five days travelling the Northern Territory’s most iconic destinations, including Uluru, Kings Canyon, and Tjoritja (the West MacDonnell Ranges). Traversing the alien landscape in our custom-fitted troopy, we will visit Aboriginal art centres, meet Aboriginal artists and cultural experts, and eat a platter of treats prepared by Arrernte bushfoods icon Rayleen Brown. Our nights will be comfortable, with high quality hotel accommodation, glamping tents, and comfortable swags under the stars. You will be escorted by an experienced tour guide with extensive local knowledge and a passion for this desert ecosystem for the entire trip.
Curated for each client, these tours can encompass every element of your trip – from beautiful hotel accommodation, to remote bush camping with local bush tucker-inspired meals, to expertly led guided walks, and accompanied visits to the best art centres in Central Australia – and of course, personalised art classes & tutorials in a remote environment. Reach out to discuss your trip and we will put together a quote for you.
Art Tours of Australia specialises in making art outdoors, wilderness adventures, and teaching guests about Aboriginal Art and how their culture shaped the landscapes we visit. Learn more about Anna Dakin and her mission to bring artists and art lovers into the outdoors.
House Hunters International in Alice Springs
We are absolutely thrilled to have been featured on House Hunters International, and for the opportunity to highlight this unique and beautiful region as the creative paradise that it is. If you’d like to explore these landscapes, make art outdoors, and learn more about the Arrernte Culture that has shaped this region, please get in touch.
