Mission Statement
Darwin Visual Arts Association Inc. (DVAA) is a community based arts organisation dedicated to supporting the production, promotion and appreciation of visual art by local artists in all media, as well as increasing public awareness and audience participation in contemporary visual art in Darwin.
An Artist Run Initiative, DVAA provides excellent facilities and resources - including the Woods Street Gallery, Darwin Experimental Art Foundation (DEAF ) Space, artist's studios, a darkroom and printmaking studio (located at Territory Craft), aimed at fostering ongoing artistic innovation and professional development for all artists in a supportive environment.