Speaking Colours is an exhibition which highlights the numerous Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander language groups in two main ways: by presenting works by artists from different language or clan groups; and through works which refer to the artist's indigenous language including those with an indigenous language title and those which incorporate text or symbols. Language is a significantly important part of any person's culture. All languages contain idioms which can be linked back to the traditions of the people who have developed them and which don't translate or translate directly into another language. Many Aboriginal languages have been lost but there is recognition of the need to preserve and learn those which remain and art, as another means of communication, can also represent and emphasise the message.

Imiyara (Yilpi) Adamson
Brook Andrew
Taparti Bates
Brenda L Croft
Nancy Dilyai
Blak Douglas
Fiona Foley
Lola Greeno
Emily Kame Kngwarreye
Kitty Kantilla
Roy Kennedy
Queenie McKenzie
Pantjiti McLean
Elsie Milindirri
Joyce Moate
Peter Nabariambari
Ningi Nanala Nangala
Marybelle Ngallametta
Kathleen Paddoon Napanangka
Tiger Pappatja
Carol Panangka Ronti
Eddie Puruntatemeri
Reko Rennie
Elaine Russell
Nellie Stewart
Carlene Thompson
Esme Timbery
Alick Tipoti
Judy Watson
VickiWest