I say thank you to all artists, I am grateful to artists for their passion, insight, singular vision and generosity of the spirit to give us joy and their continuing commitment to share their talent. Australian and Aboriginal artists make valuable contribution to our culture helping Australia to be visible on the international arena. I believe that artists are given the gifts from the Gods to create and have rare and remarkable qualities, but the success is a team effort. Like in a vast orchestra nothing is by chance, each instrument is essential to the harmonious playing and every one plays an important part which benefits all. Art is fundamental to our happiness on a daily basis. Generations benefit from artists legacy including museums, galleries, restaurants and cafes, hotels, transport companies, souvenir shops, trains, buses and printing industry, all moms and dads’ holidays and weekends are nourished by artist’s creativity. The vision of Galeria Aniela is to increase awareness of the significant cultural contribution of artists and Australian and Aboriginal art in particular. When you purchase a work of art from Galeria Aniela you make a valuable contribution to the mission of helping artists to make a living with their creations and thus closing the gap between exceptional artists and the global buyers. Invest in Australian and Aboriginal art so artists can make a living with their creations and art will survive to our future generations and together we make a difference.  Aniela   click here to make a comment - have Your Say

After finding your gallery on the internet some years ago, I feel you are one of the few commercial galleries who have a respectful and working relationship with the artists you represent and re-sell investment works of.  It seems you are friends with David Boyd and I would like to sell my works with a gallery who has the artist's best interests at heart.

From:

Piet Noest, artist

Date:

9 August 2006

Subject:

Aniela Kos

I met Aniela for the first time in February 2005, when my wife was already ill with ovarian cancer. Aniela’s passion for art became immediately apparent, but, more importantly for me at that time, her compassion which emerged when she heard of the situation my wife and I were in. During the time between that first meeting and my wife’s death on 29 April 2006, Aniela brought us in touch with people who had been in comparable positions and who could give us advice. She herself suggested ways and methods to help us. In short I got to know her as a human being with a warm and caring heart, who went far beyond what one usually expects from a director of an art gallery. Her qualities in that capacity have already been highlighted by others. I fully agree with their assessment, but I like to emphasize her compassionate side. We are all aware of the abuse of aboriginal artists for financial gain. With her they are in good hands and are being well looked after, as are the other artists represented by Aniela.
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From:

Pamela Griffith, artist

Date:

9 August 2008 4:25

Subject:

Aniela Kos

As an exhibiting artist for more than forty years I have had a connection with many galleries. I can honestly say that there has not been a lovelier gallery to visit than Galeria Aniela. It is set in a marvelous valley over-towered by a dramatic sandstone escarpment. In this setting the owner of the gallery, Aniela Kos, displays some of Australia’s finest artists. I have had five one woman shows at Galeria Aniela and the guest speakers and the gallery director have ensured that these were interesting and successful events. I have met many creative and interesting people since becoming a regular visitor to the gallery where Aniela has an “art scene” happening. One of the best aspects to the gallery is the extensive sculpture garden. It is lovely to be involved with a gallery that values sculpture as well as two dimensional art. Thank you Aniela for a thoroughly rewarding experience.
Pamela Griffith, Artist

From:

Professor Ross Griffith

Date:

21 April 2009 2:25

Subject:

Aniela Kos

I have been a regular visitor since the gallery’s inception, and never failed to be impressed by the quality and range of art works on display. Many of the exhibitions I have attended featured some of Australia’s top artists; others have spotlighted up-and-coming artists, but always with the discerning selection of an astute gallery director. Her range of aboriginal works shows the same level of discernment for works of quality.Congratulations Aniela Kos, you bring pleasure to all those who venture to your gallery. Galeria Aniela is a discovery that should be made for all who genuinely love and appreciate art as visual statements of pleasure and observation. Set in the delightful Kangaroo Valley, with its spectacular mountain backdrop, this unique gallery offers works of art from leading Australian artists, in both 2 dimensional works, and in sculpture set in a wonderful garden environment. The works cover a wide range of approaches to a wide range of themes and topics. The setting is sufficiently “domestic” to allow the visitor to envisage the works in their own environment, whilst maintaining that sense of professionalism in gallery presentation.
Professor Ross Griffith

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Aniela is a very knowledgeable person on Australian and Indigenous art and highly respected in the art community.
Adam Kant Fine Art Auctioneer 6/05/2008 2:23 PM

I visited Galeria Aniela gallery when I was in Australia and met Aniela Kos. She is warm, very intelligent, witty and possibly provocative, a European intellectual of the 70-80's group with passions and definite views on Aboriginal issues and art.
Jared 7/07/2008 4:53 AM

Aniela Kos has an extremely interesting history and is a woman driven to increase the profile of the arts in Australia and world wide. She is not afraid to take chances and to chase after her dreams. She is a fabulous supporter of indigenous artists and continues to strive for education and understanding between all Australians. Her passion and vision touches everyone she meets. She is truly a remarkable woman and would make for an excellent guest.
Alison Hilliar 7/06/2008 9:39pm

Aniela's dedication to the arts and particularly Australian Aboriginal art history has led to her producing an exhibition of Aboriginal art in the Berlin Arts Centre in March 2007. This will be a fabulous opportunity to showcase Australia to Europeans through a unique cultural prism. Aniela is devoted to sharing the culture and beauty of art with others, and has lived her life accordingly. She is a fine ambassador for art the enrichment to our lives.
Sam Loveder 10/08/2007 8:09 AM

Aniela gallery inspires optimism and generosity of spirit. Situated in Kangaroo valley the gallery architecture, carefully selected works of art and kind passionate personal qualities of Aniela herself, quarantine viewers within a reflective yet expansive, timeless space. Aniela Kos works hard, has vision, is fun and energetically shares what she believes. She would make a lively guest for a good cause.
Janet Benson 14/07/2007 11:28

Many come to Australia to start a new life for themselves and many are hugely successful in their achievements, generated by brute energy and inspired enthusiasm. In turn all this is extended to and transferred to others. I met Aniela Kos-Ostrowski recently and witnessed her raw passion for art. I believe she cares more about our Aboriginal people than most Australians it is evidenced by her goals and actions. She has exported Aboriginal Art to the heart of art culture, one of Europe’s major art centers, organizing a vast exhibition space of three floors, making the works available for sale, generating interest in her new homeland and encouraging tourist interest. She also owns Galeria Aniela Fine Art Gallery and Sculpture Park in Kangaroo Valley, not far from Fitzroy Falls. Situated in what used to be three hectares of good old Aussie paddocks, her gallery is well worth several visits. It would be encouraging to include her on ‘Enough Rope’ to explore her passions, achievements, hopes and ideals before everything is achieved.
Grahm Austin OAM 15/09/2007 11:43

My name is Thomas Tyllack and I am the CEO manager of the Art Centre Berlin, one of the biggest Art Centers in Europe. For the next year we are planning a big and sensational Aboriginal exhibition with more than 1200 square meters exhibition space. The aim of this special exhibition is to help the Aboriginal culture and to promote Australia. For this reason many Australian companies will benefit. To succeed with this important and costly project we seek Australian companies to become partners, which mean to support the advertisement of the exhibition and to use it for their own presentation. Also we are asking ENOUGH ROPE program and Mr. Andrew Denton to assist in this worthy project. Aniela Kos is the best person to talk about this very exciting and honorable project, she is also a very inspiring and interesting person to talk to. Aniela, the founder and owner of Galeria Aniela Fine Art Gallery and Sculpture Park is cooperating with the Art Centre Berlin.  Aniela is a partner and curates works for the Aboriginal exhibition.
Thomas Tyllack, CEO Art Centre Berlin 1/08/2006 7:48

I've visited Aniela's Gallery. She has worked miracles to build this up in what was an empty paddock. She's a woman with great energy.
Anne Maria Nicholson Australian National Art Reporter ABC TV 2/08/2006 6:19

Aniela, whilst born outside Australia, represents the very essence of an Australian. She is passionate about all forms of art supporting both well known and emerging Australian artists. She deserves our support for her single handed efforts to promote the richness of Aboriginal art outside Australia for the benefit of us all. Australia will be rewarded for her efforts. She is a fantastic ambassador who deserves our support.
David & Judi Swift  5/08/2006 4:28

Galeria Aniela represents me as an artist in New South Wales with paintings and works on paper. I met Aniela for the first time in February 2005, when my wife was already ill with ovarian cancer. Aniela’s passion for art became immediately apparent, but, more importantly for me at that time, her compassion which emerged when she heard of the situation my wife and I were in. During the time between that first meeting and my wife’s death on 29 April 2006, Aniela brought us in touch with people who had been in comparable positions and who could give us advice. She herself suggested ways and methods to help us. In short I got to know her as a human being with a warm and caring heart, who went far beyond what one usually expects from a director of an art gallery. Her qualities in that capacity have already been highlighted by others. I fully agree with their assessment, but I like to emphasize her compassionate side. We are all aware of the abuse of aboriginal artists for financial gain. With her they are in good hands and are being well looked after, as are the other artists represented by Aniela.
Piet Noest Melbourne, 09/08/2006 4:25pm

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