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Tourists and Holiday Makers can choose from a large variety of Art Activities, Attractions, Galleries, Festivals and Events throughout Australia. There are also many workshops, classes,
tours and art appreciation guided tours held for tourists and visitors. Major Arts Festivals and Events are held in Australia each year. Each capital city has a festival. The major arts festivals are:
Sydney Festival (January) - Each year the Sydney Festival offers a wide ranging program spanning all art forms including visual arts, dance, theatre, music, film, forums and several large scale free outdoor events.
Perth International Arts Festival (February) - The Perth International Arts Festival is the oldest annual international multi-arts festival in the southern hemisphere and is Western Australia's major cultural event. It includes international and contemporary drama, visual arts, theatre, music, film, comedy, street arts, literature and free community events state.
Adelaide Bank Festival of Arts (March) - The Adelaide Festival of Arts presents innovative and diverse art from across Australia and around the world. Held in the warm South Australian autumn every second year(even-numbers), this is a large-scale multi-arts event of extraordinary richness and diversity.
Ten Days on the Island, Tasmania (March) - Tasmania 's flagship celebration of island arts and culture, Ten Days on the Island, boasts a multitude of events in 50 locations across the island. Events and activities range across all types of music, visual arts, dance, theatre, food, literature and film.
Brisbane Festival (July) - Brisbane Festival is a wonderful international multi-arts festival, offering an outstanding program of theatre, opera, dance, music, multimedia and free community events for the residents of Brisbane and its visitors.
Darwin Festival (August) - The Darwin Festival is a celebration of the city's uniqueness, celebrating our multicultural community. It includes opera, dance, cabaret, music, film, comedy, the visual arts and workshops - incorporating music and dance from Indigenous, Indonesian and Pacific Island communities.
Melbourne International Arts Festival (October) - Melbourne International Arts Festival has a reputation for presenting unique international and Australian events in the fields of dance, theatre, music, visual arts, multimedia, free and outdoor events over 17 days each October.
Listed below are the best Australian Art Activities, Attractions, Festivals, Events, Workshops, Galleries - Tours, Tourism, Operators, Visitor Centres, Locations throughout Australia, listed by name and location. Scroll through the list and click the operator's link to get more information. Click the town links to see the range of operators and tours available in the area. Use the search tools to select by State, Region and Town.
NSW>Blue Mountains>Wentworth Falls
Falls Gallery
Established in the Blue Mountains in 1990, Falls Gallery continues to provide a constantly changing exhibition of works on paper and ceramics by emerging and well established artists. The gallery is located in Falls Road, Wentworth Falls, in a beautifully restored turn of the last century weatherboard cottage. It is situated in a large, well established mountain garden and is a mere two minutes walk from the Falls Reserve Picnic area and lookouts.
NSW>Central Coast>Gorokan
Toukley and Districts Art Society
The Art Society is based in `The Federation Gallery`, located in scenic Wallarah Peace Park at Gorokan, beside Budgewoi LakeYou will find on exhibit paintings in water colour, oil, acrylic and pastel, along with hand painted porcelain and silk, craftworks and hand painted cards for all occasions. The artworks are changed bi-monthly. The gallery is also the tourist information centre for the area, where maps and local tourist information is available.
NSW>Eurobodalla Region>Batemans Bay
Desired Glass
Desired Glass offers a wonderful collection of leadlight and stained glass by Bill Mahoney, well known Australian Master Leadlight and glass Craftsman / Artist. Featured are leadlight and stained glass panels, doors, mirrors. You will find mazing decorative and practical pieces for your home, office or as a perfect gift. Advanced glass working techniques such as sandblasting, fusing and slumping offer a dazzling array of pieces to please every eye.
NSW>Illawarra>Stanwell Park
Articles Fine Art Gallery
Articles Fine Art Gallery is situated in the lovely beach village of Stanwell Park. Artist John Vander and his wife Frances own `Articles`. John has been a full time artist since 1976, has won many awards, and his work is represented in leading commercial galleries throughout Australia. A good selection of his work is on display, as well as work by many leading artists and potters.
NSW>Illawarra>Wollongong
Wollongong City Gallery
One of Australia`s largest regional Art museums with a major collection of contemporary Aboriginal, Asian and Illawarra colonial art. The Gallery has more than 1000 pieces in its collection, including Aboriginal Art from Illawarra and far South Coast of New South Wales, the Western Desert areas and Northern Territory, and collections of 19th and 20th century Australian art including contemporary Aboriginal art.
NSW>Illawarra>Wombarra
Wombarra Sculpture Gardens
The Wombarra Sculpture Garden is a beautiful place to visit and experience art and nature together. Located in the Illawarra rainforest, the garden is bathed in dappled light created by giant trees providing a canopy over site specific sculptures nestling among the lush native vegetation. There are approximately 35 sculptures, varying from large installations to small and whimsical works, designed for specific areas of the garden.
NSW>New England and NW>Armidale
New England Regional Art Museum
NERAM is home to over 5,000 works of art including two collections that are the envy of major cultural institutions. The Howard Hinton and the Chandler Coventry Collections represent two of the most significant and extensive collections of Australian Art. NERAM has also been developing the NERAM collection of contemporary Australian Art. Discover historical printing processes and products at The Museum of Printing.
NSW>New England and NW>Tamworth
Tamworth Regional Gallery
Tamowrth Regional Gallery was established in 1919 and is one of the oldest galleries in NSW. The Gallery moved to its new purpose built facility in 2004 that houses two gallery spaces, and a gallery shop. The Gallery has regular changing exhibitions of national and local significance. There is ample off street parking at the rear of the building with suitable disabled access.
NSW>North Coast>Coffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour City Gallery
Established in June 2001, Coffs Harbour`s flexible space is state of the art in design and allows for the presentation of a varied programme of historical and contemporary exhibitions. The City Gallery presents a diverse programme of historical and contemporary exhibitions. The gallery runs art classes, as well as regular public programmes such as debates and discussion forums.
NSW>North Coast>Yamba
Arthouse Australia
Arthouse Australia aims to support artists in their creative pursuits, while increasing general interest in art. Art appreciation is needed to communicate the vital and dynamic role that artists play in our communities. Our art space provides a venue for new and established artists to exhibit their work. It gives our community and visitors to Yamba the opportunity to see in one location the artwork of a range of Australian artists.
NSW>Northern Rivers>Lismore
Lismore Regional Gallery
The Lismore Gallery`s collection features significant Australian artists such as Margaret Olley, Lloyd Rees, Albert Namatjira, Thea Proctor and Kevin Connor, and well-known artists from the Northern Rivers region such as Jan Davis, Michael John Taylor, Patsy Hely and Tony Nankervis. Housing a fine permanent collection of paintings, pottery and ceramic pieces, the gallery also features changing exhibitions by local and touring artists.
NSW>Port Macquarie>Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie Regional Gallery
The Port Macquarie Hastings Regional Art Gallery presents a rich and varied program of quality exhibitions, educational activities and events to signify the contribution of the cultural life and history of Port Macquarie. Open Times 10.00am - 4.00pm Wednesday to Friday, 11.00am - 3.00pm Saturday and Sunday
NSW>Sapphire Coast Region>Bega
Spiral Gallery
Spiral Gallery Co-Operative Limited is an artist run space that aims to promote and support contemporary and innovative art practice through its frequently changing exhibition process. The gallery is run by the co-operative of artists, it is a non-for-profit organisation. Spiral Gallery was a dream which eventuated into reality. Spiral Gallery aims to promote local, intrastate and interstate artists. The Spiral Gallery Shop is located at the back of the gallery.
NSW>Shoalhaven>Milton
Coast Gallery
Coast Gallery ensures a memorable visit by allowing uncluttered viewing of original work within its newly built, architecturally designed space. Whether artwork is sought for pure aesthetic pleasure, or maybe you are a collector with a discerning eye, Coast Gallery offers a large selection of high quality artworks across a diverse range of styles and media. Works by prominent Australian artists and growing list of local artists.
NSW>Southern Tablelands>Queanbeyan
Queanbeyan Art Society
The Queanbeyan Art Society is a non-profit organisation which holds art exhibitions, competitions and classes. The venue is O`Neils Cottage, a charming 1880`s brick cottage set on the bank of the Queanbeyan River. Of the 11exhibitions held each year, four feature works entered in the Society`s major annual art competitions covering oils, drawing, works on paper and artists/student of the year.
NSW>Sydney>Bundeena
Something at Marys
Something at Mary`s is home to a group of local Bundeena artisans making unique and unusual artworks at affordable prices. Our handmade crafts include ceramics, pottery, jewellery, quilts and handbags. We also offer a variety of art courses and workshops for both individuals and groups who want to explore their creative side. You can view live demonstrations as well as browse through a variety of unique and unusual artworks.
SA>Adelaide Hills>Hahndorf
Hahndorf Academy
Sometimes everything comes together to make something quite special. A vibrant arts scene, a community passionate about its town, its history and a grand old building - together these elements combine to create the Hahndorf Academy: a regional centre for the arts and heritage. Based in a charming 150-year-old building, the Academy incorporates four galleries, a migration museum, artist`s studios, art classes and a retail gallery. Tel: +61 (0) 8 8388 7250
SA>Adelaide>Linden Park
Art Scout Boutique Art Tours
Based in Adelaide, South Australia, Art Scout runs personalised art tours and art classes for adults and children. Art Scout Tours cover the current art scene with small, guided day trips to art galleries and an artist`s studio around Adelaide. Ideal for: * Conference partners and attendees * Tourists * Staff rewards and incentives * Art teachers and students * Friends` day out * Gift vouchers. Tel: +61 (0) 418 826 850
SA>Riverland>Paringa
Goanna Hill Gallery
Stephen Everingham, the resident artist at the Goanna Hill Gallery,has a passion for the environment and believes in good management of the river systems and the dry lands. Stephen is inspired by the spectacular and uniqueness of the surrounding dry lands and river scape areas, the fauna and flora and the labyrinth of the pioneering historical significance that lies in the not so distant skeletal past. Stephen also paints portraits. Tel: +61 (0) 8 85955420
SA>Yorke Peninsula>Marion Bay
Studio Surf
Artist Jason Swales paints images of local coastal scenery and surf breaks from a studio space in his private residence in Marion Bay. Studio is open by appointment only. Although he specialises in painting waves in acrylics on canvas, he also uses pastels and oils. He often paints custom paintings for interested people. He can turn your favourite surf break or beach into a work of art. Tel: +61 (0) 8 8854 4145
VIC>Daylesford Macedon>Daylesford
Overwrought Metalwork and Design
Overwrought Metalwork and Design create unique wrought iron metalwork, including gates, security doors, fire screens, signs and garden sculpture. Using a combination of traditional blacksmithing techniques and contemporary metalworking, each item is hand crafted and proudly Australian made. We also custom design metalwork to your specifications. Your design can be finished in a variety of treatments to accentuate the wrought iro
VIC>Daylesford Macedon>Daylesford
The Convent
The Convent offers a feast for the senses. The gallery is more than a three level haven of fine art in an historic 19th century mansion. With its decadent retail areas, Mediterranean restaurant, relaxing Altar bar and lounge, restored chapel, nuns museum, penthouse apartment and two stunning glass fronted function spaces, all surrounded by six acres of stunning gardens, this multi-award winning gallery offers endless possibilities. Tel: +61 (0) 3 5348 3211
VIC>Daylesford Macedon>Gisborne
Artists Realm Fine Art and Picture Framing Gallery
The gallery was established by John and Joyce Sullivan in 1997 in the beautiful village of Gisborne. The gallery exhibits a large range of works by both local and interstate artists and is constantly sourcing new work in all mediums. Constant fine tuning of the Gallery and services provided has been proven successful by a growing customer base and testament to this is by winning a for Trades Services nominated by our customers.
VIC>Daylesford Macedon>Kilmore
Myriad Glass Design
From her studio in Kilmore, Victoria, Marina specialises in the design and manufacture of Kiln formed Glass and Glass Mosaic works. Art panels, water-features, glass jewellery and custom made Trophies, are just some of the many pieces on offer. You will truly find a `Myriad` of glass solutions. If glass is your passion too, join one of the Weekend Workshops for a truly unique experience! Kiln forming or `Slumping` or Glass Mosaic.
VIC>Daylesford Macedon>Mt Macedon
The Gallery Mt Macedon
Welcome to the The Gallery for the Macedon Ranges Arts Collective, which was established in February 2006 to encourage and promote artists from the Macedon Ranges. The Gallery membership comprises artists from a diverse range of disciplines including ceramics, glass, jewellery, painting, photography, sculpture, textiles and wood. The Gallery is open five days a week, Friday to Tuesday showcasing some of the many creative artists of this area.
VIC>Goldfields>Ballarat
Art Gallery of Ballarat
The Art Gallery of Ballarat was established in 1884 and is the one of Australia`s finest provincial art galleries. The gallery possesses the largest and most comprehensive collection of Australian art of all regional galleries. The original 1890 building is on the Heritage Register has been over the 20th century to accommodate the display of the permanent collection as well as a series of temporary exhibition spaces.
VIC>Goldfields>Epsom
La Trobe University Visual Arts Centre
The La Trobe University Visual Arts Centre is a multi purpose contemporary visual arts facility. Located in the heart of Bendigo`s arts precinct, it features two galleries, two sculpture courtyards, an auditorium and an artist in residence apartment and studio. The Centre aims to engage with the community through a public lecture program, artist floor-talks and residencies featuring local, national and international artists.
VIC>Goldfields>Maldon
Maldon Marbles
Michel Dubey uses `Vivian`s House` as a gallery for his remarkably beautiful bas-relief sculptures. The current collection is comprised of fifteen mythological scenes, with each piece sculpted from selected Italian Carrara marble. Michel believes the beauty of the stories and characters from Greek mythology are intertwined with life in present times. Michel Dubey is willing to take commissions for original sculptures.
VIC>Grampians>Hamilton
Hamilton Art Gallery
The Hamilton Art Gallery is famous for its outstanding collection of fine and decorative arts. Silver, glass and porcelain, oriental ceramics, tapestries, furniture, paintings and prints are featured in six modern galleries. Many of the treasures are gifts from the gracious country homesteads around Hamilton, the first area of pastoral settlement in Victoria. The Gallery`s unique collection offers a stimulating experience for all visitors.
VIC>Melbourne>Belgrave
Belgrave Art Stockade
Georg Braumuller is one of Australia`s foremost artists in decorative wrought iron and Belgrave Art Stockade was established as a retail outlet for his hand forged chandeliers, candle holders and other wrought iron art and for other locally handmade crafts. In 1995 the business expanded into larger premises and now contains a wide range of items. Architects, interior designers and home decorators flocked to the wrought iron art gallery to buy his decor.
VIC>Melbourne>Eltham
Montsalvat
Montsalvat is the first and oldest artist colony built in Australia. Set on 12 acres in Eltham, it consists of a series of unique and distinctive buildings classified by the National Trust, Heritage Victoria and the Australian Heritage Commission. Now the oldest Artists colony in Australia, this national icon is still a working Arts Centre with resident artists and studios, picturesque gardens and unique historic buildings.
VIC>Melbourne>Healesville
TarraWarra Museum of Art
The TarraWarra Museum of Art collection focuses on Australian modern art from the 1950s onwards, mounting major exhibitions which focus on artists in the collection alongside a changing program of contemporary art. The Allan Powell designed complex showcases the harmonious relationships between art, architecture and the Yarra Valley. The collection explores the development of contemporary art over this period, highlighting differences, styles and movements.
VIC>Melbourne>Melbourne
Outre Gallery
We are passionate specialists in contemporary international pop, lowbrow, pop surrealism, street, tiki, modern folk, retro with a twist and underground art. We dig art that crosses over with design, pop and counter culture. We showcase a fresh and ever-changing salon selection of original artworks, limited edition prints and posters as well as the best hard-to-get books, magazines, curios, mid-century inspired ceramics and collectible vinyl toys.
VIC>Melbourne>North Fitzroy
Walk-to-art
Walk-to-art takes you to art. To street art, art in artist-run spaces, art in galleries, art in studios. All hidden in Melbourne. walk to art is about breaking down the barriers: the intimidation of walking into an art gallery or studio, and the fear of not knowing how to look at, feel or describe art. Walk-to-art takes you behind the scenes to Melbourne`s remarkable art community. It is an introduction, so you do not need previous knowledge. Tel: +61 (0) 3 8415 0449
VIC>Melbourne>Sassafras
Tea Leaves
Tea Leaves has two outstanding shops for tea lovers in Sassafras and Yarra Glen, both are crammed full of teas, teapots and tea accessories of every description and colour imaginable. Everything we do aims to link customers with teas, tea wares and tea knowledge; our purpose is to understand more about tea, share tea knowledge and sell only the best quality teas available and promote the simple pleasure of tea drinking. Tel: +61 (0) 3 9755 2222
VIC>Melbourne>St Kilda
Linden - Centre for Contemporary Arts
The Linden is a unique not for profit contemporary art gallery. Housed in a significant historical building, Linden is a place where people can see contemporary art in an informal and friendly environment. Our vision is for Linden to be a vibrant, evolving centre for the creation and presentation of contemporary art; a place where audiences are encouraged to enjoy and support contemporary art and where the artist`s own vision is unlimited.
VIC>Melbourne>Upper Ferntree Gully
Eleanor Healy-Wills Studio-Gallery
Australian artist Eleanor Healy-Wills creates paintings, limited edition copper plate etchings, sculpture and mixed media works, in a range of spiritual, abstract and natural themes. Eleanor has been working independently for 30 years, at first in oil and progressing through an exploration of symbolic/religious art in both oil and acrylic, large canvas work, and eventually into copper plate etching and other media. The work is diverse and extensive.
VIC>Melbourne>Wallington
Geelong Gallery
Geelong Gallery`s collection of paintings, sculpture and decorative arts spans the art of Australia from the colonial period to the present day. The collection is housed in an early 20th century building with an imposing classical facade. The gallery has developed a special collection of colonial watercolours, prints and paintings dating from 1840 to 1890 that depict the township of Geelong and its rural hinterland.
VIC>Mornington Peninsula>Frankston
Jenny Pihan Fine Art
Jenny Pihan Fine Art’s philosophy of `excellence` as an art dealership of repute, specializing in national and international art, is equally reflected in its strong emphasis on providing a high quality friendly client-based service aimed at fulfilling each individual collector`s visual dreams - expressed as `Quality works - very happy clients`. The gallery`s caring and knowledgeable staff are happy to assist, offering personalized and professional service.
VIC>Mornington Peninsula>Langwarrin
McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park
Set in 16 hectares of beautifully landscaped Australian native gardens in Langwarrin, the Gallery attracts thousands of people each year. Its program of changing exhibitions, accompanying public lectures and art events, complement the unique sculpture park which showcases over 80 works by major Australian. The 3 indoor galleries displays works from its extensive permanent collection of works on paper, painting and sculptures. Tel: +61 (0) 3 9789 1671
VIC>Mornington Peninsula>Mornington
Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery
MPRG reopened in its present location in 1990, and continues to build on its collection of 1,300 Australian prints and drawings. An annual exhibition, National Works on Paper, enables MPRG to collect Australian works on paper and enlarge its substantial collection. A second focus is the `Artists Retreat Series` of exhibitions developed by MPRG examine and promote the Mornington Peninsula as a source of local artists who live and work in the area.
VIC>Mornington Peninsula>Mount Eliza
Manyung Gallery
Manyung Gallery is the Mornington Peninsula`s oldest (Est. 1969) and largest contemporary art space, showcasing the very best of Australian paintings and sculpture in the distinctive Tuscan Castle inspired architecture. Over 200 affordable artworks are presented, with exhibitions changing monthly. Manyung offers visitors the opportunity to explore ten `sub-galleries`, sculpture gardens, courtyards and decks, not to mention dining at our licensed restaurant, `Boyz@Manyung`.
VIC>Mornington Peninsula>Red Hill
Marion Rosetzky Gallery
Opened in 1992, the Marion Rosetzky Gallery, located in a peaceful bush gully in the heart of the Red Hill hinterland, creates a timeless patterning reminiscent of Persian rugs on her hand painted tiles, available in a range of striking designs and colour combinations. Each tile is individually hand painted and refired to produce a durable surface. Select from tiles in stock or order designs and colours. Choose standard or hand made tiles and sizes.
VIC>The Murray>Nyah
Swan Hill Regional Art Gallery
Swan Hill Regional Art Gallery`s mission is focuses on the visual arts that is relevant and accessible to the Swan Hill regional community. The purpose built art gallery opened to the public on the 9th of May 1987. The Gallery has a permanent collection of over 300 works of art that continues to grow in its focus areas which are Australian naive art, works on paper, and works of art that relate to the Swan Hill region.
VIC>The Murray>Shepparton
Shepparton Art Gallery
On the ground floor the gallery has 3 dedicated temporary exhibition spaces, allowing the presentation of a program of exhibitions that derive from the communities and artists of Greater Shepparton and national and international touring exhibitions. On the upper floor the gallery presents its permanent exhibition of Australian ceramics, which includes work from the first commercial potteries, the development of studio pottery, and contemporary ceramic designs.
VIC>The Murray>Wodonga
Arts Space Wodonga
Arts Space Wodonga is a vibrant and accessible contemporary arts venue situated in the central business district of Wodonga. It offers an eclectic program of unique exhibitions, intimate performances, workshops, recitals and forums; featuring local, regional and imported cultural works. A showcase of dynamic art works by North East Victorian artists` features regularly; and proposals are welcome from individual artists and organisations.
VIC>The Murray>Wodonga
Town and Country Gallery
Nurture your soul and absorb the beauty of handcrafted works by Australian artisans in the relaxed ambience at Town and Country Gallery. Featuring a stunning collection of contemporary paintings, superb hand blown glass, ceramics,sculpture, textiles and furniture. A fabulous range of jewellery, cards and books also awaits your enjoyment.
VIC>West Gippsland>Meeniyan
Meeniyan Art Gallery
The Gallery is exclusively maintained for exhibitions of high-quality contemporary work by artists in Gippsland. It is well-lit, has high ceilings and is approx 14 x 7 metres in size. We have twelve exhibitions per year, each commencing from the last Friday of the month and closing on the last Friday of the following month. Openings are held on the Sunday afternoon following the commencement of the exhibition and are always an elegant affair.
VIC>Western Port>Tyabb
Topez Art and Garden Gallery
Topez Art and Garden Gallery is set in a heritage listed circa 1914 church, adjoining buildings and gardens lies an opportunity to experience local and Australian produce and artwork. Topez features over 300 pieces of local and Australian indoor and outdoor art work and offers a relaxed art experience catering for all tastes and budgets. The grounds and gardens present an array of outdoor paintings, murals, mosaics, water features, pots and sculptures.
VIC>Wine and High Country>Benalla
Benalla Art Gallery
The Benalla Art Gallery occupies a striking modernist building by the lake. The gallery presents an exhibition program of Australian art in the Bennett Gallery, in addition to the permanent collection which includes elements of the region`s history and recounting an Australian-European settlement story. The collection continues to develop with recent acquisitions including outstanding Indigenous works and contemporary media postmodernist works.
VIC>Wine and High Country>Wangaratta
Wangaratta Gallery
Wangaratta exhibitions Gallery offers the local, regional and visiting community a unique experience amongst the network of regional galleries in Victoria. An exquisite small gallery that presents a program of high quality and innovative exhibitions of touring, in-house curated and regional artist exhibitions with additional local arts groups and artists exhibitions, public programs, lectures, forums, talks and schools programs. Wangaratta exhibitions Gallery is located in the arts preci