Exhibitions

Australia’s most engaging art event

Epic environments of light and sound

Katerina Teaiwa reframes the Pacific island's dance

Celebrating prize-winning photographs from 2018 to 2023

Explore historic photographs of the 1965 protest bus ride exposing racism and discrimination against Aboriginal people

A free exhibition on show at the State Library of NSW.

Follow the development of the NSW colony through a selection of historical maps, plans, artworks & objects

Discover the fascinating world behind one of Sydney’s most important urban planning tools.

A photographic exhibition of the men who survived Kinchela Aboriginal Boys Training Home

This torso study workshop will guide students through the process involved in working with clay from the life model.

Explore a vibrant tapestry of life

A cutting-edge, digital-led exhibition at Artspace

An exhibition of powerful, vibrant statements on the themes of fashion, confidence, style, and attitude.

This exhibition explores Japanese craft from a fresh perspective, highlighting its dynamism and resilience.

Come along to our creative art workshops specially designed for seniors.

The MCA's 2025 Circular Quay Foyer Wall Commission

Waring continues his explorations in glass, both as material and metaphor.

Eora, is a 20-minute digital film that tells the story of Sydney’s First Nations people – before and after colonisation.

A night of performances from Bundjalung artists across art forms, in celebration of Dr Bronwyn Bancroft’s exhibition.

Michelle Van Eimeren explores memory, trauma, and how recollection shapes our perception and sense of self.

What happened when Japanese art met western steamships?

Loti Smorgon Sculpture Terrace Commission

This exhibition offers new ways of understanding Australia's oldest collections, pushing the boundaries of ceramics.

Leysaniya Koltai is an artist enamoured of the Universe

Learn life drawing with us!

The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy

City of Sydney’s children’s photography competition.

Reflections on identity and care in an adoptive family

Art, history, and stories that define the city.

Includes paintings and drawings by 5 Australian artists

Works not selected for the official exhibition

Sebastian Magnani’s solo exhibition explores the iconic Batman character in unexpected, everyday moments.

An exhibition focused on the dramatic events of the Japanese midget submarine attack on Sydney Harbour.

Art meets the everyday with Supa Sculpted Moments. Free exhibit until 20 July bringing over 25 contemporary sculptures.

A broader truth-telling of Australia’s rich pre-colonial history and its northern trade routes.

The evolution of Australian military service, focusing on the personal stories of NSW service.

Spotlight the energy of contemporary painting in Australia today through the work of 14 Australian women artists.

5 Australian artists from Chinese diasporic communities embrace their histories to celebrate the process of becoming.

A captivating journey through the legacy of the Titanic, featuring more than 200 objects from passengers and crew.

Discover 90 treasures that have been donated to the Anzac Memorial from its opening in 1934

Dive deep, explore the five ocean zones

The first solo museum exhibition by Warraba Weatherall, curated by Megan Robson.

See the world through a new lens and experience the breathtaking beauty of nature in Wildlife Photographer of the Year

A major exhibition showcasing the extraordinary artists of Yirrkala in north-east Arnhem Land, Northern Territory.

Chinese history wasn't always straight.

This NAIDOC Week, get ready for a huge free night of music on featuring King Stingray at the Art Gallery of NSW!

Artist Magda Myszkowski will present her oeuvre at the Polish Club Ashfield’s newest gallery

A First Nations exhibition focusing on the deep connections between culture, Country and water.

Peer through the portal in this new exhibition by artist Grace Timmins

Uncover epic tales and masterworks in this year-long art lecture series. Enjoy a single lecture, or the whole year!

Life drawing with professional models and an amazing creative atmosphere every Wed/Thur/Fri/Sat/Sun

A major survey of contemporary art from the Tiwi Islands.

A landmark exhibition spotlighting Chinese-Australian artists and the Archibald Prize.

Group Exhibition with Oscar Nimmo, Jacquie Meng, & Billie Robertson

A group exhibition of contemporary artists

Fenestration presents abstract drawings from The Drawing Collective, a global cohort of 35+ artist-drawers.

An annual presentation of outstanding graduates and emerging alumni

Actions for Water fosters a deeper understanding of our relationship with water and its vital role in sustaining life.

An industry day focused on artist talks and art making opportunities

In this lecture series, explore new ways of seeing and appreciating Japanese art, design and culture.

Unravelling the impacts of colonisation, race & ethnicity between & within First Nations and Asian Australian peoples.

Exploring the Century-long development of Chinese Watercolour Painting

Hear directly from The Neighbour at the Gate artists & curators in a free talk, unpacking the themes of the exhibition.

Fun-filled day of family friendly activities, an artists and curators panel talk, followed by a night of music and food

An exhibition of oil on canvas.

Join Sydney drag queen, The Fabulous Wonder Mama, at this fun life drawing workshop!

Improvised performance inspired by our major winter exhibition.

Methods of Deconstructions

Join us for a hands-on workshop inspired by Joan Ross’s immersive digital artwork ‘Let’s party like it’s 1815’

Learn to develop your drawing and painting skills with our visual arts short courses.

A fun, creative paint pouring workshop

Learn to paint and use watercolours with us!

A solo exhibition by Stephen Hall

Create a fun mystery drawing of your mate or date in this oil pastel workshop!

An innovative showcase of the next generation of NAS Graduates.

In Index Act, Morgan-Smith will present a series of layered drawings that function as inventories of energy.

Design, carve and print a personalised block, then press it onto a tote, cards or a T-shirt in this hands-on workshop.

40+ speakers, 63+ workshop, 11+ professional sets & $50K+ in prizes

A walking tour inspired by artist Cerith Wyn Evans.

Calling all young creatives (16–20) based in Western Sydney!

Unwind, get creative and rediscover the joy of art

Unwind after work and connect with like-minded people through the joy of drawing

Come discover the magic of sculpture with a term workshop class at TBSSS

Join award-winning writer Dr Anita Heiss in conversation to explore truth-telling in First Nations fiction.

An art exhibition by Cheryl Wetsi & Shirley Steel

A photographic exploration of light, memory, and solitude within cinematic moments of stillness and quiet drama.

Learn the skills to create vibrant watercolour paintings

Art2Muse Gallery presents an exhibition of landscapes in oil and gouache by Jane Canfield

An exhibition of Queer-coded paintings by renowned artist and host of Sydney's Queer Sketch Club Guy James Whitworth

Are your trousers killing our planet? A mixed media exhibition about recycling clothing in the face of planetary doom.

Learn how to paint with a palette knife with us!

Discover the joy of art at our monthly creative workshop

Join us for a fantastic artistic adventure on the first Tuesday of each month

An exhibition of landscape-inspired art by Cathy Shugg

Light up your weekend with an evening at the MCA Australia.

Get hands-on doing a range of Indigenous and Western science activities.

Expand your watercolour experience with a variety of guided exercises.

Our Sydney Annual Wedding Expo is our largest wedding expo in Australia

Dive into watercolours with this compact 5 week course

New-format showcase featuring the best in boating

Learn to draw florals and foliage with us!

Immerse yourself in Sydney's tattoo culture at Sydney Town Hall : Top artists, live shows, and endless inspiration!

Learn how to draw and paint on your iPad using the Procreate app with us!

Unlock the secrets of drawing, through a series of short drawing exercises

A photography exhibition exploring the analogue spirit through evolved digital technologies

The premier event for the Indigenous business sector

Experience pure joy at the Sydney Dog Lovers Festival!

Learn the history and techniques of this timeless lettering style

Practice representing the human form in your artwork

Learn digital photography with us

Purr for Joy at the Sydney Cat Lovers Festival!

A challenge to question not just art, but the larger psychological narratives we live within.

A collection of new process-driven paintings.

A collection of works, including preparatory drawings and new textural paintings

Dance with the Brolgas of Anna-Wili Highfield

Learn to paint beautiful portraitures using oil paints with us!

Learn to draw street scenes that capture the energy of our urban environment with us

Unleash your creativity in our fun and social beginner portrait drawing workshop

Australasia’s biggest contemporary art fair

Learn the principles of perspective drawing with us

An exhibition of contemporary Ukrainian-themed acrylics by Maru Jarockyj

A group show on various contenporary and emerging artists exploring the content of the natural landscape.

Learn how to stylishly edit photographic images with us

A solo exhibition of abstract paintings by Gaia Starace

The official opening of the much-anticipated exhibition, Artisans in the Gardens.

Japan's leading exhibition showcasing tourism, products, food, culture, and so much more!

An exciting and diverse range of artworks inspired by nature in all its forms

Australia's largest consumer EV event - explore and engage with the latest & greatest EV technology

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