Visual arts

The artists in XSWL warn us that it’s all fun and games…until someone loses an eye.

A tribute to the unique creative talent of Sydney artist Peter Kingston.

Australia’s first retrospective of the celebrated surrealist

A major new commission in the Tank by one of Australia’s most acclaimed contemporary artists

'Balgo Horizons' offers a glimpse into the history and evolution of one of Australia’s most vibrant artist communities.

Artist Barbara Licha will present her oeuvre at the Polish Club Ashfield’s newest gallery space

Experience the surreal humour and cyber futurism of Cao Fei’s art

Photographs from New York streets

An exhibition that explores the five elements from a cross-cultural perspective

Loti Smorgon Sculpture Terrace Commission

Part of the Sydney International Art Series 2024–2025

A free exhibition examining representations of the body in art and popular culture over time.

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

Come and practice life drawing in an informal setting with fellow art lovers, at Peach Black Gallery

Stunning contemporary artist and sculptor Lina Kay releases her newest collection Naked at her second solo exhibition

Studio access for experienced printmakers

Upcoming Exhibition Feathered friends and treasured things at Art2Muse Gallery 25 February – 10 March 2025

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

Drawing and painting workshops for children of all ages

What does it mean to be welcome in 'Australia'?

Join artist, Natalie Popovski, for a 5 week workshop to explore drawing and painting.

4-week studio access for experienced printmakers

Featuring the Waverley Studio Artists

The evening will celebrate Barbara Licha’s solo exhibition opening at the Polish Club with a 3 course dinner

Create a fun clay sculpture of your mate and gift it!

Brush off the week with a fun drawing workshop hosted by The Fabulous Wonder Mama

Celebrate Lunar New Year at N.Smith Gallery with a morning tea in collaboration with the Soul of Chinatown collective.

Come and practice life drawing in an informal setting with fellow art lovers, at Peach Black Gallery

Let award winning portraitist and contemporary artist Mathew Lynn be your personal guide in a 4 week open studio!

Hit the ground running with this super immersive and inspiring introduction to the worlds most beautiful city

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

Discover ceramics in this 8-week courses for beginner students

This brief course will help students undertake the basic techniques of carving

Art2Muse Gallery presents 'From Bud to Bloom' by Jenna Caspary

Exhibition of contemporary small works on wood blocks

Visual artist Matteo Bernasconi shares his extensive knowledge of painting

Join us for a special preview of Irma Calabrese's first Australian solo exhibition

Discover ceramics in this 5-week course for beginner students

Create your own one-off jewellery pieces in this Wednesday evening course

Experienced students can further develop their own projects with support from an expert ceramicist in this 6-week course

An exhibition of line and life

Announcement of the 2025 winners

Refine your ceramic skills in this 6-week course for experienced students

This first exhibition in Australia of English artist and activist Derek Jarman.

New paintings, video and 3D-printed sculptures by the acclaimed Australian artist.

New commission accompanying the exhibition Derek Jarman: Delphinium Days

Art exhibition. Peter Cerneaz presents paintings of the face and toys.

Get hands-on with this fabulously fun erotic pottery workshop using air-dry clay!

Experienced students can further develop their own projects with support from an experienced tutor in this 6 week course

Join us for two hours of life drawing with artist Irma Calabrese

Studio access for experienced printmakers

Richly illustrated talks and conversations responding to the life and work of Derek Jarman.

Carlton-based artist, Shai De Vletter-Sont, presents ‘A Colourful Life’, exhibition in Sydney, Australia.

Discover ceramics in this directed 5-week course for beginner students

Presented in conjunction with the exhibition Derek Jarman: Delphinium Days on display at UNSW Galleries

Learn to draw the figure

Learn the basics of painting in this fun 2.5-hour Sunday afternoon workshop

Discover the fundamentals of printmaking in this 5-week introductory course

Dive into watercolours with this compact 5 week course

Join The fabulous Wonder Mama for her 5-star rated drawing workshop

Dance and drawing come together for this masterclass with artist Irma Calabrese

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of art deco in this four-part lecture series led by Claudia Chan Shaw.

A new event for Australia’s content creation community to come together, collaborate, learn, and celebrate creativity.

An introduction to watercolours and botanical art for adults

Learn the art of travel sketching. Capture your journeys using water-based pens and watercolor techniques.

Join iconic Sydney drag queen, The Fabulous Wonder Mama, for her fabulous neon drawing class!

Living Landscape

A Council curated exhibition of student artworks selected from the 2024 NSW HSC

Learn the basics of working with clay in this 6-week course

Make you own handcrafted textured jewellery in our 2.5-hour Sunday afternoon beginner workshop

Discover the joy of art at our monthly creative workshop

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

Francis Cai & Zinnia Lo – photography & installation

An enjoyable and broad introduction to the techniques of watercolour

Expand your watercolour experience with a variety of guided exercises.

Make you own handcrafted textured bangle or cuff in our Sunday afternoon beginner workshop

Discover the joy of acrylic painting in our fun Sunday class for beginners

Make a ring in this 2.5-hour introductory jewellery workshop

The metaphysics of disappearance

Create your own unique domed silver jewellery piece in this fun 2.5-hour introductory jewellery workshop

Still life acrylic painting workshop for beginners

Create your own one-off pendant with a tab-set stone in this one-off Sunday afternoon workshop

Explore the beautifully fluid medium of watercolour

Create your own bespoke jewellery piece using recycled metals in this beginner workshop

Learn how to paint flowers using acrylics in this 2.5-hour Sunday morning workshop

A solo painting exhibition by Pete Finlay.

Iconic murals return home to Bondi

Experience Vivid Sydney from the Harbour!

A solo exhibition of paintings by Nasser Palangi exploring the mysterious world of plant life.

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

Dance with the Brolgas of Anna-Wili Highfield