What’s on
Explore Sydney’s art scene and be inspired by world-renowned touring exhibitions to small independently run galleries in the City of Parramatta and Hornsby local government areas. Please visit the gallery’s website for opening hours and check details before you plan your visit.
Information current as at 30 September 2024
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The Orange Blossom Festival Annual Art Awards and Exhibition
Throughout September
Castle Hill Art SocietyCastle Hill Art Society (CHAS) was established in 1967, with the idea of promoting, encouraging and facilitating the practice of the visual arts in the Hills District of Sydney.
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Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year
On now until 13 October
Australian MuseumThis free exhibition features over 95 stunning images selected from 2882 submissions showcasing the natural beauty and fragility of Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica, and New Guinea landscapes.
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An Artist in the Army: Guy Warren on Bougainville 1944-45
On now until 20 October
Anzac Memorial
An Artist in the Army: Guy Warren on Bougainville 1944-45 is a temporary exhibition featuring sketches and photographs created by Guy Warren during his military service in Bougainville between October 1944 and the Japanese surrender in 1945. -
21st Annual Paddington Art Prize Exhibition
Thursday 10 October to Sunday 20 October
The Paddington Art Prize is a a $30,000 National Acquisitive Prize, now in its 21st year for a painting inspired by the Australian Landscape. Principally sponsored by Chris Antico, founded and co-sponsored by Marlene Antico OAM.
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Multicultural photography exhibition
Friday 25 October to Sunday 27 October
House to Grow, along with social photographer and storyteller Pilar Lopez, will be showcasing Hidden Stories: Faces of Our Community, portraits of NSW's multicultural community at the historic Harold Park Community Hall (TramSheds) in October.
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Hornsby Art Prize 2024
25 October until 10 November
Wallarobba Arts and Cultural Centre
Categories include Painting, Drawing, Printmaking, Digital Art Stills and Sculpture. The non-acquisitive prize celebrates Australian Contemporary Art and is open to all Australian residents aged 18 years and over. -
Laozi's Furnace
On now until 10 November
White Rabbit Gallery
Centuries ago, in ancient China, Tang dynasty alchemists embarked upon a daring quest for immortality. -
Arcadian Artists Exhibition & Art Trail
9 November until 10 November
Annual Event - Second weekend in November
Participating venues in Dural, Galston, Arcadia and Berrilee. -
Wildlife photographer of the year
On now until 10 November
Australian National Maritime MuseumDirect from London's Natural History Museum, these remarkable images from Wildlife Photographer of the Year reveal unique moments from Earth's rich biodiversity, prompting reflection on our role in nature, and the challenges our planet faces.
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Cast in Cast out
20 May until 17 November
Museum of SydneyCast in cast out is inspired by Sydney-based Kamilaroi/Gamilaraay artist Dennis Golding’s experiences and childhood memories of growing up in ‘The Block’, an Aboriginal community in the inner Sydney suburb of Redfern.
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Old Master Drawings and Prints 16th-19th Century Exhibition
On now until 22 November
Peter Wright GalleryWright Gallery Fine Art has a continuous rolling exhibition of old master drawings and prints dating from the 16th through to the 19th century at it's Sydney CBD gallery, situated on the 7th floor of the historic Trust Building, 155 King Street.
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Oil Painting for Beginners
Friday 19 July to Friday 20 December
In this painting class for beginners, you will discover the joy and excitement of creating your very own masterpiece. This workshop is the perfect opportunity for those who have ever been curious about oil painting to dip their brushes into a world of colour and creativity.
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Peter Kingston
On Now until 18 May 2025
State Library NSW
Over 70 works including prints, artist’s books, sketchbooks and printing plates from across Peter Kingston’s career are on display, in a moving tribute to the late artist.
