The Northern Rivers is home to the largest concentration of practicing artists in regional Australia. The laidback lifestyle and colourful communities of the region, along with the natural beauty of the hinterland and nearby rainforests provide a stunning backdrop and inspiration to many local and visiting creative workers.

Galleries + Studios

Alan Ussher Glassblowing Studio

lismore

Alan has a variety of glassware for sale, teaches glassblowing workshops and performs demonstrations at his studio - close to Lismore CBD. Alan has a longstanding studio at Silver Cloud Studios (formerly The Old Chocolate Factory) - a community of artists and studios just over the bridge in South (more)

Amarina AARI

lismore

Supporting Bundjalung Artists We prioritise amplifying the voices and stories from emerging artists, grassroots community members and remote and rural communities within the greater Bundjalung Nation. We offer artists a chance to showcase their works with seasonal exhibitions. Sharing Skills with (more)

Back Alley Gallery

lismore

Come and discover the hidden underground street art culture of The Back Alley Gallery in Lismore. The Back Alley Gallery is transforming the laneways of Lismore. You cannot walk down the streets without finding something new on the walls. There are over sixty artworks, including large scale murals, (more)

Christine Porter Art Studio

lismore

Recognised watercolourist, Christine Porter, creates visual stories about rural Australia. She is a painter, printmaker, and publisher. Printmaking demonstrations by arrangement (more)

Elevator ARI

lismore

This emerging artist run gallery and studio presents an exciting array of exhibitions and programs. Visit their website for program details and opening hours (more)

Flourish Art Gallery

lismore

Flourish Art Gallery and Studio is such an exciting, diverse and creative space. The Gallery holds monthly exhibitions with an extensive array of artwork in many mediums and movements. The first Friday of each month is the exhibition opening night. These are always well attended and often host live (more)

Grant Vaughan Designs in Wood

lismore

Enjoy learning the skills of woodcarving & sculpture from Grant Vaughan, a wood artist with over 30 years experience. The classes are held in Grant's studio which sits on 85 acres of tranquil bushland in the foothills of the Border Ranges in Northern NSW. Grant's personal tuition in small (more)

Lismore Art & Framing

lismore

Originally called Armistead's gallery and picture framing, Rhonda and Derek ran this business for 22 years before they handed the reigns over to Mia at the end of 2023. Lismore Art & Framing has a dedicated gallery space showcasing local artists work and offers a custom made picture (more)

Lismore Regional Gallery: pop-up space

lismore

Lismore Regional Gallery presents energetic and thought provoking exhibitions and events for the enjoyment of locals and visitors. Street parking is available on Magellan and Molesworth Streets. The gallery is wheelchair accessible and an accessible toilet is available (more)

Lucky Daisy Pottery

lismore

Cynthia Manietta is a ceramic artist based in Lismore, northern NSW, Australia. Cynthia works primarily in cone six stoneware using wheel throwing, hand-building and slip casting techniques. With a background in design, Cynthia began studying ceramics in 2004 and is currently continuing her (more)

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