galleries & studios

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.

Follow the arts trail to meet our wonderful artists and take home a unique piece of the Northern Rivers. While out and about you might be interested in our dining guide!

Galleries
Red Door Pottery
villages

The Red Door Studio and Gallery showcases the original designs of Brooke Clunie's wheel thrown ceramics. Each of her hand made pieces beckon to be used and (more)

The Red Door Studio and Gallery showcases the original designs of Brooke Clunie's wheel thrown ceramics. Each of her hand made pieces beckon to be used and enjoyed.

444 Fernleigh Rd, Fernleigh (map)
02 6687 8957
info@brookeclunie.com
www.brookeclunie.com
opening hours:
Wed-Sun: 10am-4pm

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Brush Off Art
nimbin

Roslyn has established her new gallery in Nimbin to showcase her own work and to represent emerging and established local artists.The exhibitions are from (more)

Roslyn has established her new gallery in Nimbin to showcase her own work and to represent emerging and established local artists.The exhibitions are from modern and contemporary artists from around the Nimbin local area.
The Brush Off Art Gallery is located on Cullen Street and has changing monthly exhibitions for the enjoyment of art lovers, both locals and visitors.

76 Cullen St Nimbin (map)
0427 164 775
brushoffartdealers@gmail.com
roslynparryart.com
facebook.com/roslynparry
opening hours:
11am - 4.30pm
Daily

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Armisteads Quality Picture Framing & Gallery
lismore

Armistead's Quality Picture Framing & Gallery specialising in custom and pre made picture framing for Artists and general works including sporting (more)

Armistead's Quality Picture Framing & Gallery specialising in custom and pre made picture framing for Artists and general works including sporting memorabillia, needlework, paintings, prints, photography ad much more. Small jobs or corporate framing. Specialising in conservation framing. Curator of the Lismore Cafe Exhibition Trail. Michael's Big Pictures - Epson large format digital printing on canvas, polyprop and fine art papers

43B Wyrallah Road, Lismore (map)
02 6622 8011
armisteads@bigpond.com
www.armisteadsgallery.yolasite.com
www.facebook.com/armisteadspictureframing
opening hours:
Mon to Fri: 9am-5pm
Sat: 10am-1pm
Sun: Closed
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Communities Hub Art Space Inc.
lismore

The Communities Hub Art Space Inc. was formed creative community space for artists and healers. We are a not for profit organisation promoting and encouraging (more)

The Communities Hub Art Space Inc. was formed creative community space for artists and healers. We are a not for profit organisation promoting and encouraging the local community to share their art and practices. The Art Space is upstairs in 88 Keen st Lismore gracing several beautiul Art Deco rooms in one of Lismore's oldest buildings.

Local artists and crafts persons are encouraged to display their work. We have hosted several successful exhibitions and have an exciting constantly changing display of work by local artists. A well appointed healing room is available for practitioners of massage and healing therapies.

Rooms are available for rent outside gallery hours for music teachers, art/craft workshops, healers, poetry readings, book clubs, community groups etc at very reasonable prices. ($10 an hour)

88 Keen St Lismore (upstairs) Mail to: P.O. Box 6078 South Lismore (map)
0421 603 253
Commshub@outlook.com
www.communitieshubartspace.com/
www.facebook.com/Commshub/
opening hours:
Gallery hours Mon-Fri: 12pm-4pm, Sat 10am-1pm
Outside these hours, the space is available for rent to community groups, artists and practitioners.
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Back Alley Gallery (B.A.G)
lismore

The BAG is an open-air gallery that celebrates public art. The space has a diverse body of work from a variety of street artisits and muralists. Ever-evolving, (more)

The BAG is an open-air gallery that celebrates public art. The space has a diverse body of work from a variety of street artisits and muralists. Ever-evolving, there is always something new to see, for visitors and locals alike.

1 Eggins Lane, Lismore (map)
1300 87 83 87
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Art Aspects Gallery
lismore

Get inspired by our exquisite range of local and regional created art and craft. We represent over fifty local artists. Some of them are national and (more)

Get inspired by our exquisite range of local and regional created art and craft. We represent over fifty local artists. Some of them are national and internationally known.

We display paintings, sculpters, woodwork, ceramic, wheel engraved and blown glass, jewellery and more.

Our aim is not only to support local established and emerging artisans, but also give people from Lismore and the surrounding areas the opportunity to buy fine art and gifts which are locally made.  

For a pleasant cultural experience when you're in Lismore, be sure to call into Art Aspects Gallery, or if you have an enquiry please feel free to contact us.

104 Woodlark St, Lismore (map)
02 6622 8982
info@artaspectsgallery.com.au
www.artaspectsgallery.com.au/
www.facebook.com/artaspectsgallery/
www.instagram.com/artaspectsgallery/
opening hours:
Mon: closed
Tue to Fri: 10am-5.30pm
Sat: 9.30am-1pm
Sun: closed
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Lismore Regional Gallery
lismore

Lismore Regional Gallery presents energetic and thought provoking exhibitions and events for the enjoyment of locals and visitors (more)

Lismore Regional Gallery presents energetic and thought provoking exhibitions and events for the enjoyment of locals and visitors.

11 Rural St Lismore (map)
02 6627 4600
artgallery@lismore.nsw.gov.au
www.lismoregallery.org
www.facebook.com/LismoreRegionalGallery
www.instagram.com/lismoreregionalgallery/
opening hours:
Mon: Closed
Tue to Wed:10am-4pm
Thu: 10am-6pm
Fri to Sun: 10am-4pm
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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 (more)

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 classes and well prepared projects will ensure you enjoy a memorable and unique creative experience. All skill levels catered for; Minimum age 16 years.
You will learn the processes to create a new piece from initial concept through to the final product. Each participant is supplied with the timber to carve a sculptural piece to a set design. The design has a similar aesthetic to Grant's own work. The course includes the use of freehand & technical drawing; making and scaling up models to create full size templates, timber preparation and band sawing; techniques and tools to complete the work, as well as finishing methods.

After studying Architecture in the 1970s Grant Vaughan moved to the north coast of NSW and began making furniture & carving to his own designs. Grant’s work is in many public and private collections including the Powerhouse Museum and Parliament House, Canberra. Since exhibiting his carved forms at SOFA Chicago in 2000 Grant’s work has been acquired by the Boston Museum of Fine Art, Cincinnati Art Museum, Detroit Institute of Arts, National Gallery of Australia and numerous private collectors both in Australia & internationally.

Grant has extensive tutoring experience having run classes at his own studio for many years as well as external tutoring including Sturt Winter School, Mittagong and ANU. He looks forward to sharing his skills and experience with you.

191 Quilty Rd, Rock Valley (map)
02 6629 3277
info@grantvaughan.com.au
www.grantvaughan.com.au
opening hours:
Studio open by appointment.
Please visit the website for class dates.
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Blue Knob Hall Gallery & Cafe
blue knob

Blue Knob Hall, established in 1930, is situated beneath the sacred Aboriginal landmark of Lillian Rock, and Blue Knob mountain.Many social and educational (more)

Blue Knob Hall, established in 1930, is situated beneath the sacred Aboriginal landmark of Lillian Rock, and Blue Knob mountain.
Many social and educational events were enjoyed here up until the 1980's when the Hall fell into disrepair.
From 2000 extensive renovations were completed by voluntary community members and the Blue Knob Hall artist-run Gallery and Cafe was officially opened in 2004.
The gallery offers a changing exhibition program featuring local and invited artists. The cafe offers lunches and light refeshments. With a tasty, home style menu which includes all day breakfasts, pies made on the premises, a selection of cakes, slices, coffee, teas, fresh fruit juices, and smoothies.

719 Blue Knob Rd, Lillian Rock (map)
02 6689 7449
bkhgallery@harbourisp.net.au
www.blueknobgallery.com
opening hours:
Thu: 10am-3pm
Fri: 10am-3pm
Sat: 8:30am-3pm
Sun: 10am-3pm
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Nimbin Craft Gallery
nimbin

Established over 35 years ago, Nimbin Craft Gallery is a leading outlet for locally made art and craft. Featuring pottery, wood craft, clothing, jewellery, toys (more)

Established over 35 years ago, Nimbin Craft Gallery is a leading outlet for locally made art and craft. Featuring pottery, wood craft, clothing, jewellery, toys, shoes and so much more, you can find the perfect gift or keepsake for all ages. Local indigenous artists creating traditional as well as contemporary works are a must-see.
Whether for the body, home or garden we have the creative accessory to suit your style. Nimbin Craft Gallery's 'sistering' projects are an important part of the ethos; providing struggling third world artisans with an outlet. We are currently working with Thai, Karen (displaced Burmese) and Papua New Guinean craftspeople whose works are a joy to support.
Colourful, creative and hippy, no visit to Nimbin (actual or virtual) is complete without a cruise through Nimbin Craft Gallery!

1 Sibley Street Nimbin (map)
02 6689 1375
nimbincraftgalleryonline@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/nimbincraftgallery/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Nimbin-Craft-Gallery/182305788481282
opening hours:
Mon - Sun: 10am to 5pm
Closed Christmas Day only
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