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
Cawongla Art Studio
cawongla

Cawongla Art Studio is a group of local artists sharing their work and skills within the historic Cawongla Community Centre. Next to the Cawongla Cafe and (more)

Cawongla Art Studio is a group of local artists sharing their work and skills within the historic Cawongla Community Centre. Next to the Cawongla Cafe and General Store it's a great place to view and purchase local art and grab a coffee with home made cake next door. The art is varied and each artist also sells limited prints and cards from original artwork. Current visual artists are Yvonne Preston, Linda Frylink Anderson Janet Te Faircloth and Clare Ennew. You will find within the art studio paintings, drawings, lithographs, pique assiette mosaics, prints and cards.

Cawongla Art Studio warmly welcomes you and invites you to share ideas for workshops and events. Life Drawing and Craft Mornings are currently on offer. Watch for the purple and blue flags as you drive into Cawongla!

5325 Kyogle rd, Cawongla (map)
0402 330 244
valiam1@hotmail.com
www.cawonglaartstudio.weebly.com
facebook.com/cawonglaartstudio/
instagram.com/p/BcSyMtkg9pv/
opening hours:
Tues: 10am-3pm
Sat : 11am - 4pm
Sun: 11am-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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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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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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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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Fox Photo Den
lismore

Fox Photo Den is Lismore's first and only dedicated Photography space. The Den is a creative space for photographers and photography lovers to meet, share, (more)

Fox Photo Den is Lismore's first and only dedicated Photography space.

The Den is a creative space for photographers and photography lovers to meet, share, collaborate, teach, learn, work and exhibit in. A place that fosters passion and creativity of all kinds and welcomes the quirky and adventurous.

34 Union St, South Lismore (map)
0407 207 635
foxphotoden@gmail.com
foxphotoden.com.au
facebook.com/foxphotoden/
opening hours:
Thu & Fri: 10am-4pm
Sat & Sun: 10am-2pm
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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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Northern Rivers Community Gallery
ballina

The Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) has established itself as a significant regional cultural hub and creative catalyst in the Northern Rivers. NRCG (more)

The Northern Rivers Community Gallery (NRCG) has established itself as a significant regional cultural hub and creative catalyst in the Northern Rivers. NRCG exhibitions and programs promote critical thinking, creative exploration and social cohesion; and connect artists, makers and audiences with creative opportunity.

44 Cherry St Ballina (map)
02 6681 6167
nrcg@ballina.nsw.gov.au
www.nrcgballina.com.au/v1/
www.facebook.com/northernriverscommunitygallery/
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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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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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