Exhibitions
One of the best things in life is getting along to an art and crafts exhibition. Getting along to exhibitions is a perfect way to bring more creativity into daily life and make holidays memorable.
Whether you’re a participating artist, an arts industry worker, a fellow artist or a fabulous supporter, exhibitions are fabulous sources of inspiration for all of us.
Something I love to do is plan road trips and holidays around exhibitions, workshops and classes, art retreats and open studio trails.
So I hope you find the perfect event here. Some will be annual or seasonal, others will always have something on, just think of places like the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery and MONA in Hobart and the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery in Launceston.
Here you’ll be able to find more of the grass roots exhibitions organised by passionate artists across goregous towns and villages.
Find Out What’s On in the ATT Newsletter
Join the Art Trails Tasmania Newsletter to stay up to date with What’s On, Artist Profile blog interviews, new members and more.
Being Listed
If you would like to join the Art Trails Tasmania family just pop over to the Member’s Hub and choose from one of the membership options.
Our Latest Events Across Tasmania
Here you’ll find the latest exhibition and event news stories of our members.
Below are the Art Trails Tasmania members who are running exhibitions across the state.
7 Ways to Use Exhibitions to Grow Your Artist Profile
Entering art and craft exhibition can be a very effective way to grow your artist profile. Here are 7 tips on how to do this easily by Art Trails Tasmania
Find Exhibitions Across Tasmania
Here you’ll find the Art Trails Tasmania members who are running exhibitions across the state.
To help you plan your explorations we look at Tasmania as nine regions:
North West
ArtsCape Wynyard
An artist-run initiative in Wynyard, operating on unceded Tommiginner land in Tasmania. We are incorporated volunteer-run, not-for-profit organisation that provides a space for local artists and groups to gather and meet.
Explore this supportive and enabling art group, ArtsCape Wynyard online to discover the latest program of events, including exhibitions and workshops, arts call outs and how to join this friendly artists co-op.
Be sure to follow ArtsCape Wynyard on Facebook and Instagram for all of their latest news!
Visit at:
45 Jackson Street
Wynyard, Tas 7325
The Arty Duck
The Arty Duck is a welcoming community of artists and makers specialising in locally made arts and crafts with a shopfront open Monday to Saturday 10am to 4pm.
Come explore the Arty Duck website, discover their designers, and follow them on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news.
30 Smith Street
Smithton, TAS 7330
West Coast
The Islands: Bruny, Flinders and King Islands
Bruny Island Bird Festival
The Bruny Island Bird Festival Website
The Bruny Island Bird Festival: Bringing together Science, Conservation, Community and Creativity to create three days of enjoyment and education about the birdlife of this wonderful island. Everyone is most welcome, birders and non-birders alike.
Discover the full festival calendar of creative workshops, the art exhibition, nature market day, sculpture art trail, festival program, Bird Beanie Competition and speakers series that makes up the Festival Program on the website as well as accommodation options. Here’s the list of Bruny Island birds.
Be sure to follow the Bruny Island Bird Festival on Facebook and Instagram too.
Sarah Stewart
Abstractionist working with acrylic and mixed media to create evocative and expressive contemporary artworks.
You can explore Sarah’s work on her online galleries, learn about her exhibitions and follow her on Instagram.
Read Sarah’s Artist Profile story here.
Bruny Island
Central North – including Launceston
Art Trails Tasmania Exhibition held in a range galleries, including the Poatina Tree Art Gallery, Sheffield Art Gallery, Jane Seychell Gallery, St Helens, Makers @ the Courthouse, Lilydale and The Kitchen Collective, Westbury in 25th October – 24th November.
Yes, this is our very own art exhition and where we started in 2019.
Poatina Tree Art Gallery
Poatina Tree Art Gallery is a community Gallery run by Poatina Arts. We are a small nurturing Gallery that provides exhibition opportunities to local artists and artists connected to our broader community.
Visit Poatina Arts online to discover all that this vibrant creative collective are doing, including a gallery space, glass studio, artist in residence program, rehearsal spaces, music studio rooms, and a ceramic studio. Be sure to join the newsletter and follow on Facebook and Twitter/X too for all the latest news.
Gordon Street
Poatina, TAS 7302
The Poatina Tree Art Gallery is an exhibiting venue for the 5th Annual Art Trails Tasmania Art Exhibition.
Sheffield Art Gallery
The Sheffield Art Gallery exhibits and sells arts and crafts created by our diverse and talented group of local artisans. We provide a high quality gallery service open to the general public. We respond to the needs of the community by providing an exhibition space open to local artists and encourage all sectors of the community to participate.
Visit the Sheffield Art Gallery online , discover the exhibitions, workshops and special events. Be sure to follow on Facebook.
6 Pioneer Close
Sheffield, TAS 7306
The Sheffield Art Gallery is an exhibiting venue for the 5th Annual Art Trails Tasmania Art Exhibition.
Makers@TheCourthouse
1951 Main Road
Lilydale, TAS 7268
Operating from the old courthouse in Lilydale, Makers@TheCourthouse is a co-operative of artists and craftspeople, including woodworkers, ceramicists, knitters, jewellery makers, and sewers of clothing and accessories.
Our new gallery provides space for our artist and photography members.
Be sure to follow Makers at the Courthouse on Facebook and Instagram for all of their latest news on exhibitions, workshops, events, designs and treasures.
Lilydale
Makers @ the Courthouse is an exhibiting venue for the 5th Annual Art Trails Tasmania Art Exhibition.
Launceston Art Society
The Launceston Art Society (LAS)
The Society encourages the development of art skills and knowledge and enables members to promote their work through exhibitions as well as encouraging skill development via workshops. Social interaction and networking is encouraged on the Wednesday studio open days.
Be sure follow on Facebook and to explore the Launceston Art Society website to learn about their workshops, exhibitions, becoming a member and their newsletter.
RSL Building Wellington Street
Launceston, Tas 7250
West Tamar Arts Group Inc
Using a diverse program of arts, events and workshops, the West Tamar Arts Group endeavours to engage with the wider community, giving all who visit and live here the opportunity to experience the vibrant and inclusive cultural lifestyle of the Tamar Valley.
The West Tamar Arts Group aims to develop skills, educate and provide artistic experiences in the community through workshops, exhibitions and performances.
Come explore the West Tamar Arts Group website to discover their exhibitions, workshops, classes and events, and follow on Facebook and Instagram for all of their latest events news.
West Tamar
George Town Council
George Town Council proudly celebrates culture and the arts as the heart of our vibrant and versatile community. We are dedicated to supporting arts and culture, recognising their power to bring people together, inspire progress, and enhance our daily lives. Join us in embracing and growing our evolving arts scene.
The Council’s Art and Creative program has two vibrant galleries, Lighthouse Regional Arts and Outer Cove Creative Inc, supports the Kinimathatakinta/George Town Art Prize, workshops with the Creative George Town project, the Art Street Art initative, inspiring scultpure, mural and mosaics trails, and have call outs for EOIs for exhibitions, workshops and events as well as public art.
Be sure to follow this dynamic council on Facebook for event news, creative grant call outs, exhibitions and workshops!
Spreyton Picture Framing
We are a home based business and offer an honest, friendly and affordable range of services to suit all types of picture framing jobs in Devonport and surrounding areas. From traditional framing for artworks, prints, paintings, photos, certificates to jigsaws, cross stitch, needlework, bead work and canvasses (including stretching or box framing).
We offer a complete service and are always happy to discuss any framing requirements with you.
Discover more about the services offered on the Spreyton Picture Framing website and follow on Instagram.
Enjoy reading The Magic in Framing the Personal and the Precious with Greg Dennis
Russell McKane
Painter, photographer and silversmith. Plein air using Renaissance techniques. Mainly Trees.
Explore Russell’s website for his latest workshops, exhibitions and events news and be sure to follow this Instagram sensation and on Facebook too.
Read Russell McKane’s Artist Profile here.
Poatina
Lee-Anne Peters
Specialising in ceramics and visual arts. Follow Lee-Anne’s exciting adventure as an award winning sculptor, fine artist and clay obsessor.
Follow Lee-Anne on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date with her workshops, classes and exhibitions.
Campbell Town
Deloraine Creative Studios Inc.
59-61 Emu Bay Road
Deloraine, TAS 7304
Deloraine Creative Studios Inc. is a centre for the creation and exhibition of art, craft, and design. We are a not-for-profit organisation that offers a unique experience for people to view artists and craftspeople at work, creating handcrafted Tasmanian products and works of art.
To learn more visit the Deloraine Creative Studios website and follow on Facebook.
Jacqui Cleijne
Jacqui Cleijne, is a mostly self-taught artist with a passion for depicting Tasmanian wildlife and wilderness. This passion is evident in her beautiful interpretation of the states natural picturesque serenity and unique native animal life.
Explore Jacqui’s beautiful work, pet portrait commissions and exhibitions online and follow her on Facebook for her beautiful work.
Deloraine
Blue Tree Gallery
Blue Tree Gallery are dedicated to promoting mental well-being. Discover all your Tasmanian-made local souvenirs conveniently in one place. Our founder, Aimee, is a passionate artist who seeks to capture human emotion and provide a safe space within this gorgeous little art gallery amongst the ferns.
1420 Cradle Mountain Rd
Moina 7310
Explore the Blue Tree Gallery website and follow on Facebook and Instagram for all the updates. You can also discover the founder Aimee Rowland on Instagram.
George Town Art and Artisans
Shop 3, 81 Macquarie Street
George Town Tas 7253
George Town Art and Artisans is a gallery/retail space for artists, artisans and craft people from the municipality of George Town to collaborate, exhibit and sell their creations.
Be sure to follow on Facebook and Instagram this vibrant and creative group for the latest in events, workshops, exhibitions and designs.
George Town
Helene Boyer
A glass artist and sculptor inspired by forms found in the marine and terrestrial environments of Tasmania, manipulating the potential of glass to exploit transparency, colour and light, to evoke emotion and to comment on vulnerability to climate and habitat change.
You can follow Helene on Instagram to stay up to date with her work and where she is exhibiting. Read Helene’s Artist Profile here.
Invermay
Nigel Lazenby
Please visit my website and read my artist statement or view my imagery. This will give you an idea about me and my work.
Be sure to explore Nigel’s website and the gallery of his works.
Evandale
Steve Barnes
I’m a passionate landscape and floral photographer. I do commercial work, but the opportunity to just soak and capture beauty is like therapy for me. I also enjoy teaching photography to small groups.
Be sure to explore Steve’s website to discover his wall art, classes, photography and video services and follow him on Facebook for his latest news.
Carrick
Vince Brophy
Photographer and artist, Vince specialises in photographs works. His web site also has accompany music attached to his photographs.
Explore Vince’s work on his website and follow this talented photographer and musican on Facebook and Instagram for his exhibition and events news.
Low Head
Catherine Phillips
Catherine Phillips is an artist and art teacher. She has completed a Master of Fine Art and a Master of Teaching. Her preferred medium is oil paint, and subject matter, landscapes.
Be sure to follow Catherine on her artistic journey on Instagram and discover which exhibitions Catherine is exhibiting in.
Launceston
Central Tablelands
Central South – including Hobart
Wooby Lane Gallery
A wonderful new Art Gallery located in the historic river arts district on the waterfront of Hobart in the 1800s sandstone Salamanca Art Center.With a focus on art glass Wooby Lane also showcases the finest in ceramics, wood, leather, and other mediums by Tasmanian, Australian and New Zealand Artists.
Visit at 20/77 Salamanca Place
Hobart, TAS 7000
Visit the Wooby Lane Gallery online and discover their inspiring artists and be sure to follow on Facebook and Instagram.
Hobart
Wendy Galloway
Wendy’s studio is in Hobart at the base of kunanyi/Mount Wellington. Landscape is Wendy’s main inspiration for creating abstract and semi abstract paintings. She has been creating art for over thirty years.
Follow Wendy on Facebook, Instagram and on Bluethumb.
Hobart
Artosaurus Gallery and Studios
Artosaurus is an inclusive art gallery with multiple teaching studios. Our focus is on lifelong learning for artists of all abilities, providing art classes and workshops and opportunities for Tasmanian artists to exhibit and sell their work and building a safe and supportive art community.
Visit the Artosaurus Gallery and Studios website and be inspired by their work and while you’re there, join the newsletter.
Be sure to follow them on Facebook and Instagram too.
Moonah
Stitching and Beyond inc
Stitching and Beyond is a group which celebrates the work of textile artists exploring innovative approaches to fibre and mixed media arts. We share ideas, knowledge and techniques, support each other , and showcase textile art in all forms.
Be sure to join the Stitching and Beyond Facebook Group and visit their website to stay up to date with workshops, events and daily doses of textile inspiration.
Moonah
Ewen Welsh
Tasmanian based artist specialising in people and portraits and animals, longtime lifedrawer and model. Very passionate about wildlife and conservation.
Be sure to explore Ewen’s website, The Artistic Rabbit, and shop with Ewen on Bluethumb.
Bonnet Hill
North East
North East Tasmania Art and Craft Festival
NETACFESTIVAL ARTS
The North East Tasmania Art and Craft (NETAC) Festival highlights the state’s rich creative spirit through an art exhibition showcasing diverse Tasmanian talent. Discover stunning paintings, sculptures, and handmade crafts in a vibrant celebration of artistry, culture, and community.
The 50th NETAC Festival is 13th – 15th September 2024 with the theme of “Something Old, Something New” at the Scottsdale Mechanics’ Hall, King Street.
Explore the NETAC Festival website and follow them on Facebook.
Scottsdale Art Gallery Cafe
Nestled at the entrance of the town’s bustling shopping centre, this remarkable art gallery beckons you to embrace the creativity of Tasmanian artists and regular changing exhibitions.
The Cafe, where the aroma of exceptional coffee and Belgian hot chocolate fills the air. Delight in crafting fresh, seasonal dishes using the finest local ingredients. Plus explore the North-East Scenic Rail Trail on two wheels with convenient bike hire options.
42 King Street
Scottsdale, TAS 7260
Visit the Scottsdale Art Gallery Cafe website and discover the latest exhibition news and exhibiting artists in the gallery and follow on Facebook for the latest news.
The Scottsdale Art Gallery Cafe is also the local Information Centre and the friendly team are most happy to share maps, great food and coffee locations across the north east.
Jane Seychell
I am a colour pencil artist. I create realistic art work featuring animals, nature and pop art.
Be sure to explore Jane’s gallery space in St Helens and her Artist website, details about her Commissions work with pet portraiture and to follow on Instagram and Facebook.
Read Jane’s Artist Profile story here.
Gallery | Studio | Art Space
41 Cecilia St
St Helens
The Jane Seychell Gallery is an exhibiting venue for the 5th Annual Art Trails Tasmania Art Exhibition.
East Coast
South East
How to Successfully Use Exhibitions to Grow Your Artist Profile
Being part of an art exhibition can always be more than simply entering your work with the hopes of winning or selling a piece.
It is entirely possible to successful use exhibitions to grow your artist profile online. Letting you attract new followers, demonstrate to galleries the value of your audience and craft a heap of valuable content.
When you create more opportunities you open more doors for yourself allowing you to live a more fulfilling life.
Navigating Tasmania
Below is a map to help orientate yourself with the regions. Do note that this map has some creative license to it rather than being a very specific, professional cartographers creation. Do refer to the Tasmanian Government Official touring map of Tasmania ($5, available online, in Service Tasmania shops and onboard the Spirit of Tasmania) for accurate details. It even has roads and rivers marked on it!
If you’re planning a road trip arts holiday be sure to get hold of a good old fashion printed map of the state. Do not trust Google maps or the navigation maps beyond the city and suburbs as they’re renowned for taking people along unsafe narrow dirt tracks with little opportunity for chucking u- turns (true for all regional, rural and remote areas in Australia). And besides, folding out a map, having an explore is way more fun!
See What’s On Across Tasmania
Just click on the images below to find out what is happening with various artists across the state.
