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The Design Files Presents: ‘Yuranha’ by Hannah Lange

See our first exhibition of the year and shop pre-sales now!
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9 Incredible Art Exhibitions To See In 2025

Here are some of the best exhibitions taking place across Australia this year!
Studio Visit

This Melbourne Artist's Paintings Are Filled With Childlike Wonder

Local artist Morgan Blue combines motifs from childhood and comforting colours in her personal new exhibition.
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This Summer Exhibition Celebrates Two Influential (Yet Underrated) Female Artists

A first look at the National Gallery of Australia's showcase of ground-breaking female artists Ethel Carrick and Anne Dangar.
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Inside A Barn Turned Art Gallery On The Mornington Peninsula

You can now visit artist Hannah Nowlan's new gallery space, located on a scenic Mornington Peninsula farm.
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: ‘Surely, This Is The Place They Sing About’ by Bobby Bowers

Pre-sales for our last exhibition of the year, 'Surely, this is the place they sing about' by Bobby Bowers, are open now!
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: ‘Dusk’ By Fiona Barrett-Clark

Pre-sales for our latest TDF Collect exhibition are open now! See the full catalogue of dreamy sunset paintings by Fiona Barrett-Clark here.
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See The Winners Of The 2024 Telstra NATSIAA!

The winners of Australia's longest-running art awards for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists have been revealed for 2024!
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: ‘Martumili Artists’

See the full collection of pieces from the incredible artists of the Martumili art centre in Western Australia.
Art

See The Captivating Finalists Of The Archibald Prize 2024!

The finalists for this year’s Archibald Prize have just been revealed — see some of our favourite portaits.
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10 Events You Don't Want To Miss At Melbourne Design Week 2024!

From the Art Book Fair, to architecture talks, and local designer's exhibitions, here's our guide to this year's epic MDW program.
Studio Visit

Miranda Hine’s Alluring Paintings Of English House Museums

In her new exhibition ‘Making Beds’, Brisbane native Miranda Hine paints intimate scenes inside London’s historic house museums.
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Laundry Gallery's Latest Exhibition Of Vivid, Flowing Silks Is On Now To See + Shop!

'Yara Kutjupa (A Different Way)' showcases beautiful and eye-catching hand-painted silks of Tjarlirli and Kaltukatjara Art in the Western Desert — a skill the artists have only been exploring since 2020.
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: ‘Little By Little’ By Ash Leslie

Explore the catalogue for our next exhibition featuring abstract artist Ash Leslie — with 23 beautiful pieces available to purchase now!
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This New Art Exhibition Brings A Taste Of Paris To Regional Victoria

Be transported back in time with hundreds of historic works from one of Paris' most iconic museums, on show at Bendigo Art Gallery.
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11 Unmissable Exhibitions To See In 2024!

From the NGV's Triennial, to a Leonardo da Vinci showcase at THE LUME, here are 11 exciting exhibitions coming up this year.
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This Major Exhibition Celebrates Trailblazing Artist Emily Kam Kngwarray

The National Gallery of Australia is shining a well deserved spotlight on the late Anmatyerr artist.
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9 Artists We Love Creating Beautiful Works On Paper!

Meet some of our favourite Australian artists making masterpieces on paper — from hyper-realistic drawings, to emotive still-life paintings.
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents, ‘Friends + Faves’ (Our Last Exhibition For 2023)!

We are so proud to present our last exhibition for the year, with an epic line-up of local artists. And presales are now open!
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents ‘Profound Optimism’ by Marc Martin!

Our third TDF Collect exhibition features a series of 13 original watercolour paintings by celebrated artist, illustrator, designer and children's book author, Marc Martin!
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See The Incredible Winning Artworks From The 2023 Telstra NATSIAA!

The winners of the Australia's longest-running art awards for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists have been revealed!
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Stories Of Old + Colours Of New From Anindilyakwa Arts At Laundry Gallery

The artists at Anindilyakwa Arts have revisited a traditional practice to create a new exhibition of totems and sculptures — on now at Laundry Gallery!
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14 Must-See Artists At Melbourne’s Affordable Art Fair!

See an incredible line-up of local artists from 54 galleries across the country this year at Melbourne's Affordable Art Fair – here are our top picks!
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: ‘Martumili Artists’

Introducing our new group exhibition featuring the incredible Martumili Artists, whose vibrant artworks are on sale now!
Art

Inside Jordy Hewitt's Bold + Luminous 'Petri Dish'-Like Paintings

The Perth-based artist's latest exhibition, 'Daylight', explores her signature style of vivid, blended hues on eye-catching, large works.
Creative People

Melbourne Artist Emma Coulter Reveals A Vibrant New Exhibition!

Emma Coulter's colourful grids and bold geometric sequences take over everything from canvases to public buildings! Here, she unveils her latest exhibition.
TDF Collect

TDF Collect + Saint Cloche Present 'Point to Point'

TDF Collect and Saint Cloche are beyond excited to announce our first exhibition of the year, 'Point to Point'! See all the works by 13 talented Australian artists here.
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Tantri Mustika + Ella Reweti’s Experimental New Show For Melbourne Design Week!

Local creatives Ella Reweti and Tantri Mustika explore experimental new designs in their show, 'Making Space', at The Design Files' gallery next week!
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TDF's Top 7 Picks For Melbourne Design Week 2023!

The hotly anticipated Melbourne Design Week is back! We've pulled together our favourite exhibitions and events from the 11-day program.
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A Vibrant Exhibition Of 38 Hand-Carved + Painted Birds At Laundry Gallery

Meet the creative practice of husband-wife duo Irene Henry and Harold Goodman, as they work to create an ambitious 200 birds.
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Artist Charlotte Swiden’s Solo Sydney Exhibition Is A Love Letter To Connection

The Swedish-born, Melbourne-based artist's new exhibition, ‘Affect’ is on now at Saint Cloche, Sydney.
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Meg Gallagher Paints Textural Landscapes On Denim Offcuts in Her New Exhibition

Meg Gallagher's exhibition 'No Place Like Home' opens today at Sydney’s Totem Road Gallery.
Art

How Darwin’s Coolest New Art Gallery Is Championing Indigenous Stories

Laundry Gallery is an exciting Aboriginal-owned creative hub, based inside a converted 70s laundromat!
Art

A Look Inside Abbey Rich's Mesmerising New Exhibition

See the Melbourne artist's beautifully bold abstract pieces at MARS Gallery, filled with playful patterns and hidden meanings.
Art

9 Unmissable Exhibitions To See In 2023!

From NGV's Alexander McQueen exhibition, to a showcase of Frida Kahlo's works, here are the must-see exhibitions of the coming year.
Art

Inside Heide’s New Exhibition, Celebrating Prolific Sculptor Barbara Hepworth

The Heide Museum of Modern Art is hoping to make British artist Barbara Hepworth a household name in this intriguing exhibition!
Creative People

Shelley Horan Reimagines Household Junk In A Brilliant Still-Life Exhibition

Shelley Horan turns unlikely arrangements of everyday objects into fun and vibrant artworks for a new show at Modern Times.
Art

Rone Takes Over Flinders Street Station In His Most Epic Installation Yet

Melbourne street artist Rone unlocks the past in a new immersive exhibition inside Flinders Street Station's eerie ballroom and third floor!
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Caroline Walls Captures Unseen Everyday Moments In Her Personal New Show, ‘MotherLover’

Fleeting, intimate moments are depicted in artist Caroline Walls' new collection of oil paintings showing at Jerico Contemporary.
Studio Visit

Georgia Spain's Abstract Paintings Capture The Chaos Of Our Times

The Melbourne artist's new exhibition reflects tumultuous world events and news cycles.
Art

10 Artists Transform Discarded Archaeological Fragments In New Exhibition, 'Unearthed'

Discarded fragments from the Metro Tunnel dig in Melbourne are given new life in Craft Victoria's new exhibition, 'Unearthed'.
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The NGA’s Cressida Campbell Exhibition Celebrates Her Glorious 40-Year Career

A studio visit with Cressida Campbell, ahead of her exciting survey exhibition at the National Gallery Of Australia.
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This Vibrant Exhibition Brings Together Traditional Sculpture + Contemporary Art For A Story On Legacy

Brunswick Street Gallery presents 'Aak Puul: Art From The Wik & Kugu Region'; a bold showcase of the strength of Wik Kugu culture. 
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An Artist’s Home Bursting With Her Own Beautiful Golden-Toned Paintings

The Melbourne artist's home has been taken over by her abstract, expressive artworks ahead of her latest solo exhibition!
Art

Announcing The Winners Of The 2022 Telstra NATSIAA!

See the winners and finalists from the most prestigious award for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists, the 2022 Telstra NATSIAA!
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The Must-See Artists + Galleries At Melbourne’s Affordable Art Fair

The Affordable Art Fair is returning to Melbourne in September with a spectacular line-up of artists, and we have VIP passes to give away!
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Three Artists Celebrate The Natural World In A Tactile New Exhibition

Painter Minna Leunig, ceramicist Monique Robinson, and sculptor Lana Launay explore the world around us in Saint Cloche's latest showcase, 'Up-Side-Down.'
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Stacey Rees' Latest Exhibition Explores Flamboyant Colours + Feminine Forms

Artist Stacey Rees shares insights into her latest exhibition, 'Tropic of Capricorn' – on now at Saint Cloche!
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A Reflective Exhibition At Craft Victoria Exploring 'The Everywhen'

Koorie/Yorta Yorta woman Shahn Stewart and Koorie man Eden Fiske of Alchemy Orange have guest-curated an exhibition at Craft Victoria, exploring 'The Everywhen'.
Creative People

Helen Redmond’s First Solo Exhibition Explores Light + Modernist Architecture

The artist explores Brutalist and Modernist architecture through her mysterious paintings in a new Melbourne solo show this month.
Studio Visit

Indivi Sutton’s Ethereal Paintings Capture Emotion Through Colour

An inside look at Sydney-based artist Indivi Sutton's enchanting works and her creative journey (so far!) ahead of her latest solo show.
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An Immersive Exhibition Celebrating First Nations Collectives + Creatives

'Collective Movements’ brings together diverse works from across the Koorie community for the Monash Museum of Art!
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22 Artists Pair Up In An Experimental New Exhibition, ‘Between Painters'

See the culmination of an experimental art project curated by artist Charlotte Alldis! Featuring works by Emma Creasey, Minna Leunig, Amalia Keefer and more!
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5 Remote Indigenous Art Centres Come Together In A Collaborative New Exhibition: ‘Our Country’

'Our Country' showcases work from five remote Indigenous art centres in a new exhibition at Brunswick Street Gallery, co-curated by Ngukurr artist Karen Rogers.
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: ‘Martumili Artists’

Introducing our spectacular group show featuring the incredible Martumili Artists from Newman, Western Australia.
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See The Inspiring Finalists Of The 2022 Archibald Prize

Australia's most celebrated art award is back for its 101st year! See the 52 incredible finalists.
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: ‘Time Up North’ By Gemma Leslie

The artist's first solo show tells vibrant stories of summer days spent in her new home of Brisbane.
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TDF’s Top Picks For Parrtijma 2022, A Festival In Light

Parrtjima, A Festival in Light, kicks off on Friday, April 8 for a 10-night celebration of Country and culture. 
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See Intricate Woven Works By Female First Nations Artists At ‘Thread Count’

See more than 100 bags and baskets made by female First Nations master weavers on display at 'Thread Count', showing now at Collingwood Yards.
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12 Unmissable Exhibitions To Put In Your Diary For 2022

Our pick of this year's not-to-be missed exhibitions across Australia.
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: 'My Life' By Maggie Green

An exhibition of 13 glowing, vibrant works from Mangala artist Maggie Green.
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: 'Venus In Repose' By Emma Currie

Comprising 14 lyrical artworks exploring the conflicts of contemporary womanhood, pre-sales for 'Venus in Repose' are now open!
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: 'Here, In My Mind' By Amalia Keefer

We're so excited to be hosting the debut solo show from this promising young artist!
Art

See The First Museum Survey Of Artist Stanislava Pinchuk’s Work At Heide

The first career survey of Stanislava Pinchuk (formerly known as Miso) opens at Heide.
Art

10 Unmissable Exhibitions To See In 2021!

Now that galleries are OFFICIALLY back on, this is what you need to get out and see!
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: 'Walk These Streets' By Marc Martin

The talented artist and illustrator returns to TDF Collect for his second solo show!
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: 'I've Missed You, But Not That Much' By Emma Currie

The Melbourne-based artist's solo exhibition launches online today!
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: 'Portalis' By Hannah Nowlan

A series of 15 richly textured paintings exploring retreat, regeneration and the rapidly changing world around us.
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: 'Devotions' By Lucy Roleff

The much-anticipated debut solo show is here!
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: ‘Different Sorta Colour’ – An Online Exhibition

Get to know the five artists in our Indigenous group art exhibition, 'Different Sorta Colour'. Sales are open now!
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'I Been Born There' By Maggie Green At TDF Collect – A Virtual Walkthrough!

In lieu of being able to open this spectacular exhibition, we made a video with SIRAP to bring Maggie Green's debut solo show to you!
TDF Collect

Our First Exhibition Of 2020, ‘I Been Born There’ By Maggie Green

The Pilbara-based artist’s debut solo exhibition!
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10 Unmissable Art Exhibitions Of 2020

Calendars out! Our pick of not-to-be-missed art exhibitions for 2020, Australia wide.
TDF Collect

Announcing Our FINAL Art Exhibition Of 2019 – ‘Art&Artefact’

Our final art exhibition for 2019 brings together 15 painters, and 6 ceramicists / makers!
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These Photographic Prints Capture The Vibrant Architecture Of Portugal

Photographer Stephanie Rooney presents 'Lento', captured in Lagos, Portugal.
Art

Chasing Waterfalls With Belynda Henry

Dive into the exhibition ‘Waterfalls and Waterholes’ at Australian Galleries in Paddington, NSW.
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: 'Colourscapes' By Amanda Dziedzic

A new exhibition of striking sculptural glass forms, inspired by the spectacular trophies created for our TDF Design Awards!
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Loose Leaf Studio Open 'En Route' At Heide Museum of Modern Art

Artists Charlie Lawler and Wona Bae transform the iconic Heide II with a cascading botanical installation.
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