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TDF Collect

The Design Files Presents: ‘Yuranha’ by Hannah Lange

See our first exhibition of the year and shop pre-sales now!
Art

9 Artists Who Paint Nostalgic Australian Scenes

These local artists are experts at creating nostalgic landscapes and suburban scenes that feel eerily familiar.
Shopping

10 Australian Galleries To Shop For Beautiful + Affordable Art

Whether your budget is $250 or $2000, these are our favourite places to shop for beautiful art that won't break the bank!
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.
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.
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!
Creative People

10 Australian Photographers Who Sell Beautiful Prints

Looking for a new print for your home? Here are some of our favourite photographers turning real life into works of art.
Art

11 Of The Best Places To Buy Affordable Art Prints

From culinary posters, to still-life prints, and colourful graphic designs, here's our favourite places to find great art prints.
Art

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!
Art

10 Affordable Landscape Artists We Love

Meet the Australian-based landscape painters who are experts at capturing the natural world — and find out where to shop their works!
Art

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

13 Still Life Artists We're Loving Right Now

Still life art imitates life in the best way, and we've compiled a list of talented still life artists from around Australia you should know!
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.
Art

2 Local Creatives Team Up To Create A Striking Collection Of Sculptural Lamps

This textural lighting collaboration between local label Retro Print Revival and sculptural clay artist Jan Vogelpoel is one for the wish list!
Art

8 Artists Who Perfectly Capture The Beauty Of Homes + Architecture

From terrace houses to suburban streetscapes, these local artists capture the everyday beauty in our homes and neighbourhoods.
Art

5 Local Female Artists We're Loving!

If you're looking to expand your art collection with works under $3000, these five local creatives are a great place to start!
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.
Art

Take A Trip Around The World At David Jones' New Wonderworld Gallery

David Jones is celebrating its new season launch with a new art gallery inside its Sydney flagship store!
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: 'My Life' By Maggie Green

An exhibition of 13 glowing, vibrant works from Mangala artist Maggie Green.
Creative People

The Trailblazing Couple Behind Brisbane's New Indigenous Art Centre

Amanda Hayman and Troy Casey are the entrepreneurial couple behind Brisbane's most exciting new art gallery and retail space!
Art

11 Places To Buy Excellent Art Prints

From photography to digital illustrations, these eleven artists, designers and collectives sell high quality art prints.
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!
Art

Seven Great Places To Buy Affordable, Original Art

From local galleries to online dealers, First Nations art centres, this is where to look for artwork under $1.5k!
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!
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!
Shopping

Create Your Own Salon Wall With These Affordable, Vintage-Inspired Artworks

Jono Fleming pioneers a new affordable art alternative, with the launch of his limited-edition, stretched-canvas art prints.
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!
Shopping

Thoughtful Home Deliveries To Nurture Your Creativity

From weaving looms to clay kits, these creative home deliveries are here to get you through isolation!
TDF Collect

'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!
Shopping

An Iconic New Collaboration - Art-Inspired Ceramics From Robert Gordon x David Bromley

Two great Australian creative names collaborate on a distinctive new range of ceramic homewares.
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!
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!
Photography

Celebrating 10 Years Of Photography With Broadsheet Editions

A new collection of photographic prints, from Broadsheet's stable of stellar local photographers.
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: 'Chimera' By Hannah Nowlan

A powerful new body of work from the Melbourne artist, exploring themes of death, duality, mythology and spirituality.
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: 'Blue' By Elizabeth Barnett

A new body of work from Macedon artist Elizabeth Barnett, in a spectrum of blue.
Art

The Gorman Age – A Decade Of Print!

Introducing a collaboration, celebration and must-see exhibition from the iconic Melbourne brand!
TDF Collect

TDF Collect Presents: 'Unfolding Light' By Katie Daniels

Introducing a brand new artist for our first TDF Collect art exhibition of 2019, Melbourne painter Katie Daniels.
Shopping

The Little Homewares Store That Could

Anna Chisholm of homewares store Bungalow Trading Co. proves that perseverance pays off in small business.
Art

Bruce Slorach's 'Botanica'

The iconic Australian artist returns home for his latest exhibition.
Shopping

Inside Enduring Antiques Emporium, Nicholas + Alistair

The Abbotsford treasure trove remains in a league of its own.
Shopping

'Variety Hour' On Gertrude Street

Beloved textile designer and artist Cassie Byrnes opens a pop-up in Fitzroy this Saturday.
Art

New Graphic Canvas Wall Hangings From Home Dweller

A lesson in following your creative intuition, from graphic designer Felicia Gibson.
Art

Milligram Studio

The new in-house stationary brand from Melbourne-based Telegram Co. unveils it's latest collab.
Events

The Design Files Open House 2017

It's back! This November we'll be welcoming you to our 5th Open House event, showcasing a fresh new lineup of Australian artists, designers and makers.
Lighting

Ode to Elma x SURFACE 1°22 Collaboration

Textile artworks and pendant lighting, in a palette that’ll transport you to a carefree summer holiday!
Shopping

KIOSK by Georgia Perry

A look inside the illustrator and designer's new Collingwood store, stocking accessories, homewares, stationery and gifts by indie designers.
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