Sunshine Coast Art Galleries
Visit the Murra Wolka gallery and browse their exceptional range of reasonably priced authentic goods. Each quality product is hand painted by a local Aboriginal artist and comes with a note or stamp confirming its authenticity. Artists express their talent in both contemporary and traditional styles and the local flora and fauna has a strong influence.
The range includes traditional artefacts like nulla nulla, message sticks, boomerangs and didgeridoos through to more modern works such as wine holders, jewellery, picture frames and T-shirts.
| Where: | 39 Memorial Drive, Eumundi. |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 5442 8691 |
| Website: | Murra Wolka |
Set in natural bushland, the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre features two separate and unique display areas. The Matthew Flinders Gallery has a program of regular exhibitions featuring local and international artists, while the Craft Room boasts a display of artwork by members of the Arts Centre.
The Bribie and District Woodcarvers workshop is at the rear of the centre and several other studios are provided for various groups to develop newfound skills. Explore the artwork displayed at the centre then meander through the tranquil bushwalks nearby.
| Wheelchair access is available. | |
| Where: | Sunderland Drive, Banksia Beach, Bribie Island. |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 3408 9288 |
| Website: | Bribie Art Centre |
The Caloundra Regional Art Gallery showcases local talent and international artists in regular exhibitions and events. The Gallery has a strong emphasis on education and excellence in the visual arts, and organises performances and workshops focusing on creativity and sustainability.
Current exhibitions include 'Ordeal of Ideal', woven creations by Helena Stulgis, and 'Nest', which showcases glass creations by artist Katrina Odgers.
| Where: | 22 Omrah Avenue, Caloundra. |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 5420 8299 |
| Website: | Caloundra Regional Art Gallery |
Browse the Hinterland Art Gallery for a visual feast of paintings and sculptures by talented artists from the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. The Gallery features classic and contemporary works by award-winning artists such as Brian Allison, Mabs Vandenberg, Don Woodley and Pauline Adair.
Regular workshops offer budding artists the opportunity to explore their talents and nuture their creativity while exchanging ideas and techniques with others. Be influenced by successful artists and draw on their wealth of experience and talent to improve your creative skills.
| Where: | 8 Caloundra Street, Landsborough. |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 5494 1297 |
Located in a grand old restored Queenlander, The Gallery Eumundi specialises in large contemporary pieces and works by local Indigenous artists.
View romantic landscapes and colourful eclectic works. See how Matthew Duchesne beautifully captures the emotion of the moment on film and marvel at the oriental style of Aesha Kennedy's drawings.
| Where: | 1 Gridley Street, Eumundi. |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 5442 8365 |
| Website: | The Gallery Eumundi |
Representing the finest contemporary art and design, Main Street Gallery deals with many renowned Australian artists. Admire the whimsical figures created by Deann Cumner, and the vibrant glasswork by David Nolan. Appreciate the intricate detail in Ardleigh Cleveland's mixed media collages and the passion evoked in works by Fu Hong.
Accredited by the industry organisation for professional craft, the gallery offers an extensive range of ceramics, sculpture, jewellery, glass, textiles and woodcraft. Browse their designer homewares and exceptional range of art books and cards.
| Where: | 167 Main Street, Montville. |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 5478 5050 |
| Website: | Main Street Gallery |
His work features the beauty of the region's beaches, rivers and forests, and often uses water to reflect light and capture the feel of the moment.
The portraits capture the subject's expressions and personality perfectly, leaving you feeling that you know the subject a little better for the experience.
Judy Hall-Grieve is an accomplished artist who specialises in landscapes and contemporary abstracts.
Judy uses brilliant coloured oils to capture movement and life on the canvas. She shares the gallery with her husband, Ian Grieve.
| Where: | Justin Road, Doonan, near the junction of the Sunshine Coast Motorway and Eumundi Road. |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 5449 1393 |
| Website: | Ian Grieve Gallery |
The Old Fire Station Gallery holds regular exhibitions in conjunction with the Artisan Guild of Caboolture and District, featuring local artists and members of the Guild.
| Wheelchair access is available. | |
| Where: | 55 King Street, Caboolture. |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 5498 3466 |
| Website: | Old Fire Station Gallery |
Featuring stunning works by prestigious Australian artists and contempory works by burgeoning talents, the Tiffany Jones Fine Art Gallery strives to give the visitor the "full artistic experience".
Housed in a charming renovated timber cottage, the Tiffany Jones Fine Art Gallery is as much a work of art as the collection it houses. Lush gardens and wide verandahs surround the cottage, which is furnished with leadlight windows, polished timber floors and fine furnishings.
| Disabled access is available. | |
| Where: | Corner Burnett Street and Townsend Road, Buderim. |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 5450 1722 |
| Website: | Tiffany Jones Fine Art |
The Tree Frog Gallery exhibits and sells contempory Australian art, Indigenous art, sculpture, furniture, ceramics, jewellery and craft items by unique local artists. The multi-level gallery uses modern lighting techniques to best display the diverse range of creative artworks and gift items.
The building housing the gallery is itself an artistic piece. Modern corrugated iron features with elegant timber fittings, creating a uniquely Australian feel. Leadlight windows contrast with the distinctive tree frog perched tentatively on the side of the building.
Relax in the verandah cafe on the mezzanine level, and indulge in some tempting local gourmet treats, fesh coffee and wholesome snacks.
| Where: | 56 Montville Road, between Maleny and Montville. |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 5435 2303 |
| Website: | Treet Frog Gallery |
The University of the Sunshine Coast Gallery hosts a range of exhibitions focusing on contemporary art and design. Works are displayed by internationally renowned artists, local artists and students of the Art and Design program.
A variety of media are represented, including painting, drawing, illustration, animation, graphic design and digital art. Talks and workshops are held to coincide with current displays.
The Gallery is open to the public and entry is free. Access is available for people with disabilities.
During exhibitions the gallery is open Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm and on Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm.
The Gallery is closed on public holidays.
| Where: | From Mooloolaba, take the Sunshine Motorway, then the Buderim/Sippy Downs/University exit; take the first left, go straight through first roundabout, and turn right at second roundabout into University entrance. |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 5459 4645 |
| Website: | USC |
