Exhibitions

A glimpse of daily life through the eyes of young Sydneysiders aged 5 to 12

Katerina Teaiwa reframes the Pacific island's dance

Explore the art and lives of 50 trailblazing women artists in the major exhibition

Voyage back in time to the early stories of Australians in Antarctica through the journeys of SY Aurora.

Explore historic photographs of the 1965 protest bus ride exposing racism and discrimination against Aboriginal people

Discover rare and beautiful works by contemporary artists, from the Library’s little-known collection of artists’ books.

A free exhibition on show at the State Library of NSW.

Follow the development of the NSW colony through a selection of historical maps, plans, artworks & objects

Discover the fascinating world behind one of Sydney’s most important urban planning tools.

Learn to paint using acrylics

3,000+ handcrafted works across the gardens. Shop, wander and support local makers.

An exciting and diverse range of artworks inspired by nature in all its forms

An exhibition bringing together a new wall drawing commissioned for Passage Gallery and a monumental inflatable installation

A group show on various contenporary and emerging artists exploring the content of the natural landscape.

Material Intelligence explored across a wide range of craft and design disciplines at this lively community hub.

The MCA's 2025 Circular Quay Foyer Wall Commission

Learn to develop your drawing and painting skills with our visual arts short courses.

Eora, is a 20-minute digital film that tells the story of Sydney’s First Nations people – before and after colonisation.

'A Conversation with the Sun (Afterimage)'

Exhibition of global projects by leading architecture and design practice, Foster + Partners

contemporary sculptural ceramics

What happened when Japanese art met western steamships?

Still life installation of clay and cloth considering race, class, migration and identity.

An exhibition of paintings – a meditation on transience and the human condition

The small but meaningful things that make us happy

Dance with the Brolgas of Anna-Wili Highfield

A changing display that illuminates histories, trajectories and highlights of the MCA’s collection artworks.

A rare glimpse behind the lens of one of Australia’s most important photographers.

Artwork by Jane Alexander, Ros Lajoie and Alexandra Mills

Over 100 miniature artworks on show

Swiss Artist Oliver Wagner's exhibition, Rehearsal

An immersive exhibition of Jewish poetry

History in the heart of Haymarket: Paddy’s celebrates community and culture through visual storytelling

An annual exhibition profiling emerging Australian artists aged 35 years and under.

An exhibition spotlighting the artistry of production design in contemporary Korean cinema.

A new interactive exhibition for the whole family at the Art Gallery of NSW

Discarded jewels repurposed. Visit the exhibition and upcycle your own piece in a hands-on workshop.

Virlkuthalypila and Other Stories from Our Country

Come discover the magic of sculpture with a term workshop class at TBSSS

An exhibition focused on the dramatic events of the Japanese midget submarine attack on Sydney Harbour.

An exhibition of emotive portraiture and expressive landscape paintings.

Tim Ross casts his eye across the State Library’s archive to explore ideas of home and the Australian dream of home ownership.

The evolution of Australian military service, focusing on the personal stories of NSW service.

Step into the whimsical world of beloved author and illustrator Pamela Allen.

More than 300 original artworks of landscape and portrait paintings on permanent display at the State Library of NSW.

Discover 90 treasures that have been donated to the Anzac Memorial from its opening in 1934

Dive deep, explore the five ocean zones

Learn to paint and use watercolours with our painting short courses in Sydney

A solo presentation of significant ceramic installations by Yasmin Smith.

Renowned British artist Thomas J Price is the recipient of the inaugural Neil Balnaves Tallawoladah Lawn Commission

Vintage objects meet miniature LEGO® brick worlds in an extraordinary exhibition by LEGO® Masters winners.

A multi-disciplinary exhibition spanning printmaking, sculpture, video and graphic design.

We explore stories of wartime marriages in this museum exhibit

A beginner's floral painting workshop, part of the painting short courses in Sydney

Chinese history wasn't always straight.

Photography Exhibition

A solo exhibition of abstract paintings by Gaia Starace

A collection of new process-driven paintings.

An exhibition of vases inspired by Australian flora and fauna

Uncover epic tales and masterworks in this year-long art lecture series. Enjoy a single lecture, or the whole year!

Exhibiting 36 finalists with innovative works in ceramic, textiles, furniture, lighting, glass, jewellery and object.

A collection of works, including preparatory drawings and new textural paintings

Australian artists and designers explore the role of metal in contemporary practice and its relationship with time.

Australian artists and designers exploring metal in contemporary practice and its relationship with time.

Life drawing with professional models and a unique creative atmosphere

Learn to work with oil paints with us

Learn digital photography with us

Loti Smorgon Sculpture Terrace Commission

This exhibition is inspired by Sue Smalkowski’s travels throughout the vast Australian landscape.

For artists, art lovers, or history enthusiasts

An exhibition of new drawings & paintings by Bill Phillips: daily life in the inner west and some strange imaginings

An exhibition that looks at the world from a new angle

An exhibition exploring resilience, loss, and change

An event celebrating the publication of the first monograph of Australia’s most accomplished interwar avant-garde artist

Conducted by sculptor Richard Byrnes in a fully equipped studio.

Solo exhibition by Tom Blake presenting new de-silvered mirrors, cyanotypes, and paintings.

Learn the skills to create vibrant watercolour paintings

Australia's number 1 EV show returns to ICC Sydney

A group show of 21 printmakers

Chunky clay and bold drawings—swollen forms that pop with colour, pattern and texture.

Learn how to capture the energy of street scenes and our urban environment with us

Contemporary Australian abstract paintings and sculptures

In positioning flowers as both subject & metaphor, Druitt Preston reclaims the decorative for critical reflection.

The focus of the exhibition Gathering II is on three female artists who paint three key foods from bush and sea.

Open studio weekend showcasing local artists

Celebrating the excellence of artists, designers, and writers from the UNSW creative community.

A stationery and art dream come true! A cosy market filled with stickers, craft and cute art

OSA Tribal Art Fair Indigenous Visionaries Oceania Australia Aboriginal Polynesian Micronesia Asian Native American

Learn to draw street scenes that capture the energy of our urban environment with us

Get your creative juices flowing at the Shakey with this creative life drawing experience

Join us for these creative art and crafting workshops

Unleash your inner artist with our painting short courses in Sydney!

Dive into watercolours with this compact 5 week course

Unwind, get creative and rediscover the joy of art

Unwind after work and connect with like-minded people through the joy of drawing

Learn to master the art of interior design and styling with our comprehensive interior design short courses in Sydney!

A group exhibition of drawing, painting and sculpture

The photography features a mixture of live performances, backstage and portraits.

An exhibition of new paintings by Sydney artist Scott Owen looking into cultural attachment to the past.

Start or grow your dream business

Affordable Art Fair is a contemporary, accessible art fair held at Carriageworks with art priced up to $10,000

Learn drawing and cartooning with us

Create a fun mystery drawing of your mate or date in this oil pastel workshop!

A group show that seeks to find a moment of peace in our chaotic world

Experience beauty, drama and power

Georgina Bexon examines the 1990 theft of 13 artworks fromthe Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston

Photographic exhibition by Edmond Thommen

New work by two artist friends with diverse practices

Kick off a month of art, music & photography at Bondi Beach! Celebrate creativity & the 2025 Head On Photo Awards.

Join artist Iris Toren for an exhibition of paintings inspired by nature, in watercolours, acrylics and oils.

Artworks on paper & canvas – oil / pastel / watercolour / ink / acrylic, mixed media / printmaking + ceramic

An exhibition inspired by the rugged beauty of the Haupapa Tasman Glacier, New Zealand

Discover what makes a winning image as Head On judges reveal how they select standout photos and share their insights.

Intermediate techniques to elevate your skills, part of the painting short courses in Sydney

Meet like-minded creative professionals and unwind with a drink at our exclusive social event

A 6 day exhibition put together by the Lockhart Smith family

Exhibition of Culinary Mushroom Photos by Kate Ireland running as Part of Head On Photo Festival Open Program

An exhibition combining painting and television—two historical mediums of soft power—across two major bodies of work

Sydney’s favourite baby expo is back

Make ‘First Contact’ with the original voice of Astro Boy, Mari Shimizu, at Astro Con II!

Join curator Catherine Woolley for an intimate walkthrough of ‘Matters of Time: Contemporary Metal Practices’.

An unmissable exhibition of breathtaking, working models that blend art, play, and innovation.

A dreamlike art exhibition exploring the subconscious, stillness, and human emotions through oil and acrylic works.

Work by Kate Parker, Philippa Granwal, Pam Smith and Irene Whitton

Data Dreams: Contemporary Art in the Age of AI examines the intersections between art and artificial intelligence.

Designed for ages four and up, Mind Games: Art Alive offers more than 60 mind-bending installations

Explore how clothing reflects cultural identity, personal expression and the stories woven into our social history .

321 Exhibition Series

Monthly meet-up for classic car and bike enthusiasts

Learn to use Canva and graphic design with our digital design short course

Get to grips with photography with us

Design your own tiny house in our Sydney property investment courses!

A group exhibition celebrating 40 years of AKAVA

A body of work inspired by the profound visual and theological legacy of Polish painter Jerzy Nowosielski.

Paintings of unfolding evanescence

Discover tea culture at the 6th Sydney Tea Expo 2025—tea makers, tastings, ceremonies & cultural exchange.

Learn to write in modern pointed pen script

Learn the principles of perspective drawing with us

Learn painting skills and how to use oil paints with us

Sydney’s Favourite Wedding Expo!

Australia's Favourite and Biggest Wedding Expos

Attention artists and art lovers: the annual Glebe Art Show is back in October 2025!