Brisbane Art Galleries

Displaying the finest works from the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) Art Museum, this modern art gallery has a reputation for presenting thought-provoking exhibitions of contemporary art.

Offering visitors an insight into Brisbane's theatrical history, the Tony Gould Gallery provides entertaining exhibitions aiming to educate and excite visitors about performing arts.

The Museum collects and preserves a fascinating collection of items including costumes, set and costume designs, programs, photographs, recordings, scrapbooks and unique artifacts.

Queensland's premier visual arts institution, the Queensland Art Gallery presents a dynamic program of exhibitions and events, and boasts a collection of more than 12,000 artworks.

To ensure all Queenslanders have access to the Collection, the gallery organises travelling exhibitions that tour to regional and remote areas of the state.

The gallery is complemented by the recently opened Gallery of Modern Art, which specialises in art from the 20th and 21st centuries.

Fireworks Gallery specialises in sourcing contemporary works from across Australia, from established and emerging artists. Their exhibitions convey a progressive attitude towards current contemporary art practices and strive for dynamic combinations, often involving both black and white perspectives.

Featuring a wide selection of traditional artworks and exhibitions from visiting local and international artists, the Red Hill Gallery is considered to be one of Brisbane's premier art galleries.

The University of Queensland Art Museum researches, exhibits and publishes the work of significant Australian and, in particular, Queensland artists. One of the first in Australia to acquire works of art, the museum has amassed more than 2,500 works of art and is Queensland's second largest public art collection.

In addition to an ever-changing program of exhibitions, the Art Museum has regular themed displays of works from their permanent collection.

Redland Art Gallery is the Redland Shire's most vibrant cultural destination, featuring six exhibition spaces at two galleries located in Cleveland and Capalaba. The galleries specialise in presenting an innovative program of culturally diverse exhibitions that represent the identity of the Redlands.

Explore the Art Walk through the business centre of Cleveland, featuring public artworks of sculpture, mosaics and poetry.

The Capalaba Art Walk in the Capalaba Regional Park features works that reflect local history, and complement the park's current role as one of Redland Shire's major centres.

A community based initiative, the Logan Art Gallery hosts a range of exhibits from Australian artists and international talents specialising in the visual arts. The Logan Art Gallery explores the diversity of local artists, celebrating life experiences and impressions of the area.

If you've ever wanted to get creative, Hot Fusion Ceramics is a cafe style, air-conditioned studio where you can choose a piece or create a masterpiece. The studio glazes and fires your work for you, all of which is included in the price along with paints, guidance and inspiration.

If ceramics are not your thing, try a glass jewellery workshop.

Beginning in 1951 with the acquisition of fourteen paintings, the Ipswich Art Gallery collection has grown to comprise more than 2,000 creative artworks and objects of historical significance. The collection includes a diverse range of objects ranging from humble items to culturally and historically significant works by Australia's renowned artists.