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Welcome to Petrie Terrace Gallery

Home of the Royal Queensland Art Society (Brisbane Branch) Inc.

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Unit 3, 162 Petrie Terrace, Brisbane, 4000 (just up from Roma St)

We are an open, vibrant society providing a community hub for all artists and art loving public. Our beautiful gallery is centrally located and easily accessed. We regularly hold new exhibitions in the gallery. Workshops and Life Drawing Classes are held regularly in the gallery and, as with most of our activities, anyone (not just members) can join in. You can privately hire:

  • our gallery spaces for private art exhibitions, classes and workshops.
  • our venue as a creative backdrop for corporate team-building sessions, concerts, fashion parades, book launches, auctions, fundraising and birthdays or baby showers.

Everyone is welcome to come along to events at the gallery which include monthly artist talks and social gatherings, exhibition openings and other events. Visit our facebook page (rqasBRIS) for more information. Please note the Gallery has limited accessibility for some of our events, please contact us via phone or email for more information.

LATEST NEWS

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Congratulations to the winners of the 135th Members Annual - Painting and Sculpture exhibition! Pictured here is the winner of Second Prize, Section 1 (Oil and Acrylic Painting), Goat Man by Charlie McGann.⁠
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This artwork was judged by Sue Smith and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ An inventive and quirky “double portrait” of a man and beast. This work has both visual and intellectual appeal, sparking the viewer’s curiosity about the artist’s choice of subjects. The handling of thick paint in quite a small work and the vigorous brushwork have verve and result in a sensuous artwork.⁠
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Sections 1 and 4 will be on show until Sunday, 22nd of June at Petrie Terrace Gallery. We will then change the exhibition over and have sections 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 on display.⁠
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Artwork credit: Goat Man by Charlie McGann, Oil on Board, $100.

Congratulations to the winners of the 135th Members Annual - Painting and Sculpture exhibition! Pictured here is the winner of Second Prize, Section 1 (Oil and Acrylic Painting), Goat Man by Charlie McGann.⁠

This artwork was judged by Sue Smith and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ An inventive and quirky “double portrait” of a man and beast. This work has both visual and intellectual appeal, sparking the viewer’s curiosity about the artist’s choice of subjects. The handling of thick paint in quite a small work and the vigorous brushwork have verve and result in a sensuous artwork.⁠

Sections 1 and 4 will be on show until Sunday, 22nd of June at Petrie Terrace Gallery. We will then change the exhibition over and have sections 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 on display.⁠

Artwork credit: Goat Man by Charlie McGann, Oil on Board, $100.
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Congratulations to the winners of the 135th Members Annual - Painting and Sculpture exhibition! Pictured here is the winner of First Prize - Section 1 (Oil and Acrylic Painting), Queensland Castles by Glen Gillard.⁠
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This artwork was judged by Sue Smith and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ From humble old weatherboard cottages to modern high rise structures, are in this work elevated to “iconic” status with the use of a gold background. The composition is creative and thoughtful with its use of a grid structure to convey multiple viewpoints and to contrast the old (including two elderly citizens as well as cottages) with the bold new city skylines. Skilful and fluent draftsmanship and brushwork, and a visually appealing command of colour, texture, light and shade also contribute to making this a compelling, “stand out” work.⁠
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Sections 1 and 4 will be on show until Sunday, 22nd of June at Petrie Terrace Gallery. We will then change the exhibition over and have sections 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 on display.⁠
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Artwork credit: Queensland Castles by Glen Gillard, Oil, $3000 @glengillard

Congratulations to the winners of the 135th Members Annual - Painting and Sculpture exhibition! Pictured here is the winner of First Prize - Section 1 (Oil and Acrylic Painting), Queensland Castles by Glen Gillard.⁠

This artwork was judged by Sue Smith and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ From humble old weatherboard cottages to modern high rise structures, are in this work elevated to “iconic” status with the use of a gold background. The composition is creative and thoughtful with its use of a grid structure to convey multiple viewpoints and to contrast the old (including two elderly citizens as well as cottages) with the bold new city skylines. Skilful and fluent draftsmanship and brushwork, and a visually appealing command of colour, texture, light and shade also contribute to making this a compelling, “stand out” work.⁠
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Sections 1 and 4 will be on show until Sunday, 22nd of June at Petrie Terrace Gallery. We will then change the exhibition over and have sections 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 on display.⁠

Artwork credit: Queensland Castles by Glen Gillard, Oil, $3000 @glengillard
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Time is running out! There are only 3 weeks left to submit your entries into the RQAS Abstraction exhibition.⁠
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Artwork may range from art which includes recognisable forms as well as more expressive styles and pure abstraction, or the entrant may be inspired by art movements such as Fauvism, Dadaism or Cubism.⁠
Entries are also open to sculpture and 3D artworks!⁠
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Entry form due date: Wednesday, 25th of June, 3:30pm⁠
Entry fees:⁠
- RQAS Brisbane members: $30⁠
- Non-members: $50⁠
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For more information and to enter visit rqas.com.au

Time is running out! There are only 3 weeks left to submit your entries into the RQAS Abstraction exhibition.⁠

Artwork may range from art which includes recognisable forms as well as more expressive styles and pure abstraction, or the entrant may be inspired by art movements such as Fauvism, Dadaism or Cubism.⁠
Entries are also open to sculpture and 3D artworks!⁠

Entry form due date: Wednesday, 25th of June, 3:30pm⁠
Entry fees:⁠
- RQAS Brisbane members: $30⁠
- Non-members: $50⁠

For more information and to enter visit rqas.com.au
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Don't forget to buy your workshop tickets! Spaces are filling up fast for Come or Go? - Still life oil painting workshop.⁠
Learn more about fast alla prima oil painting, as well as composition and choosing your colour scheme with Dr Katia Strounina, an award-winning Brisbane artist and member of the RQAS Brisbane Branch.⁠
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When: Saturday, 14th of June, 10am - 2:30pm⁠
Ticket price:⁠
- RQAS Brisbane member: $100⁠
- Non-member: $120⁠
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This course is suitable for people who are beginners to intermediate - attendees who have some experience, but are looking to improve their skills further. Tickets can be purchased via the link below:⁠
https://events.humanitix.com/come-or-go-still-life-oil-painting-workshop-with-dr-katia-strounina ⁠
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**Please Note** This workshop will be held in the upstairs studio gallery which is only accessible via a flight of stairs.⁠
@katia_strounina_art⁠

Don`t forget to buy your workshop tickets! Spaces are filling up fast for Come or Go? - Still life oil painting workshop.⁠
Learn more about fast alla prima oil painting, as well as composition and choosing your colour scheme with Dr Katia Strounina, an award-winning Brisbane artist and member of the RQAS Brisbane Branch.⁠

When: Saturday, 14th of June, 10am - 2:30pm⁠
Ticket price:⁠
- RQAS Brisbane member: $100⁠
- Non-member: $120⁠

This course is suitable for people who are beginners to intermediate - attendees who have some experience, but are looking to improve their skills further. Tickets can be purchased via the link below:⁠
https://events.humanitix.com/come-or-go-still-life-oil-painting-workshop-with-dr-katia-strounina ⁠

**Please Note** This workshop will be held in the upstairs studio gallery which is only accessible via a flight of stairs.⁠
@katia_strounina_art⁠
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Opening this week at Petrie Terrace Gallery is the RQAS Members Annual - Painting and Sculpture exhibition.⁠
Section 1 (Acrylic and Oil paintings) and section 4 (sculpture) will be on show from Thursday, 5th of June until Sunday, 22nd of June. ⁠
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There's still time to buy your tickets for the Annual Awards Night for section 1 and 4, which is being held on Thursday, 5th of June at 7pm.⁠
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Ticket prices:⁠
- RQAS Brisbane Members are $5⁠
- Non-members are $15⁠
Tickets can be purchased via our website, we look forward to seeing you there!⁠
https://rqas.com.au/event/135th-members-annual-2025/ ⁠
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Artwork credit: Golden Bunya Cone Third Edition by Nathaniel Kemp, Ceramic, $700 @n.k.alan⁠

Opening this week at Petrie Terrace Gallery is the RQAS Members Annual - Painting and Sculpture exhibition.⁠
Section 1 (Acrylic and Oil paintings) and section 4 (sculpture) will be on show from Thursday, 5th of June until Sunday, 22nd of June. ⁠

There`s still time to buy your tickets for the Annual Awards Night for section 1 and 4, which is being held on Thursday, 5th of June at 7pm.⁠

Ticket prices:⁠
- RQAS Brisbane Members are $5⁠
- Non-members are $15⁠
Tickets can be purchased via our website, we look forward to seeing you there!⁠
https://rqas.com.au/event/135th-members-annual-2025/ ⁠

Artwork credit: Golden Bunya Cone Third Edition by Nathaniel Kemp, Ceramic, $700 @n.k.alan⁠
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Coming up next week: 135th RQAS Members Annual - Painting and Sculpture exhibition!⁠
From Thursday, 5th of June until Sunday, 22nd of June, section 1 (Acrylic and Oil paintings) and section 4 (sculpture) will be on show at Petrie Terrace Gallery.⁠
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Don't forget to buy your tickets for Thursday, 5th of June at 7pm, when we will be hosting the Awards Night for sections 1 and 4.⁠
Tickets:⁠
- RQAS Brisbane Members: $5⁠
- Non-members: $15⁠
Tickets can be purchased via our website, we look forward to seeing you there!⁠
https://rqas.com.au/event/135th-members-annual-2025/

Coming up next week: 135th RQAS Members Annual - Painting and Sculpture exhibition!⁠
From Thursday, 5th of June until Sunday, 22nd of June, section 1 (Acrylic and Oil paintings) and section 4 (sculpture) will be on show at Petrie Terrace Gallery.⁠

Don`t forget to buy your tickets for Thursday, 5th of June at 7pm, when we will be hosting the Awards Night for sections 1 and 4.⁠
Tickets:⁠
- RQAS Brisbane Members: $5⁠
- Non-members: $15⁠
Tickets can be purchased via our website, we look forward to seeing you there!⁠
https://rqas.com.au/event/135th-members-annual-2025/
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The Count down is on, there are less than 2 months left to submit your entries into the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Art Prize!⁠
Artists are asked to submit an artwork that demonstrates what makes Brisbane and its surrounding attractions unique. Artworks will be accompanied by a statement telling us how their artwork tells the story of Greater Brisbane and how they connect to place through their art. ⁠
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Entry form due date: Saturday, 5th July at 3:30pm⁠
Entry fees: $50 per artwork⁠
Prize Pool of $30,000!⁠
⁠Open to all Queensland Artists.⁠
For further information about the QWBAP, the terms and conditions, and to enter online, visit: www.rqas.com.au/event/qwbap-2025⁠
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Artwork credit: Under Construction by Alexandra Matthews, winner of First Prize in the 2023 BLLP exhibition.⁠
@queenswharf_brisbane⁠
@thestarbrisbane⁠
@alexandramatthewsartist

The Count down is on, there are less than 2 months left to submit your entries into the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Art Prize!⁠
Artists are asked to submit an artwork that demonstrates what makes Brisbane and its surrounding attractions unique. Artworks will be accompanied by a statement telling us how their artwork tells the story of Greater Brisbane and how they connect to place through their art. ⁠

Entry form due date: Saturday, 5th July at 3:30pm⁠
Entry fees: $50 per artwork⁠
Prize Pool of $30,000!⁠
⁠Open to all Queensland Artists.⁠
For further information about the QWBAP, the terms and conditions, and to enter online, visit: www.rqas.com.au/event/qwbap-2025⁠

Artwork credit: Under Construction by Alexandra Matthews, winner of First Prize in the 2023 BLLP exhibition.⁠
@queenswharf_brisbane⁠
@thestarbrisbane⁠
@alexandramatthewsartist
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