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Welcome to Petrie Terrace Gallery
Home of the Royal Queensland Art Society (Brisbane Branch) Inc.
Book into all our upcoming Awards Nights, Openings, Workshops, Classes and other Events via Humanitix.
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
Winners – 2025 Salon des Refusés
Winners – 2025 Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Art Prize
Winners – RQAS 2025 Abstraction
Finalists for the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Art Prize
Winners – RQAS 135th Members Annual, A Mix of Media
Judges for the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Art Prize
Winners – RQAS 135th Members Annual, Painting and Sculpture
Winners – 2025 All Creatures and Wild Things
Winners – 2025 Harold and Agnes Richardson Drawing Prize
People’s Choice Award winner – 2025 Hidden Gems exhibition
Winners – 2024 Small Art Show
What’s On – 2025 Exhibitions
Winners – 2024 Biennial exhibitions: Queensland Figurative and Young Artist Award
Winners – 2024 Salon des Refusés
Winners – 134th RQAS Members Annual exhibition
Host Your Next Art Exhibition at Petrie Terrace Gallery!
Winners – Brisbane: Landmarks, Landscapes and Personalities 2024
Winners – Abstraction 2024
Hidden Gems 2024 – Peoples Choice Winner
What’s On – 2024 Exhibitions
The Art of Imagination 2023 – Prize Winners
Salon des Refusés 2023 – Prize Winners
Winners – Materially Designed 2023
Winners – 133rd Members Annual 2023
Brisbane: Landmarks, Landscapes and Personalities 2023 – Winners
Splash 2023 – Winners
Harold & Agnes Richardson Drawing Prize 2023 – Winners
What’s on – 2023 Exhibitions
An Artists Place – Prize Winners
Presentation Guidelines
Artist Opportunities for 2023 Exhibitions
Salon des Refusés 2022 – Prize Winners
Salon des Refusés 2022 – Finalists
Salon des Refusés 2022 – Selectors
Winners – Queensland Figurative 2022
Winners – Young Artist Award 2022
Winners – 132nd Members Annual 2022
Winners – Different Dimensions 2022
Winners – Abstraction 2022
Salon des Refuses – Petrie Terrace Gallery Award Winners
Salon des Refusés 2021 – Selections
Winners – Art of Imagination
Winners – 131st Members Annual 2021
Winners – Harold & Agnes Richardson Drawing Prize 2021
Winners – Different Dimensions 2021
Winners – Abstraction 2021
UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS 2021 and BEYOND
The Gift of Art 2020
GALLERY CLOSED THIS SUNDAY, 13TH DECEMBER DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS PREDICTED FOR BRISBANE
Salon des Refuses – Winners 2020
Young Artist Award 2020 Finalists
The Finalists of the Salon des Refuses 2020
Queensland Figurative 2020 Finalists
Winners – Abstraction 2020
Elements 2020 Online
Abstraction 2020
Online Exhibition
Remembering Ruby Eaves (1943-2019)
En Plein Air Exhibition 2019
Drawing: the fortifying element in any artist’s work
Tom Petrie’s Diaries and other Gems
Volunteer Positions Available
Winners from Elegant Chaos: A Celebration of Still Life
Brisbane City Council supports 2019 Paint Out in Roma Street Parkland
Call for Nominations for the Brisbane Branch Committee
Abstraction 2019 Winners
Happy Easter!
Brisbane: Landscapes, Landmarks and Personalities 2019
Women’s Work: Celebrating the Female Contribution To The Arts
The Royal Queensland Art Society “Fellows” – a potted history
Final Member’s Exhibition and Holiday Closing Times
The River City Shares It’s Secrets
The Young Artist Award 2018
The Harold and Agnes Richardson Drawing Prize 2018
RQAS Biennial 2018
The Queensland Figurative 2018
Modernism: Fast not Fleeting
“Cutting Both Sides of The Line”
The Verlie Just Collection
Brisbane: Landmarks, Landscapes and Personalities 2018
Chiaroscuro : Beauty in Contrast
Abstract Exhibition 2018
Christmas Art Markets
RQAS 2017 Watercolour Exhibition
RQAS 127th Member’s Annual Exhibition 2017
Prize Winners for the Agnes and Harold Richardson Drawing Award.
Winners from Diversity in Print Exhibition
The Agnes & Harold Richardson Memorial Drawing Prize-A Brief History
Royal Queensland Art Society Biennial at Petrie Terrace Gallery
State President’s Report
Members Donate Prize to New Watercolour Exhibition
EXCURSION TO THE SUPREME COURT BUILDINGS FOR A TOUR OF THE ARTWORKS THEREIN
Winners of the 125th RQAS Annual exhibition
Open Day & Art Market-July 2015
Royal Queensland Art Society “Fellows” − a potted history
125th RQAS Annual Exhibition and Artist Entry Form
Diversity in Print 2015
Peoples choice from the RQAS members show Nature Morte
Winners of the Queensland Figurative 2014
Finalists for the Queensland Figurative 2014
Winners from the RQAS Annual 2014
Entry Date to Queensland Figurative EXTENDED by popular demand to 8th September.
Entry form with T&C’s for the Queensland Figurative 2014
Exciting New Figurative Prize
Print Winners 2014
Diversity in Print
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Don`t forget to book your ticket for the November artist talk, where Contemporary artists from Papua New Guinea will be discussing their art as a part of the Paradise Palette - PNG exhibition.
This talk will be held at Petrie Terrace Gallery on Sunday, 23rd of November from 10:30am to 12:30pm. We welcome both non-members and members to attend! Afternoon tea is included in the ticket price.
Ticket Prices:
- $5 for RQAS Brisbane Members
- $15 for the Public
Make sure to book your ticket via Humanitix, as spaces are limited! https://events.humanitix.com/papua-new-guinea-artists-talk
Please note, this talk will be held in the main gallery which is wheelchair accessible.
Don`t forget to book your ticket for the November artist talk, where Contemporary artists from Papua New Guinea will be discussing their art as a part of the Paradise Palette - PNG exhibition.
This talk will be held at Petrie Terrace Gallery on Sunday, 23rd of November from 10:30am to 12:30pm. We welcome both non-members and members to attend! Afternoon tea is included in the ticket price.
Ticket Prices:
- $5 for RQAS Brisbane Members
- $15 for the Public
Make sure to book your ticket via Humanitix, as spaces are limited! https://events.humanitix.com/papua-new-guinea-artists-talk
Please note, this talk will be held in the main gallery which is wheelchair accessible.
🎨 Don’t miss your chance to see Common Concepts before it closes this Sunday, 9th of November at 3:30pm! 🗓️
Explore the ideas that connect us through thought-provoking, Cubist inspired artworks by Helen Syron — last days to experience it at Petrie Terrace Gallery! ✨🖼️
Artwork credit: All in Good Time by Helen Syron, Charcoal,Acrylic and Oil Stick on Stitched Canvas, $1200 @h_syron
🎨 Don’t miss your chance to see Common Concepts before it closes this Sunday, 9th of November at 3:30pm! 🗓️
Explore the ideas that connect us through thought-provoking, Cubist inspired artworks by Helen Syron — last days to experience it at Petrie Terrace Gallery! ✨🖼️
Artwork credit: All in Good Time by Helen Syron, Charcoal,Acrylic and Oil Stick on Stitched Canvas, $1200 @h_syron
The winner of the RQAS Salon des Refusés People`s Choice Award goes to Hannah Aiello for her artwork, Unravelled.
Congratulations to Hannah for a wonderful entry! Thank you to all of our finalists for being a part of the exhibition, and to everyone that voted in the People`s Choice!.
Artwork credit: Unravelled by Hannah Aiello, Oil on Board.
@brisbaneportraitprize
The winner of the RQAS Salon des Refusés People`s Choice Award goes to Hannah Aiello for her artwork, Unravelled.
Congratulations to Hannah for a wonderful entry! Thank you to all of our finalists for being a part of the exhibition, and to everyone that voted in the People`s Choice!.
Artwork credit: Unravelled by Hannah Aiello, Oil on Board.
@brisbaneportraitprize
Coming up next week at Petrie Terrace Gallery is the highly anticipated Paradise Palette! The exhibition showcasing the artworks of Contemporary Papua New Guinean artists will be on show from Wednesday, 12th of November to Sunday, 23rd of November.
Join us in celebrating the 10th edition of Paradise Palette, a landmark exhibition honouring 50 years of Papua New Guinea’s independence through the lens of contemporary art. Curated by PNG art specialist Don Wotton, this year’s showcase features the first public presentation of works by Mathias Kauge, John Siune, and Oscar Towa—three visionary artists shaping the region’s creative legacy, as well as new talent.
There will also be an opening event on Wednesday, 12th of November, 6pm to 8:30pm at the gallery. All are welcome to attend, please RSVP at wottond@gmail.com by Wednesday, 5th of November.
Coming up next week at Petrie Terrace Gallery is the highly anticipated Paradise Palette! The exhibition showcasing the artworks of Contemporary Papua New Guinean artists will be on show from Wednesday, 12th of November to Sunday, 23rd of November.
Join us in celebrating the 10th edition of Paradise Palette, a landmark exhibition honouring 50 years of Papua New Guinea’s independence through the lens of contemporary art. Curated by PNG art specialist Don Wotton, this year’s showcase features the first public presentation of works by Mathias Kauge, John Siune, and Oscar Towa—three visionary artists shaping the region’s creative legacy, as well as new talent.
There will also be an opening event on Wednesday, 12th of November, 6pm to 8:30pm at the gallery. All are welcome to attend, please RSVP at wottond@gmail.com by Wednesday, 5th of November.
Don`t forget to book your tickets for our next visit to the Queen`s Wharf Brisbane event centre!
At the events centre attendees are invited to see the winners and selected finalists from the Queen`s Wharf Brisbane Art Prize. This is the perfect opportunity to see some amazing art and catch up with other like minded people.
This event will be held at the Star Brisbane Event Centre at Queen`s Wharf on Friday, 7th of November, 9am-11am. Morning tea is included.
Ticket Prices:
- $5 for RQAS Brisbane Members
- $15 for the Public
Book your tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/qwbap-showcase-visit-to-queen-s-wharf-brisbane
@queenswharf_brisbane
@thestarbrisbane
Don`t forget to book your tickets for our next visit to the Queen`s Wharf Brisbane event centre!
At the events centre attendees are invited to see the winners and selected finalists from the Queen`s Wharf Brisbane Art Prize. This is the perfect opportunity to see some amazing art and catch up with other like minded people.
This event will be held at the Star Brisbane Event Centre at Queen`s Wharf on Friday, 7th of November, 9am-11am. Morning tea is included.
Ticket Prices:
- $5 for RQAS Brisbane Members
- $15 for the Public
Book your tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/qwbap-showcase-visit-to-queen-s-wharf-brisbane
@queenswharf_brisbane
@thestarbrisbane
This week from Wednesday, 5th November, the solo show Common Concepts by Helen Syron will be on show at Petrie Terrace Gallery! Come into the gallery to see Helen`s vibrant, cubist inspired paintings and have a chat to her about her practice.
To open the exhibition there will also be an opening event at the Gallery this Wednesday, 5th of November, 7pm-9pm; all are welcome to attend!
Artwork credit: Perfect Your Dismount by Helen Syron, Acrylic on stitched canvas, $10000 @h_syron
This week from Wednesday, 5th November, the solo show Common Concepts by Helen Syron will be on show at Petrie Terrace Gallery! Come into the gallery to see Helen`s vibrant, cubist inspired paintings and have a chat to her about her practice.
To open the exhibition there will also be an opening event at the Gallery this Wednesday, 5th of November, 7pm-9pm; all are welcome to attend!
Artwork credit: Perfect Your Dismount by Helen Syron, Acrylic on stitched canvas, $10000 @h_syron
Join us in November for the RQAS Members Gathering, where Contemporary artists from Papua New Guinea will be discussing their art as a part of the Paradise Palette - PNG exhibition.
This talk will be held at Petrie Terrace Gallery on Sunday, 23rd of November from 10:30am to 12:30pm. We welcome both non-members and members to attend! Afternoon tea is included in the ticket price.
Ticket Prices:
- $5 for RQAS Brisbane Members
- $15 for the Public
Make sure to book your ticket via Humanitix, as spaces are limited! https://events.humanitix.com/papua-new-guinea-artists-talk
Please note, this talk will be held in the main gallery which is wheelchair accessible.
Join us in November for the RQAS Members Gathering, where Contemporary artists from Papua New Guinea will be discussing their art as a part of the Paradise Palette - PNG exhibition.
This talk will be held at Petrie Terrace Gallery on Sunday, 23rd of November from 10:30am to 12:30pm. We welcome both non-members and members to attend! Afternoon tea is included in the ticket price.
Ticket Prices:
- $5 for RQAS Brisbane Members
- $15 for the Public
Make sure to book your ticket via Humanitix, as spaces are limited! https://events.humanitix.com/papua-new-guinea-artists-talk
Please note, this talk will be held in the main gallery which is wheelchair accessible.
This weekend is your last chance to see the finalists in the Salon des Refusés! Exhibition concludes at 3:30pm on Sunday, 2nd of November at Petrie Terrace Gallery.
This portraiture exhibition includes artworks such as Unravelled by Hannah Aiello:
"Unravelled is a self-portrait capturing the raw exhaustion I felt during the second week of caring for my three young children, sick with gastro. I deptict myself mid-unravelling - mentally, emotionally, physically - frayed yet held together by a thread of enduring love. The string embodies both the fragility and resilience of motherhood. This work gives form to the silent collapse so often hidden within the relentless, unseen labour of caregiving, especially in crisis. Despite the unravelling, there remains a quiet strength: the unwavering determination to show up, again and again.
As I reflect on my own, temporary but profoundly felt unravelling, I am deeply aware that this fleeting struggle pales in comparison to the unimaginable grief and strength of mothers elsewhere in the world, who are enduring losses no parent should ever face."
Artwork credit: Unravelled by Hannah Aiello, Oil on Board.
@brisbaneportraitprize
This weekend is your last chance to see the finalists in the Salon des Refusés! Exhibition concludes at 3:30pm on Sunday, 2nd of November at Petrie Terrace Gallery.
This portraiture exhibition includes artworks such as Unravelled by Hannah Aiello:
"Unravelled is a self-portrait capturing the raw exhaustion I felt during the second week of caring for my three young children, sick with gastro. I deptict myself mid-unravelling - mentally, emotionally, physically - frayed yet held together by a thread of enduring love. The string embodies both the fragility and resilience of motherhood. This work gives form to the silent collapse so often hidden within the relentless, unseen labour of caregiving, especially in crisis. Despite the unravelling, there remains a quiet strength: the unwavering determination to show up, again and again.
As I reflect on my own, temporary but profoundly felt unravelling, I am deeply aware that this fleeting struggle pales in comparison to the unimaginable grief and strength of mothers elsewhere in the world, who are enduring losses no parent should ever face."
Artwork credit: Unravelled by Hannah Aiello, Oil on Board.
@brisbaneportraitprize
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