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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.

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks from section 1 (18-30yrs), When I Was Young by Tahlia Pearce.⁠
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This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"Celebrating - the artist’s skill in observation from life:⁠
This artist celebrates the art of still life. From picking special objects and setting the scene, to bringing different textures to life. ⁠
I especially love the contrast between the soft, fuzzy bears and the solid heaviness of the stone; it shows how deeply the artist truly looked at their subject."⁠
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The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
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Artwork credit: When I Was Young by Tahlia Pearce, Acrylic, NFS @tahliapearce.art⁠
@annetteraff

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks from section 1 (18-30yrs), When I Was Young by Tahlia Pearce.⁠ ⁠ This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠ "Celebrating - the artist’s skill in observation from life:⁠ This artist celebrates the art of still life. From picking special objects and setting the scene, to bringing different textures to life. ⁠ I especially love the contrast between the soft, fuzzy bears and the solid heaviness of the stone; it shows how deeply the artist truly looked at their subject."⁠ ⁠ The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People's Choice Award!⁠ ⁠ Artwork credit: When I Was Young by Tahlia Pearce, Acrylic, NFS @tahliapearce.art⁠ @annetteraff

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks from section 1 (18-30yrs), When I Was Young by Tahlia Pearce.⁠
⁠
This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"Celebrating - the artist’s skill in observation from life:⁠
This artist celebrates the art of still life. From picking special objects and setting the scene, to bringing different textures to life. ⁠
I especially love the contrast between the soft, fuzzy bears and the solid heaviness of the stone; it shows how deeply the artist truly looked at their subject."⁠
⁠
The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: When I Was Young by Tahlia Pearce, Acrylic, NFS @tahliapearce.art⁠
@annetteraff ...

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Entries are now open for the 136th Royal Queensland Art Society’s Members Annual Art Exhibition!⁠
RQAS Brisbane Members are invited to enter across 7 sections: Painting (Acrylic & Oil); Painting (Watercolour); Photography, Digital Painting, & Digital Manipulation; Sculpture, 3D (all media); Drawing (all media); 2D Artworks (any other media); and Pastels!⁠
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📅 Entry form due date: Wednesday, 29th of April, 3:30pm⁠
Entry fees: $30 per artwork⁠
Please be aware that you must be a current RQAS Brisbane Branch Member to enter the exhibition.⁠
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The Members Annual exhibition will be on display at Petrie Terrace Gallery from Thursday, 28th of May to Sunday, 5th of July, 2026.⁠
For entry forms and more information visit rqas.com.au

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Entries are now open for the 136th Royal Queensland Art Society’s Members Annual Art Exhibition!⁠ RQAS Brisbane Members are invited to enter across 7 sections: Painting (Acrylic & Oil); Painting (Watercolour); Photography, Digital Painting, & Digital Manipulation; Sculpture, 3D (all media); Drawing (all media); 2D Artworks (any other media); and Pastels!⁠ ⁠ 📅 Entry form due date: Wednesday, 29th of April, 3:30pm⁠ Entry fees: $30 per artwork⁠ Please be aware that you must be a current RQAS Brisbane Branch Member to enter the exhibition.⁠ ⁠ The Members Annual exhibition will be on display at Petrie Terrace Gallery from Thursday, 28th of May to Sunday, 5th of July, 2026.⁠ For entry forms and more information visit rqas.com.au

Entries are now open for the 136th Royal Queensland Art Society’s Members Annual Art Exhibition!⁠
RQAS Brisbane Members are invited to enter across 7 sections: Painting (Acrylic & Oil); Painting (Watercolour); Photography, Digital Painting, & Digital Manipulation; Sculpture, 3D (all media); Drawing (all media); 2D Artworks (any other media); and Pastels!⁠
⁠
📅 Entry form due date: Wednesday, 29th of April, 3:30pm⁠
Entry fees: $30 per artwork⁠
Please be aware that you must be a current RQAS Brisbane Branch Member to enter the exhibition.⁠
⁠
The Members Annual exhibition will be on display at Petrie Terrace Gallery from Thursday, 28th of May to Sunday, 5th of July, 2026.⁠
For entry forms and more information visit rqas.com.au ...

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks from section 1 (18-30yrs), My Poppy by Matthew Gibb.⁠
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This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠
"Celebrating – Originality:⁠
This artist displays a unique take on painting from life combining originality and playfulness and literally popped from the wall. Take a close look as it gets better the more you look at it. Bold colour choices and confident placement give it a vibrant character and charm." ⁠
⁠
The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: My Poppy by Matthew Gibb, Acrylic, NFS.⁠
@annetteraff

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks from section 1 (18-30yrs), My Poppy by Matthew Gibb.⁠ ⁠ This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ "Celebrating – Originality:⁠ This artist displays a unique take on painting from life combining originality and playfulness and literally popped from the wall. Take a close look as it gets better the more you look at it. Bold colour choices and confident placement give it a vibrant character and charm." ⁠ ⁠ The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People's Choice Award!⁠ ⁠ Artwork credit: My Poppy by Matthew Gibb, Acrylic, NFS.⁠ @annetteraff

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks from section 1 (18-30yrs), My Poppy by Matthew Gibb.⁠
⁠
This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠
"Celebrating – Originality:⁠
This artist displays a unique take on painting from life combining originality and playfulness and literally popped from the wall. Take a close look as it gets better the more you look at it. Bold colour choices and confident placement give it a vibrant character and charm." ⁠
⁠
The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: My Poppy by Matthew Gibb, Acrylic, NFS.⁠
@annetteraff ...

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks from section 1 (18-30yrs), Scarlet Glass by Alexandria Dunn.⁠
⁠
This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"Celebrating - the artist’s skill in observation from life:⁠
This piece exhibits a high level of attention to light, reflection, and shadow in a challenging still life. It successfully captures the difficult contrast between soft textures and translucent subjects through careful observation."⁠
⁠
The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: Scarlet Glass by Alexandria Dunn, Acrylic, NFS⁠ @alexandria_dunn_artworks⁠
@annetteraff

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks from section 1 (18-30yrs), Scarlet Glass by Alexandria Dunn.⁠ ⁠ This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠ "Celebrating - the artist’s skill in observation from life:⁠ This piece exhibits a high level of attention to light, reflection, and shadow in a challenging still life. It successfully captures the difficult contrast between soft textures and translucent subjects through careful observation."⁠ ⁠ The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People's Choice Award!⁠ ⁠ Artwork credit: Scarlet Glass by Alexandria Dunn, Acrylic, NFS⁠ @alexandria_dunn_artworks⁠ @annetteraff

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 RQAS Young Artist Award! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks from section 1 (18-30yrs), Scarlet Glass by Alexandria Dunn.⁠
⁠
This artwork was judged by Annette Raff and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"Celebrating - the artist’s skill in observation from life:⁠
This piece exhibits a high level of attention to light, reflection, and shadow in a challenging still life. It successfully captures the difficult contrast between soft textures and translucent subjects through careful observation."⁠
⁠
The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 29th of March at Petrie Terrace Gallery. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: Scarlet Glass by Alexandria Dunn, Acrylic, NFS⁠ @alexandria_dunn_artworks⁠
@annetteraff ...

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The wait is almost over! 🎉🎨 Join us for the opening event of the 2026 Young Artist Award tomorrow on Saturday, 7th of March, where the next generation of creative talent takes centre stage. ⁠
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The opening event includes the prize presentation where one lucky artist will receive an amazing art prize pack valued at over $200 from @staedtlerau ✨⁠
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This year we received a record breaking 92 entries into the Young Artist Award (the most entries we have ever received for this exhibition)! We thank Staedtler for their generous donations which helps the RQAS continue to recognise and support Queensland`s emerging artists. ⁠
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🥂🖌️ For more information on the opening and to book your tickets, visit: https://events.humanitix.com/rqas-young-artist-award-opening-event

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The wait is almost over! 🎉🎨 Join us for the opening event of the 2026 Young Artist Award tomorrow on Saturday, 7th of March, where the next generation of creative talent takes centre stage. ⁠ ⁠ The opening event includes the prize presentation where one lucky artist will receive an amazing art prize pack valued at over $200 from @staedtlerau ✨⁠ ⁠ This year we received a record breaking 92 entries into the Young Artist Award (the most entries we have ever received for this exhibition)! We thank Staedtler for their generous donations which helps the RQAS continue to recognise and support Queensland's emerging artists. ⁠ ⁠ 🥂🖌️ For more information on the opening and to book your tickets, visit: https://events.humanitix.com/rqas-young-artist-award-opening-event

The wait is almost over! 🎉🎨 Join us for the opening event of the 2026 Young Artist Award tomorrow on Saturday, 7th of March, where the next generation of creative talent takes centre stage. ⁠
⁠
The opening event includes the prize presentation where one lucky artist will receive an amazing art prize pack valued at over $200 from @staedtlerau ✨⁠
⁠
This year we received a record breaking 92 entries into the Young Artist Award (the most entries we have ever received for this exhibition)! We thank Staedtler for their generous donations which helps the RQAS continue to recognise and support Queensland`s emerging artists. ⁠
⁠
🥂🖌️ For more information on the opening and to book your tickets, visit: https://events.humanitix.com/rqas-young-artist-award-opening-event ...

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The 2026 Young Artist Award is now officially open and on show at Petrie Terrace Gallery! Make sure to visit the gallery to support our young people and to see some amazing artworks observed from life 🎉🎨⁠
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Don`t forget to buy your tickets for the YAA Opening this Saturday, 7th of March from 2pm!⁠
Get your tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/rqas-young-artist-award-opening-event ⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: Mired by Petrit Elshani, Oil on ACM, NFS.

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The 2026 Young Artist Award is now officially open and on show at Petrie Terrace Gallery! Make sure to visit the gallery to support our young people and to see some amazing artworks observed from life 🎉🎨⁠ ⁠ Don't forget to buy your tickets for the YAA Opening this Saturday, 7th of March from 2pm!⁠ Get your tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/rqas-young-artist-award-opening-event ⁠ ⁠ Artwork credit: Mired by Petrit Elshani, Oil on ACM, NFS.

The 2026 Young Artist Award is now officially open and on show at Petrie Terrace Gallery! Make sure to visit the gallery to support our young people and to see some amazing artworks observed from life 🎉🎨⁠
⁠
Don`t forget to buy your tickets for the YAA Opening this Saturday, 7th of March from 2pm!⁠
Get your tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/rqas-young-artist-award-opening-event ⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: Mired by Petrit Elshani, Oil on ACM, NFS. ...

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This Saturday, 7th of March from 10am, join us at Petrie Terrace Gallery for the RQAS Workshop Festival Open Day! This FREE event is an opportunity for attendees to find out more about the RQAS and the workshops we have coming up in March.⁠
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After the Workshop Festival in the afternoon, we are hosting the awards afternoon for the Young Artist Award. If you would like to hang around and be a part of this second event, tickets can be purchased via Humanitix of the RQAS website.⁠
⁠
Make sure to book your free ticket via Humanitix as space are limited! We look forward to seeing you at the Open Day!⁠
https://events.humanitix.com/host/rqas-workshop-festival-2026 ⁠
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**Please Note** The event will be held in the downstairs gallery, making it a wheelchair accessible event.

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This Saturday, 7th of March from 10am, join us at Petrie Terrace Gallery for the RQAS Workshop Festival Open Day! This FREE event is an opportunity for attendees to find out more about the RQAS and the workshops we have coming up in March.⁠ ⁠ After the Workshop Festival in the afternoon, we are hosting the awards afternoon for the Young Artist Award. If you would like to hang around and be a part of this second event, tickets can be purchased via Humanitix of the RQAS website.⁠ ⁠ Make sure to book your free ticket via Humanitix as space are limited! We look forward to seeing you at the Open Day!⁠ https://events.humanitix.com/host/rqas-workshop-festival-2026 ⁠ ⁠ **Please Note** The event will be held in the downstairs gallery, making it a wheelchair accessible event.

This Saturday, 7th of March from 10am, join us at Petrie Terrace Gallery for the RQAS Workshop Festival Open Day! This FREE event is an opportunity for attendees to find out more about the RQAS and the workshops we have coming up in March.⁠
⁠
After the Workshop Festival in the afternoon, we are hosting the awards afternoon for the Young Artist Award. If you would like to hang around and be a part of this second event, tickets can be purchased via Humanitix of the RQAS website.⁠
⁠
Make sure to book your free ticket via Humanitix as space are limited! We look forward to seeing you at the Open Day!⁠
https://events.humanitix.com/host/rqas-workshop-festival-2026 ⁠
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**Please Note** The event will be held in the downstairs gallery, making it a wheelchair accessible event. ...

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