Category Archives: Exhibitions
Drawing: the fortifying element in any artist’s work
The importance of drawing lies in the fact that it embodies a genuine and independent way of thinking. It is the most fundamental and direct of the visual arts in […]
Continue ReadingTom Petrie’s Diaries and other Gems
Throw back Thursday! You might all enjoy some little historical tip-bits that John Kane shared in his opening speech, that he gave a last year at out Members Annual. I […]
Continue Reading129th Members Annual Opening Night and Awards
Winners from Elegant Chaos: A Celebration of Still Life
Judged by Guest Artist Frances McKennariery, Her comments listed below First Place The energy of chaos is beautifully demonstrated and held in shallow space through expert use of a high key […]
Continue ReadingAbstraction 2019 Winners
Officially opened by Marg Thomas Brisbane Branch President at 2pm on Saturday the 18th May 2019 Comments by Guest Artist & Judge Leigh Camilleri Winner #5 Helen Creed for ‘Summer Haze’ […]
Continue ReadingHappy Easter!
The year is rolling on by, it’s Easter already! The RQAS wishes everyone a very Happy Easter with lots of yummy treats and family time. Please note that Petrie Terrace […]
Continue ReadingBrisbane: Landscapes, Landmarks and Personalities
Our Brisbane Landscapes, Landmarks, and Personalities exhibition and competition opened to a packed house at Petrie Terrace Gallery last Saturday 6th April. Now in its second year, the BLLP is […]
Continue ReadingWomen’s Work: Celebrating the Female Contribution To The Arts
This year to celebrate the RQAS’s legacy of strong female artists we are holding our augural Women’s Work Exhibition and fundraiser! Dates: 27thFebruary till 17thMarch 2019 Gala Opening Event: […]
Continue ReadingThe Royal Queensland Art Society “Fellows” – a potted history
The history of the Royal Queensland Art Society “Fellows” began in the late 1960’s when grading of membership was discussed by council, however it was put on the continual backburner […]
Continue ReadingFinal Member’s Exhibition and Holiday Closing Times
Christmas time is here and at Petrie Terrace Gallery we have the perfect picture, print or painting for you. Come by the gallery until Friday 14th December to see our […]
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