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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 ReadingVolunteer Positions Available
Volunteer Gallery Assistant Positions Available – INTAKE EVERY JAN, APRIL, JULY & OCTOBER . The Royal Queensland Art Society, Brisbane Branch are looking for passionate, proactive people to join […]
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 ReadingBrisbane City Council supports 2019 Paint Out in Roma Street Parkland
The final event in the Brisbane Landscapes exhibition was the Paint Out in Roma Street Parkland and the closing event back at Petrie Terrace Gallery. This event was sponsored by […]
Continue ReadingCall for Nominations for the Brisbane Branch Committee
Make a difference in your local art scene!! We are seeking expressions of interest from people who are able to attend committee meetings monthly, support the objectives of the RQAS, […]
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 2019
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 […]
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