Category Archives: RQAS News
Host Your Next Art Exhibition at Petrie Terrace Gallery!
Are you an artist looking for the perfect venue to showcase your artwork? Look no further than the Petrie Terrace Gallery, operated by the Royal Queensland Art Society (RQAS). Our […]
Continue ReadingUPCOMING EXHIBITIONS 2021 and BEYOND
We are excited to announce the following exhibitions currently planned at the Petrie Terrace Gallery for 2021 and beyond. Click on the links below to view more exhibition information, the […]
Continue ReadingGALLERY CLOSED THIS SUNDAY, 13TH DECEMBER DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS PREDICTED FOR BRISBANE
Unfortunately Petrie Terrace Gallery will be closed this Sunday, 13th December due to severe storm warnings predicted for South East Qld this weekend. We apologise for any inconvenience …stay safe…stay […]
Continue ReadingDrawing: 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 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 […]
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: […]
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