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 State collection of artworks |
Perth Cultural Centre Perth, WA 6000 Australia +61 8 9492 6600 http://www.artgallery.wa.gov.au |
Located just seconds from the Perth central train station, the Western Australian Art Galley houses a mix of indigenous, historical and contemporary works of art. The Gallery features a number of permanent and rotating displays, and regularly hosts travelling and special exhibitions. The gift shop, located in the foyer of the Gallery, carries a range of art books, reproductions and gift items. Admission: Free. Special exhibitions may have an admission fee. Free guided tours are also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Aboriginal art gallery and emporium |
32 King Street Perth, WA 6000 Australia +61 (0)8 9322 3398 http://www.creativenative.com.au |
Creative Native is Western Australia's largest Aboriginal art gallery and emporium. It offers a superb range of art and artifacts, boomerangs, souvenirs, clothing, pottery, jewelry, carved emu eggs and much more. The upstairs art gallery displays original works by some of Australia's leading Aboriginal artists, each piece with a certificate of authenticity. Aboriginal designs feature on a wide range of items including T-shirts, fabric, ties, scarves, umbrellas, bags, kimonos and jewelry. Didgeridoos from AUD150. Hand painted frames start at AUD35 and wall hangings begin at AUD25. Additional Branch: 65 High Street, Fremantle. Admission: Free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Local contemporary craft |
357-365 Murray Street Perth, WA 6000 Australia +61 (0)8 9226 2799 http://www.craftwest.com.au |
FORM is located in the Kings Street Arts Centre. Comprising a gallery and retail outlet, the centre specializes in contemporary craft created by some of the leading craftspeople in Western Australia. It offers a wide range of reasonably priced and beautifully crafted gifts and souvenirs suitable for all ages. The selection of crafts includes ceramics, glass, jewellery, textiles and fibre pieces, metal craft, woodwork, cards and paper. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gallery and picture framing |
34 High Street Perth, WA 6160 Australia +61 0 8 9430 5533 / +61 0 412 222 949 |
The friendly staff at Finishing Touch offers professional and creative framing advice. The store also boasts a good range of competitively priced picture frames. Services include laminating, block mounting, quality color processing, as well as black and white, sepia and slide developing. Finishing Touch sell mirrors, a selection of fine art, an extensive range of prints and original works by local artists. Delivery and installation at competitive corporate rates can be arranged. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Feeding body and soul |
1 Finnerty Street Perth, WA 6959 Australia +61 (0)8 9432 9555 http://www.fac.org.au |
In these imposing limestone buildings visitors will find contemporary art exhibitions, Fremantle's local history museum, superb crafts, a tempting bookshop, shaded lawns and a sunny courtyard cafe. Originally built as a lunatic asylum in the 1860s it is now listed by the National Trust. The centre hosts popular Sunday afternoon concerts, art courses and festival performances in its spacious grounds. The cafe offers indoor seating (with warm fires in winter) and a delightful garden courtyard. The blackboard menu always includes a vegetarian option. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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East meets west |
94 Stirling Highway North Fremantle Perth, WA 6159 Australia +61 (0)8 9336 6231 http://www.galleryeast.com.au |
Gallery East exhibits a range of traditional and contemporary Asian and Western art in a number of mediums. This one-of-a-kind gallery presents unique pieces by prominent as well as lesser-known artists. The gallery space relies on a minimal design concept that proves particularly affective as a viewing space. A courtyard area, attached to the gallery space, contributes nicely to the creative ambiance. Prices for art pieces vary from exhibit to exhibit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Aboriginal art and craft |
71 Barrack Street Perth, WA 6000 Australia +61 (0)8 9325 1190 http://www.aussie.com.au/profi... |
The only Aboriginal owned and operated gallery in Perth, Ganada offers a great range of indigenous arts and crafts at reasonable prices. The selection includes work by various artists, including didjeridoos, carved emu eggs, boab nuts, jewellery, music, boomerangs, garments, books and designer items.Visitors are guaranteed friendly and informative service, as well as a unique shopping experience. An overseas and phone order service is available. Ganada also boasts a sister store in Broome (a fantastic holiday destination in the state's north-west). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Quaint streetscape and more |
George Street Fremantle Perth, WA 6158 Australia +61 8 9431 7878 (Tourist Information) |
This area combines heritage, arts and cafes. George Street provides a wonderful place to enjoy a delicious breakfast before wandering through the galleries, antique shops and surrounding streets. The precinct boasts a charming streetscape lined with terraced houses in the free classical style. The George Street area emerged in the early 1900s and reflects a variety of styles from that period. Do not miss zany Hubble Street or a visit to the arts and crafts centre in the Old Royal George Hotel. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Aboriginal and modern painting |
37 King Street Perth, WA 6000 Australia +61 (0)8 9321 2369 http://www.greenhillgalleries.... |
The Greenhill Gallery offers a sparse and unadorned space to view art. Content to let the works speak for themselves, it appears to be a gamble that pays off. The gallery consists of two levels with wooden floorboards, and a subtle low-lit basement level. A range of prominent contemporary artists feature at Greenhill. The work tends to reflect the traditional end of contemporary, but selected exhibitors always shine here. Greenhill also regularly exhibits the work of emerging artists.The gallery welcomes browsing. Those in the market for art, expect prices ranging from AUD600 upwards. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Locally made pottery |
22 Meadow Street Guildford Perth, WA 6055 Australia +61 (0)8 9279 9859 |
Founded in 1981, this small gallery offers potters the space to create ceramic works as well as the opportunity to gain experience in the operation of a commercial business. The gallery houses an ever changing display of both functional and non-functional work, much of which is crafted on-site. This highly regarded gallery boasts the work of many renowned artists. Information on the sites and activities in the Guildford, Midland and Swan Valley region can be obtained here--the gallery doubles as a tourist information centre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Bar and Art Gallery for the High Society |
76 King St Perth, WA 6000 Australia +61 8 9322 1088 |
Toss away your blue jeans and grab your latest designer outfit if you plan on heading to the Hudson Gallery. This stylish and unique mixed-use space, part bar, part art gallery is the place to see and be seen by Perth's high society and fashionistas. Sip on the great cocktails and enjoy the funky music and always changing art exhibitions. Service may be slow by the attractive staff, but the drinks are top-notch. Take into mind that Friday nights are often the most crowded, with standing room only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Leading Aboriginal fine art gallery |
47 High Street Perth, WA 6160 Australia +61 (0)8 9335 8265 http://www.japingka.com.au |
Japingka Gallery specializes in paintings, limited edition prints and exhibitions of the works of major and promising artists. Regular exhibitions adorn the walls of this two-storey gallery with an array of eclectic pieces. The Sand, Spinifex and Salt was the largest exhibition ever mounted by Japingka. It featured the artwork of six renowned artists, including Walala Tjapaltjarra who wandered out of the desert in 1984 with eight other family members. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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John Curtin Gallery |
Curtin University of Technology Bentley Perth, WA 6102 Australia +61 (0)8 9226 4155 http://www.johncurtingallery.c... |
The John Curtin Gallery is a tribute to its namesake Australian wartime prime minister. As part of Curtin University, this gallery was created to encourage and support emerging artists as well as facilitate interest in the visual arts. This dynamic gallery offers a changing exhibition of mainly modern works and installations by staff, students, touring exhibitions and well known artists. An important influence on the gallery programming is an engagement with both the excitement and uncertainty produced by the multicultural and cross-cultural dynamics of Australia. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Wine, food and art in bush land |
85 Bisdee Road Millendon Perth, WA 6056 Australia +61 8 9296 4485 http://www.lamonts.com.au/ |
The Lamont family established this winery in 1978. Each year approximately 6,000 cases of wine are produced. Almost all of this wine is sold at the cellar door or within the winery restaurant and the Lamont Perth city outlet. The winery restaurant features an alfresco dining area in a delightful bushland setting. Particularly popular on the weekends for food and wine tasting. The on-site gallery showcases the work of local artists and craftspeople. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Aboriginal cultural centre |
8991 West Swan Road Henley Brook Perth, WA 6055 Australia +61 (0)8 9296 0704 |
Maalia Mia, an Aboriginal cultural centre, art gallery and gift shop showcases traditional and contemporary works of art, gifts and collectables. There is an excellent range of paintings, hand-painted ceramics, souvenirs, artifacts, emu eggs, music and videos. In addition, you will find authentic returning boomerangs and didgeridoos. Didgeridoo and boomerang lessons are also available. All items are created by Indigenous Australians. Enjoy afternoon tea in the picturesque picnic gardens attached to the centre. Well worth the trip. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Medieval emporium |
7 High Street Perth, WA 6160 Australia +61 8 9430 4460 / +1 800 68 4460 (Toll Free) http://www.swords.net |
Visitors only need to wander around or read the guest book to know this place is extraordinary. To truly experience the wonders on offer at Millenium, spend time with one of the sales assistants who will explain the origins and history of every piece. Even the ceiling has a history, while the dining suite in the main room is handcrafted with each chair featuring a different back. This emporium houses medieval swords, axes, furniture, ornaments, candelabras, helmets, paintings, tableware and Japanese swords. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mundaring Arts Centre |
7190 Great Eastern Highway Mundaring Perth, WA 6073 Australia +61 (0)8 9295 3991 |
Situated in the middle of the Mundaring town site, this arts centre operates out of an old post office building. The centre specializes in local arts and crafts, and promotes the work of artists from the hills region. Exhibitions change regularly throughout the year. The centre also conducts various art and crafts classes, sometimes taught by the exhibiting artist. A small gift shop at the front of the centre sells the work of exhibiting artists as well as work by local craftspeople. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Venue for new and experimental art |
Perth Cultural Centre 51 James Street Perth, WA 6003 Australia +61 (0)8 9227 6144 http://www.pica.org.au/ |
The Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts (PICA) features year-round exhibitions, performing arts programs, workshops, symposiums and artist-in-residence programs. PICA, a non-profit arts organization, promotes and encourages new talent and experimental work. Various events and exhibitions are held throughout the year, most of which tend to be a little more "edgy" than the exhibitions held at the Art Gallery of Western Australia nearby. Free admission. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Peter Kovacsy Studio |
Lot 10 Jamieson Street Pemberton Perth, WA 6260 Australia +61 (0)8 977 612 265 http://www.peterkovacsy.com |
Australian contemporary wood and glass art studio. Peter Kovacsys' artistic practice is dynamic in the use of glass and wood. His large cast glass sculptures have a minimalist aesthetic and are made using techniques pioneered by artists in the Czech Republic. Peter draws inspiration for his work from Australian landscape and the natural forest surrounding his studio in Pemberton, Western Australia. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Visual expressions in sparse space |
51-53 James Street Northbridge Perth, WA 6000 Australia +61 (0)8 9227 6620 http://www.thephotographygalle... |
The Photography Gallery features new exhibitions by both artists and photographers. The gallery is not well known but the work on display always provides an engaging experience. Catalogs for current exhibitions are available from the office for AUD8. Exhibit example--Julie Millowick's "Paraphernalia", a journey through the public and private lives of women. Her work interwove text and images by employing the photogram. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Where history becomes art |
57 High Street Perth, WA 6160 Australia +61 8 9430 6447 |
Visit this gallery in the west-end of Fremantle, an area renowned for Edwardian architecture. The Staircase Gallery boasts a reputation as a premier gallery for fine art and fine woodcraft. A magnificent sculptural staircase created by the Battersea Studio leads to the second floor. The staircase, crafted from recycled materials and large Sheoaks, features steps made from the boilerplate of the old whaling station at Carnarvon (a town north of Perth). The gallery specialises in exquisitely carved Jarrah, a durable hardwood unique to Western Australia. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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