We acknowledge the Ngunnawal People, the traditional custodians of the land on which we work, create, and grow. We pay our respects to the elders past, present, and emerging, for they hold the memories, the traditions, and the culture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across the nation.

Always was, always will be Aboriginal land.

Q Gallery is a local hub for creative and wellness enthusiasts alike to host, discover, connect, and inspire.

We provide local artists an affordable and exciting opportunity to exhibit their work in the heart of Ainslie, one of Canberra's most art-centric suburbs.

By fostering an environment that nurtures creativity and connection, we at Q Gallery invite everyone to be part of a dynamic community dedicated to artistic growth and cultural expression.

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Applications are open for ANIMALIA a group exhibition celebrating the animal world from Friday 8 August to Thursday 21 August 2025.

EXHIBITION GUIDELINES

All mediums welcome.

All artwork will be for sale.

Supply images of your pieces (no more than 20MB per image and up to 3 images).

Include an artist statement and description of your works, less than 500 words.

Include relevant links to your artist website and social media.

$500 People’s Choice Award.

There is no cost to apply. For selected artists there will be a $50 fee per artwork.

Entries close 5pm on Monday July 14 2025. Submit your entries here

Or, email your application to hello@q-gallery.com.au

UPCOMING EVENTS

COLLEEN FRANCES 'ETHEREAL'

Exhibition: New works which celebrate the power and beauty of colour. The artist says “In ‘Ethereal’, I have created works that celebrate the power and beauty of colour. They are paintings designed to bring joy and light to personal spaces…an antidote to the frenetic nature of the world outside our front doors.”
Artist Talk Sunday 6 July
28 JUNE – 12 JULY

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KATHRYN SCOTT 'CONNECTIONS'

Exhibition: In ‘Connections’ Kathryn Scott explores the intimate relationships between the human body and the natural environment. They share forms, colours, patterns, strangeness, and mystery. The artist aims to capture the essence, interconnections and vulnerability of the landscape and the model.
11 – 24 JULY

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JUDI POWER THOMSON: AUSTRALIAN NATIVE BIRDS IN MIXED MEDIA WORKSHOP

Local multi-award winning artist Judi Power Thomson will conduct a two-day workshop painting Australian Native Birds in mixed media.

This is an easy class catering for beginners to advanced using your own photo or one provided. Have fun painting your bird and learning to create texture with acrylic paint, watercolour, tissue paper, glue. gesso, a palette knife, stencils and sponges!

Sundays 10th and 17th August
10am to 4pm for more info and to buy tickets click here

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ELLIOTT FOX 'SAINT GREY'

Exhibition: Sculptures, paintings and prints which examine the character and personality of greyhounds and engages the audience on the topic of dog racing, using subtle messaging and symbolism to highlight the ignorance, complicity and apathy.

12 – 25 SEPTEMBER
The touring show opens at m2 in Sydney 15 August, click here for more info.

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AFTER SCHOOL CREATIVE CRASH

5 & 19 MAY
2, 16 & 30 JUNE

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CREATIVE PLAY

TUES & THURS
(Recurring)
9:30-11:30AM

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BACK TO BASICS 10 WEEK COURSE

SAT 3-5PM
24 MAY - 2 AUG

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