Big Dog Studio houses glass artist Sheryl Glassmith (a surprisingly apt surname) since 1994 and out…read morethe back is the Coromandel Valley Pottery Club for anyone wanting to join and learn the art of making pottery. The building is an old church and located in delightful Coromandel Valley which incidentally is turning 175 years old this year with celebrations galore erupting from January to November 2012. The main entrance is filled with glass sculptures, vases, plates, coasters, etc she also makes some really interesting glass landscapes which can be hung up on the wall just as a painting. The artist also gets commissioned to make glass splashbacks and other unique requests. All of the works are produced on site and baked in the glass kiln. Her works are also on display and for sale in the Urban Cow Studio, Pepperstreet Gallery and T'Arts. There is a display case with jewellery from another artist and also a couple of clay sculptures one of a fish and the other of an adorable Scottish Terrier fast asleep, I may just go back and get him, he'll be cheap to feed, doesn't need toilet training and won't run away.

Hill Smith is an up market commercial gallery located on in the middle of Pirie St in the city…read more It is housed within a beautiful red two story building with large windows at the front and a charismatic black umbrella dome covering the entryway. There are exhibitions more or less monthly, as well as a number of works held in their stockroom which can be accessed on request. Hill Smith represents a number of the better known local and interstate artists, including David Bromley, Robert Hannaford and Nick Harding. Presently on show is the work of Stephen Trebilcock (Main gallery), Janine Mackintosh and Peter Syndicas (First Floor Gallery). I really love Janine's work which consist of something representing Mandalas constructed from various found natural and man made objects. Her work with eucalyptus leaves has an especially appealing aesthetic, the leaves being beautifully preserved and meticulously stitched with linen thread to the canvass. The juxtaposition of rusted man made objects with preserved natural elements also gives the work a musical quality. Syndicas work, exhibited also on the First floor, consisting of sticks cast in iron and bronze, also follows this natural aesthetic but is, in my opinion, less appealing and although certainly difficult to accomplish, less creative. Trebilcock's work, presented in the Main Gallery consists of a series of beautifully painted still lives, vibrant in colour and texture. The few exteriors presented in the body of work appear slightly illustrative and artificial due to an oversaturation of colour which is more suited to the still lives. This detracts slightly from the overall effect. Of particular appeal were the two triptychs, "Australian Selection" and "Oranges and Grapes."

A great range of original artworks, prints, glass, sculpture and jewellery. They also do picture…read moreframing!

Art Images Gallery is situated on the lower end of The Parade, close to the city. In addition to…read morefunctioning as a gallery, Art Images also provides framing and hanging services, as well as art rental and consultancy. Currently on show at Art Images Gallery until Christmas is an epic group show of almost 50 artists of varying styles, backgrounds and competencies. A mixture of painting, sculpture and object based work is on show, nothing outstanding though. I did quite like the paper cut work by Linda Marek which although cute, was well executed and interesting. JoJo Spook also had some interesting abstracted figurative sculptural work constructed from a variety of objects, including something which resembled a baking rack and other kitchen utensils. The works had a primitive tribal feel, and were and interesting application of the mundane media used to implement the work. There were several pieces which were at best kitsch and at worst woefull, although I won't name names. However, the variety of work on show makes it well worth checking out.

If I was a creative I think this would be my home, studio and general hang out all in one…read more This warehouse/office space is a perfect example of the potential for Adelaide to utilise its empty buildings for multiple purposes that involves the whole community. So far I have visited over 4 of the local businesses and arts studios in here from Naomi Murrell (jeweller) to Fascination Street (production company), The Analouge Room (photo lab) and Life Drawing Classes. The diversity of creativity all the one space must be so inspiring to work with, while you're are also able to call a particular part of the building home with your own "office space." Exhibitions are held here all of the time and normally you can catch more than one on at the same time. The Mill also sometimes hosts joint events with Point A (a freerunning, PT, parkour studio next door) and you can get all street savvy out in their car park with live DJ's demos, walk through of the gallery etc. Each time I have been to something here the crowds have been huge and very eclectic (far too much cooler than I) so it is nice to be exposed to a different community of people. Soon they will also be hosting Mill Markets on Sundays for all local artists to come and sell their wares. If you are ever looking for alternative, and very reasonably priced art classes (from photography through to life drawing and more) in the city, this is the place to visit. Or if you prefer to watch rather than participate, sign up to their mailing list or FB page and keep up to date with their regular events.

The Mill is a non-for-profit arts space, designed to allow local artists from all disciplines to…read moreconnect and collaborate with other artists, industries and audiences. It was co-founder by two friends with the aim of creating a centre hub to keep and nurture local artists within Adelaide. To achieve this by building connections with other arts facilitates and developing the space at the mill. The Mill houses artists of all disciplines including: visual artists, designers, writers, architects, filmmakers, photographers, dancers, theatre-makers and performers. It has many facilitates e.g. artist studios, gallery space, dance/ workshop space and office space. I came here as part of the Yelp's SALA walking tour and The Mill is part of the SALA festival showcase SA living artists. When I first walked in they were having an exhibition of artwork for a group of artists. I didn't understand what the art was about. They showcase a bunch of rocks what was nicely place on a table and was half covered in bright yellow print. Then I saw a few printing where they place strings connected from the print board to the celling and the floor, again didn't understand what that mean. Overall the Mill is a great place for local artists from all disciplines to come together and create something that has no real meaning to me.

Artroom 5 is an underrated little home-gallery out in Henley. Perhaps the location has a little to…read moredo with the lack of people talking about Artroom 5 - I admit there has been quite a few shows I've intended to go to but bailed on due to the 25 minute bike ride from my house. This gallery is a large room of curator Vivonne Thwaite's home near the beach. Once every two months the house hosts two to four artists, some of whom tailor their work to the specific nature of a domestic home. The artists are often paired in perceptive ways - making links between different artists who work in similar contexts. A few shows have used other rooms of the house - Romi Graham did one of her trademark Britney Spears re-enactments in the bathroom. The programming is quite consistent - featuring emerging to mid-career artists, most of whom reside in or have some relationship with Adelaide. Sales aren't really a focus - more creating an intimate setting in which to interact with the work.

Black Diamond Gallery is an excellent venue. It provides a place for exhibitions by artists from…read moreclasses of the Port Community Arts Centre (PCAC) and other artists. It is located at the north end of the Port Adeliade Visitor Information Centre. #BlackDiamondGallery #PortCommunityArtsCentre