The Box (a.k.a former space of Box Vintage) is part art gallery, part live music venue (there's a…read morestage out the back), part blank canvas to make it whatever your heart desires. My first introduction to The Box came in the form of a Sourdough workshop where in the beautifully lit front room, with a Baby Grand Piano overlooking us, we learnt the easiest way to make Sourdough. This is a space in West End that has limitless potential. It is in a easy to get to location (I mean, there's a bus stop at the front door - hello door to door service!).

Just held a small photo exhibit here and the space was perfect. It's a great community venue with a…read moregallery space and stage out the back. The staff were really helpful and friendly which made the whole experience really easy and fun. Love THE BOX!

I never realised Philip Bacon Galleries is one of the posh commercial galleries in Brisbane. I use…read moreto just wander through in my naive, student days because it was a modern air-conditioned building, it had gorgeous art work and the staff liked to talk about their collection a lot in clipped voices with lots of hand gestures. It was just as well I was so naive otherwise I would have been intimidated and then I would never have seen the paintings of Margaret Olley, Garry Shead and Arthur Boyd (Oh what would I give to own a Garry Shead painting!) If you're an art lover too, then this gallery is definitely worth checking out. Don't worry if you can't afford to buy anything. I've always visited commercial galleries as I would public galleries even though I have no intention of buying, but simply because art exists to be admired.

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They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder, which is a lot like artwork as well. What you love…read moreto hang on your walls others may loathe, but first you have to find something you fancy and with a variety of art galleries around the River City, where do you start? One of my favourites is the Robyn Bauer Studio Gallery & Sculpture Gardens in Paddington. What I like best is the eclectic and colourful range of work Robyn always has in the gallery but best of all, it's more affordable than most. I just checked out some great sculptures - going back for one! - priced around $120 and they look fabulous. That's a small price to pay for handcrafted work sold in any gallery, and you'll also find a top range of unique paintings and other artifacts too. Little known about this gallery are the Sculpture Gardens that sit behind a fence and contain a variety of inspired works from statues to garden arrangements, and visiting it is by appointment only. It's well worth a look to see how Robyn has decorated the area and it might give you a few ideas as well for transforming your own backyard into a work of art.

I headed to Jan Murphy Gallery for a "drinks with the artist" evening on a Thursday night. The…read moregallery is open late on a Thursday and if they've got a new exhibition in, they sometimes host an evening similar to this. People are invited to come to the gallery between 5pm and 7pm and to enjoy the works over a drink and to have a chat to the artist. The laid back event was extremely accessible. I walked in and was greeted by a friendly staff member and the smiling faces of around 15 people. I was offered a drink (which I of course accepted) and walked around, taking in the wonderful artwork that surrounded me. The artwork was beautiful. The oil paintings were a mix of still life and landscapes and were exhibited with a great amount of skill. I chatted to the artist, the gallery manager and a couple of other people for the 45 minutes I was there. Having the chance to talk to the painter about his works gave the pieces much more dimension and I was impressed with his process. As I walked around, I brainstormed event ideas, as I know it can be used for private hire if the concept it right. The gallery itself is a beautiful space. It's small, but it's white walls and high ceilings gave me a feeling of being close to the art, something that is often lost in larger galleries.

It's not easy being an art gallery in Brisbane. We unfortunately don't seem to buy enough art…read morewhich is a real shame as there are some amazing local artists here. What that translates to is a fairly transient gallery scene. It takes a real gem to survive for any substantial amount of time - and one of those gems is Jan Murphy. Her gallery has been in it's Brunswick St location since the early / mid 90's and it has survived due to its clever exhibition mix of cutting edge, cool and classic. No matter what's on show there's always something beautiful, something kooky and something thought provoking - so essentially something for everyone.

Not sure where we went was it. Multiple safety mechanisms, dangerous roads nearby, and it's in an…read moreapartment complex.

I recently exhibited at Aspire Gallery and couldn't be happier. The gallery owners are amazingly…read morehelpful with all aspects of exhibiting, they are truly beautiful! Knowledgeable about art, exhibiting, trends, what to focus on and a huge array of contacts, I highly recommend you to have your own exhibition there, or just pop in and visit the gallery and shop. There is so much to see! Thank you Aspire Gallery!!

Upon hearing the sad news that both Nine Lives and Neo gallery…read moreare set to close their doors, it seems that small galleries like Red Sea are left holding the fort. It's central location makes finding this quaint gallery a breeze and if the collections are anything to go buy, these guys are here for the long haul. What I always found great about these guys is the fact they represent such a diverse range of Asian and international artists. With great artworks from the likes of Katrina Read, Gnana, Bevil, Nellie Crawford and more, Patrons here are really spoiled for choice. If you are a business I highly recommend checking this place out, the rooms are clean modern and provide a perfect backdrop for your next function or opening. With its generous trading hours and easy location, This gallery is a worthwhile stop when Valleyside.

I was delighted when I found Red Sea Gallery's collection of Vietnamese art nestled amongst the…read morecommercial galleries of New Farm. I wish I could afford some of their pieces but it's just as important to be an admirer of art as a patron (or so I tell myself). Unfortunately, on my last visit most of the Vietnamese art were replaced with Australian artists. Their works were still modern, surreal and whimsical but I missed the Asian influence of this gallery. The curator explained that there just wasn't enough market to sustain the Asian artists in Brisbane and it was a case of meeting the market or closing shop. Fair enough, I suppose. This gallery is still one to check out for collectors and art lovers alike. It has a fresher feel than either Jan Murphy or Philip Bacon, with some of the artworks exuding a whimsical, illustrative feel. This gallery is also for hire for corporate events and parties. I'm yet to work at an office where the boss books a gallery space for a Christmas party. I still live in hope that it will happen soon.

This masterfully renovated warehouse on Church Street in Fortitude Valley has a striking street…read morepresence with an epic red door that looks as if it should take you to Narnia, or somewhere else equally fantastical. If you are imaginative or creative enough this gallery and exhibition space can be whatever you want it to be. Having been to several very well executed exhibitions here since its establishment I can say that although I personally do not have the need to showcase any work If i ever did there would be nowhere else I would consider. With full kitchen facilities and catering options available and professional hosting, White Canvas is a wonderful space that can be utilised for anything from private functions, to fashion shows and of course art showings. Being so popular this space is almost constantly booked with fantastic displays of art as diverse as they come, so if you are interested in utilising this venue as your white canvas for whatever it is you may wish to showcase I suggest you organise it in advance. Otherwise I suggest you pop on in, like I have to admire the work of some of Australia's most up and coming artists.