About

Purple Noon Gallery is set in the idyllic Hawkesbury region at the foot of the blue mountains. Since its opening in November 2006 the gallery has steadily developed into one of the finest galleries in regional NSW and Western Sydney, with regular exhibitions and a permanent collection of both local art and sculpture, with a strong focus on high quality artwork from leading artists, emerging artists, and Indigenous artists from around Australia. The building was purpose built and has a special ambience that is warm and inviting and perfect for displaying a wide collection of fine artwork. The sparrow-picked solid sandstone walls, old timbers, leadlight windows  and corrugated iron compliment each other to create a small building that is aesthetically pleasing and perfect for displaying beautiful artwork.

Purple Noon Gallery represents exciting new and established artists from the Hawkesbury region and around Australia. An extensive exhibition program is held each year featuring both solo and mixed shows.

 The name Purple Noon is synonymous with Australia’s  famous painter, Sir Arthur Streeton. The gallery is only 400 metres from the Streeton Lookout which has views across the Hawkesbury River, and where his well known     painting “The Purple Noon’s Transparent Might” was executed in 1896. It is a popular spot for visitors, particularly those on the artists trail following the footsteps of the Australian masters. From the lookout there are views to Sydney and a delightful panorama of the river looking up towards the Grose River and valley. It is quite common to see artists with easel and paintbrush recreating the splendid scene.