Exhibitions

Current Exhibitions

Omie Tapa: Bark Cloths from PNG ~ March 2 – April 3, 2024

Our first exhibition for the year celebrates the unique and dynamic tapa (bark cloth) art movement of the Ömie people of Papua New Guinea. Each piece is painted on the base tapa in many different coloured organic dyes made from leaves, seeds, bark, roots, sap and fruit, that are mixed with water and/or ash. They are iconographic and diverse, enlivening and transformative – simply exquisite.

Summer Stockroom Curated Collection

Art has the wonderful ability to bring joy, inspiration, and a sense of playfulness into our lives. Whether you’re creating art or experiencing it, the process should be enjoyable and fulfilling.

As you explore this curated stock room exhibition, you will witness firsthand the remarkable talent of our stable of artists here at Purple Noon Gallery, and the sheer beauty and emotion that the various works evoke. Whether you are a seasoned art enthusiast or a casual observer, you are sure to be captivated by the creativity and unique visions. So come and immerse yourself in the world of Purple Noon, and discover the magic that lies within our art.

Enjoy our Summer selection of curated works from our gallery online stockroom. The stockroom offers a streamlined way to discover and acquire notable works by our artists. Take the time to look through the highlights on the video and then enter our entire selection through the Purple Noon Gallery website.

Summer Stock Room Curated Collection

Art has the wonderful ability to bring joy, inspiration, and a sense of playfulness into our lives. Whether you're creating art or experiencing it, the process should be enjoyable and fulfilling. As you explore this curated stock...

In My Element: Rachel Hannan ~ November 4 – 26

We are thrilled to be presenting this much anticipated solo show by artist and musician Rachel Hannan. The exhibition will be her first here since moving further west to the beautiful countryside around the Capertee Valley. Music and art are inseparable for Rachel....

Upcoming Exhibitions

Previous Exhibitions

Sergio Sill – Kimberley Landscapes

Sergio Sill – Kimberley Landscapes

This exhibition showcases a breathtaking array of contemporary landscape works. Sergio’s popular and expressive style highlights the great deal of creative freedom and experimentation he exposes in his colourful paintings. In his recent exploration of the Kimberley, he presents new paintings that are bold and vibrant with rich colour, creating a unique and expressive interpretation of the natural world he experienced around this north Australian region.

Rachel Hannan: In My Element   ~  November 4-26 2023

Rachel Hannan: In My Element ~ November 4-26 2023

We are thrilled to be presenting this much anticipated solo show by artist and musician Rachel Hannan. The exhibition will be her first here since moving further west to the beautiful countryside around the Capertee Valley. Music and art are inseparable for Rachel. “In the landscape and in my paintings, I hear melodies in the unpredictability of forms, colour and movement. I feel the rhythms of the repetition and patterns in the natural architecture and the never ending abundance of different flora, water, clouds and surfaces. I bring the visual into my improvising when I sing, and similarly the music flows through my brush when I apply my marks”.

Lucy McEachern: Birds in Bronze ~ August 05 – December 17

Lucy McEachern: Birds in Bronze ~ August 05 – December 17

Renowned popular bronze sculptor Lucy McEachern revisits with a new edition of unique Australian bronze birds. She will be joined by Sydney artist, designer and gilder Helen Davies and Blue Mountains artist Paul Gorjan. We also include a special antique collection of framed collectible coloured bookplates from an original copy of Gracius J Broinowski’s ‘Birds of Australia’.

Harmony: Frances Feasey and Clare Purser ~ July 08 – 30

Harmony: Frances Feasey and Clare Purser ~ July 08 – 30

Both Queensland artist Clare Purser, and Blue Mountains artist Frances Feasey, have a long history painting their favourite landscapes. Collectively in Harmony they present an exhibition that unveils the scenic beauty of coastal landscapes and the captivating allure of mountains and trees, inviting contemplation of the intricate relationship between nature and art.

Hiren Patel: Contemplation – A landscape journey ~ June 3 to June 25

Hiren Patel: Contemplation – A landscape journey ~ June 3 to June 25

Hiren Patel’s solo exhibition is a celebration of the artist’s passion for exploration and art, and a tribute to the captivating beauty of the state’s countryside. Embark on a visual journey through the diverse and stunning landscapes through the eyes of an artist who captures nature’s essence in oil. The exhibition features a collection of paintings that showcase the natural beauty and diversity of our natural environment, as seen through the artist’s perspective. Each painting is a stunning interpretation of the landscapes, capturing unique colours, light, and atmosphere.

Lucila Zentner: Impressions – Flowers and landscapes in a moment ~ May 6 – May 28

Lucila Zentner: Impressions – Flowers and landscapes in a moment ~ May 6 – May 28

Artist and doctor Lucila Zentner presents a collection of exceptional, uniquely beautiful oil paintings that will captivate and inspire. The exhibition showcases a breathtaking array of contemporary floral and landscape works. The vibrant colours and textures, intricate details, and stunning compositions of each piece are a testament to the boundless creativity and artistic vision that Lucila is renowned for.

Celebrating Contemporary Australian Landscape ~ 26 Nov to 26 Feb 2023

Celebrating Contemporary Australian Landscape ~ 26 Nov to 26 Feb 2023

Cultural shifts in the aesthetic appreciation of landscape have played an important role in our recognition and appreciation of contemporary landscape painting. This collection of paintings, by seventeen landscape painters from across the country, in Celebrating Contemporary Australian Landscape, highlights the way artists have tried to express the emotions the landscape arouses as well as the facts of its appearance. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Winterly: Melanie Vugich ~ 8th to 30th of October

Winterly: Melanie Vugich ~ 8th to 30th of October

I started painting this body of work during the early winter months, when the rain was endless, but the rolling clouds and muted light were so utterly beautiful. As I set up my tablescapes and started mixing colours, my signature shades of pink, coral and amber began to deepen and those moody grey hues in the sky found their way onto my paintbrush.

Being kept inside by the weather and giving myself plenty of preparation time allowed a lot of energy to go into each brushstroke, and I enjoyed generously lathering on the paint. Many of my treasured household objects and books feature, as they always do, my favourite piece of ikat has reappeared and I loved mixing wild banksias with the season’s glorious roses, tulips, irises, sunflowers and poppies.