Manned by volunteers it is well worth stopping off to check what they have on show. Pops of colour and imaginative places reign supreme in the 20th edition of the prestigious biennial landscape art prize founded by gallery founder, arts patron, and philanthropist John Leslie. Gippslandia is a community, non-profit publication. 3. Housed in a historic building beside the stunning Bairnsdale Court House (opposite the Coles carpark), it chiefly features rotating exhibitions focussing on the work of local artists in two main gallery spaces. Saturday 10am-2pm. [3] It occupied several temporary locations before settling at 288 Raymond Street for some time. Simon Gregg. A really good stop that demonstrates the breadth of artistic work from very talented local atrtists. Thanks to all the artists, - East Gippsland Art Gallery - Facebook Kevin Parker at Bairnsdale Gallery (Gerard Callinan - ABC Local) East Gippsland Art Gallery 10 Art Galleries Open now By Crystalline4u Also in the gallery today was Owen Piggott's work. [citation needed] It is designed to help professional artists develop their skills in photography, and learn how to integrate them with other forms of art. Contribute to Gippslandia and support positive local storytelling. [citation needed], Between 2015 and 2017 the building underwent a major redevelopment to improve facilities and increase exhibition space. Experience the ever-changing environment and amazing opportunities and experiences our gallery offers. The East Gippsland Art Gallery is a gorgeous little gallery right near the centre of town. The gallery was opened on 25 September 1965 by Rupert Hamer, as the Sale Regional Art Centre. We are passionate about engaging and inspiring the next generation of art lovers in our community. Experience the ever-changing environment and amazing opportunities and experiences our gallery offers. Artists in Isolation - biophiliarts .css-12bow0r{color:inherit;-webkit-text-decoration:underline;text-decoration:underline;}donate here. The East Gippsland Art Gallery is a small gallery in a beautifully restored historical building. [citation needed], The gallery has six exhibition spaces over 800m2 (8,600sqft), including a space dedicated to Sale-based textile artist Annemieke Mein, which rotates displays twice times annually. Support from our readers is what keeps the lights on and the printing presses running. Simon Gregg.