Art Galleries At Richmond Valley
The wonderful setting of the Richmond Valley has attracted artists
and artisans from many parts of Australia. Most of their works are
inspired from the beauty of nature of this place. The galleries and art
centres are located mostly around the countryside, beside rivers and on
hills.
The art galleries are quite important from the perspective of tourism in
this region. The tourism department promotes them such that it attracts
more and more crowds and artists get recognition for their hard work.
Different types of display centres
The Platypus gallery displays innovative shows with a wide variety of
art works. It is the only gallery of the area where the exhibits are
shown and sold. The gallery hosts a number of exhibitions to support and
encourage young talents and improve on their capability. It also
organizes annual art competitions and sells a range of produced arts and
crafts, cheering financial and artistic activities within the region.
The Platypus gallery is located in Centre Street at Casino New South
Wales and you can call on (02) 6662 3566 to avail more details. It is
open on all 7 days from 9 am to 4 pm and closed only on Good Friday and
during Christmas.
The Roxy gallery displays rich wall hangings of natural wonders,
features brilliant kaleidoscope of regional artists and exhibitions to
upgrade the young talents. It provides an opportunity to the local
artists to showcase their work and a chance to sell their creations.
The Roxy gallery is located in the Summerland Way at Kyogle, New South
Wales. The entrance is free and it is open from Tuesdays to Fridays, 10
am to 4 pm and Saturdays from 9.30 am to 12 pm.
If you want to avail more information, call on (02) 66323518 or mail
them at ruth.tsitimbins@kyogle.nsw.gov.au.
The Paperbark gallery holds a rich display of Australian art, woodwork,
works of pottery, glassware, works of calligraphy and a large portion of
its exhibits consists of handicrafts and cards.
This gallery is located in the Canberra Road, New South Wales in the art
and industry estate of Australia. The gallery is open on Tuesdays to
Fridays and Sundays from 10 am to 4 pm.
For any further information, you can call them at (02) 6682 5188 or log
on to their website www.paperbarkgallery.com.au.
The Jambama art centre includes works of professional artists with
quality paintings, original artworks and other inspired products which
also reflects its regional talent. It is located in the Casino Drive of
the industrial estate of New South Wales.
The Keith Cameron Sculpture Park contains creations crafted by
individuals that would serve generations to come. This place of class is
located in the picturesque valley of the Upper Clarence in the Plains
Station Road, New South Wales.
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