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Home of the Royal Queensland Art Society (Brisbane Branch) Inc.

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Unit 3, 162 Petrie Terrace, Brisbane, 4000 (just up from Roma St)

We are an open, vibrant society providing a community hub for all artists and art loving public. Our beautiful gallery is centrally located and easily accessed. We regularly hold new exhibitions in the gallery. Workshops and Life Drawing Classes are held regularly in the gallery and, as with most of our activities, anyone (not just members) can join in. You can privately hire:

  • our gallery spaces for private art exhibitions, classes and workshops.
  • our venue as a creative backdrop for corporate team-building sessions, concerts, fashion parades, book launches, auctions, fundraising and birthdays or baby showers.

Everyone is welcome to come along to events at the gallery which include monthly artist talks and social gatherings, exhibition openings and other events. Visit our facebook page (rqasBRIS) for more information. Please note the Gallery has limited accessibility for some of our events, please contact us via phone or email for more information.

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🎨 Step into a gallery full of character, creativity and captivating portraits! The Salon des Refusés celebrates the art of portraiture in all its forms — bold, emotional and unexpected 🖼️✨⁠
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This exhibition includes artworks such as An Unbelievable Miracle by Colin Bushell:⁠
"Justen Wani Nasona was born on a warm, sunny day on the first of January 1975, in the small village of Wonduruba, Central Equatoria, Sudan. He went to primary school and intermediate school and finished successfully. At the age of 13, he was abducted by a group of rebels who became the liberation army movement for Sudanese people. Eventually Justen returned to Sudan and married, Keji Justen, but Sudan was no longer safe. They took the long journey from Wonduruba to the Kakuma Refugee camp in Kenya living in tough conditions for four years. Eventually, they were chosen for resettlement to Australia. In November 2005, they took a bus to Nairobi and the following day flew to Brisbane. When they touched Australian soil, Justen said to his wife, “This is an unbelievable miracle.” The full story of how he got here is one of hardship, resilience and salvation."⁠
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On show at Petrie Terrace Gallery until Sunday, 2nd of November.⁠
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Artwork credit: An Unbelievable Miracle by Colin Bushell, Photography @colbushell⁠
@brisbaneportraitprize

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🎨 Step into a gallery full of character, creativity and captivating portraits! The Salon des Refusés celebrates the art of portraiture in all its forms — bold, emotional and unexpected 🖼️✨⁠ ⁠ This exhibition includes artworks such as An Unbelievable Miracle by Colin Bushell:⁠ "Justen Wani Nasona was born on a warm, sunny day on the first of January 1975, in the small village of Wonduruba, Central Equatoria, Sudan. He went to primary school and intermediate school and finished successfully. At the age of 13, he was abducted by a group of rebels who became the liberation army movement for Sudanese people. Eventually Justen returned to Sudan and married, Keji Justen, but Sudan was no longer safe. They took the long journey from Wonduruba to the Kakuma Refugee camp in Kenya living in tough conditions for four years. Eventually, they were chosen for resettlement to Australia. In November 2005, they took a bus to Nairobi and the following day flew to Brisbane. When they touched Australian soil, Justen said to his wife, “This is an unbelievable miracle.” The full story of how he got here is one of hardship, resilience and salvation."⁠ ⁠ On show at Petrie Terrace Gallery until Sunday, 2nd of November.⁠ ⁠ Artwork credit: An Unbelievable Miracle by Colin Bushell, Photography @colbushell⁠ @brisbaneportraitprize

🎨 Step into a gallery full of character, creativity and captivating portraits! The Salon des Refusés celebrates the art of portraiture in all its forms — bold, emotional and unexpected 🖼️✨⁠
⁠
This exhibition includes artworks such as An Unbelievable Miracle by Colin Bushell:⁠
"Justen Wani Nasona was born on a warm, sunny day on the first of January 1975, in the small village of Wonduruba, Central Equatoria, Sudan. He went to primary school and intermediate school and finished successfully. At the age of 13, he was abducted by a group of rebels who became the liberation army movement for Sudanese people. Eventually Justen returned to Sudan and married, Keji Justen, but Sudan was no longer safe. They took the long journey from Wonduruba to the Kakuma Refugee camp in Kenya living in tough conditions for four years. Eventually, they were chosen for resettlement to Australia. In November 2005, they took a bus to Nairobi and the following day flew to Brisbane. When they touched Australian soil, Justen said to his wife, “This is an unbelievable miracle.” The full story of how he got here is one of hardship, resilience and salvation."⁠
⁠
On show at Petrie Terrace Gallery until Sunday, 2nd of November.⁠
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Artwork credit: An Unbelievable Miracle by Colin Bushell, Photography @colbushell⁠
@brisbaneportraitprize ...

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It`s never too early to start working on your next artwork entry, and entries to Splash are currently open 🌊 ⁠
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Artists are invited to submit artworks in their own choice of media including both 2D and 3D, for the first RQAS exhibition of 2026. ⁠
The focus for this exhibition is all things water-themed, nautical and aquatic 🎨⁠
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Entry form due: Wednesday, 14th of January, 3:30pm⁠
Entry fees:⁠
- RQAS Brisbane member: $20⁠
- Non-members: $35⁠
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For more information and to enter visit: https://rqas.com.au/event/splash-2026/

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It's never too early to start working on your next artwork entry, and entries to Splash are currently open 🌊 ⁠ ⁠ Artists are invited to submit artworks in their own choice of media including both 2D and 3D, for the first RQAS exhibition of 2026. ⁠ The focus for this exhibition is all things water-themed, nautical and aquatic 🎨⁠ ⁠ Entry form due: Wednesday, 14th of January, 3:30pm⁠ Entry fees:⁠ - RQAS Brisbane member: $20⁠ - Non-members: $35⁠ ⁠ For more information and to enter visit: https://rqas.com.au/event/splash-2026/

It`s never too early to start working on your next artwork entry, and entries to Splash are currently open 🌊 ⁠
⁠
Artists are invited to submit artworks in their own choice of media including both 2D and 3D, for the first RQAS exhibition of 2026. ⁠
The focus for this exhibition is all things water-themed, nautical and aquatic 🎨⁠
⁠
Entry form due: Wednesday, 14th of January, 3:30pm⁠
Entry fees:⁠
- RQAS Brisbane member: $20⁠
- Non-members: $35⁠
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For more information and to enter visit: https://rqas.com.au/event/splash-2026/ ...

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The wait it over!! Come into Petrie Terrace Gallery to see the finalists of the Salon des Refusés, including the amazing winning artworks 🎨 ⁠
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In Blossom City by Soleil Machado, the artist describes her personal experience of living in Australia:⁠
"It`s very challenging to be alone on the other side of the world with no family, trying to maneuver the cultural differences and in another language. Starting over with a new set of responsibilities. There`s no body to be your safety net and catch you if you make a mistake and fall over. You must hold yourself and go through the mountain of obstacles and unforeseen circumstances. Each flower represents each person that supported me, joined me in spirit and gave me emotional balance through this journey. ⁠
Every piece of advice, encouragement, and digital presence. Sometimes there`s also spines on the road and the mountain of challenges seems higher, but there`s nothing that good supporters won`t help you believe you can go through. This is the visual representation of my happiness and gratitude toward those who were with me all along full of good intentions."⁠
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Exhibition is on show until Sunday, 2nd of November, we look forward to seeing you in the gallery.⁠
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Artwork credit: Blossom City by Soleil Machado, Acrylic.⁠
@brisbaneportraitprize

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The wait it over!! Come into Petrie Terrace Gallery to see the finalists of the Salon des Refusés, including the amazing winning artworks 🎨 ⁠ ⁠ In Blossom City by Soleil Machado, the artist describes her personal experience of living in Australia:⁠ "It's very challenging to be alone on the other side of the world with no family, trying to maneuver the cultural differences and in another language. Starting over with a new set of responsibilities. There's no body to be your safety net and catch you if you make a mistake and fall over. You must hold yourself and go through the mountain of obstacles and unforeseen circumstances. Each flower represents each person that supported me, joined me in spirit and gave me emotional balance through this journey. ⁠ Every piece of advice, encouragement, and digital presence. Sometimes there's also spines on the road and the mountain of challenges seems higher, but there's nothing that good supporters won't help you believe you can go through. This is the visual representation of my happiness and gratitude toward those who were with me all along full of good intentions."⁠ ⁠ Exhibition is on show until Sunday, 2nd of November, we look forward to seeing you in the gallery.⁠ ⁠ Artwork credit: Blossom City by Soleil Machado, Acrylic.⁠ @brisbaneportraitprize

The wait it over!! Come into Petrie Terrace Gallery to see the finalists of the Salon des Refusés, including the amazing winning artworks 🎨 ⁠
⁠
In Blossom City by Soleil Machado, the artist describes her personal experience of living in Australia:⁠
"It`s very challenging to be alone on the other side of the world with no family, trying to maneuver the cultural differences and in another language. Starting over with a new set of responsibilities. There`s no body to be your safety net and catch you if you make a mistake and fall over. You must hold yourself and go through the mountain of obstacles and unforeseen circumstances. Each flower represents each person that supported me, joined me in spirit and gave me emotional balance through this journey. ⁠
Every piece of advice, encouragement, and digital presence. Sometimes there`s also spines on the road and the mountain of challenges seems higher, but there`s nothing that good supporters won`t help you believe you can go through. This is the visual representation of my happiness and gratitude toward those who were with me all along full of good intentions."⁠
⁠
Exhibition is on show until Sunday, 2nd of November, we look forward to seeing you in the gallery.⁠
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Artwork credit: Blossom City by Soleil Machado, Acrylic.⁠
@brisbaneportraitprize ...

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🍷🧀 You`re invited to an afternoon of art, wine, and conversation at the Salon des Refusés! Join us for a relaxed wine and cheese event as selected artists share insights into their work and creative process.⁠
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🎨✨ Discover the stories behind the artworks and mingle with fellow art lovers in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.⁠
⁠
📍Petrie Terrace Gallery⁠
📅 Saturday, 25th of October, 2pm - 4pm⁠
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Don’t miss this unique chance to connect over culture and a glass of wine!⁠
https://events.humanitix.com/2025-salon-des-refuses-wine-and-cheese-afternoon ⁠
@brisbaneportraitprize

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🍷🧀 You're invited to an afternoon of art, wine, and conversation at the Salon des Refusés! Join us for a relaxed wine and cheese event as selected artists share insights into their work and creative process.⁠ ⁠ 🎨✨ Discover the stories behind the artworks and mingle with fellow art lovers in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.⁠ ⁠ 📍Petrie Terrace Gallery⁠ 📅 Saturday, 25th of October, 2pm - 4pm⁠ ⁠ Don’t miss this unique chance to connect over culture and a glass of wine!⁠ https://events.humanitix.com/2025-salon-des-refuses-wine-and-cheese-afternoon ⁠ @brisbaneportraitprize

🍷🧀 You`re invited to an afternoon of art, wine, and conversation at the Salon des Refusés! Join us for a relaxed wine and cheese event as selected artists share insights into their work and creative process.⁠
⁠
🎨✨ Discover the stories behind the artworks and mingle with fellow art lovers in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.⁠
⁠
📍Petrie Terrace Gallery⁠
📅 Saturday, 25th of October, 2pm - 4pm⁠
⁠
Don’t miss this unique chance to connect over culture and a glass of wine!⁠
https://events.humanitix.com/2025-salon-des-refuses-wine-and-cheese-afternoon ⁠
@brisbaneportraitprize ...

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Salon des Refusés Petrie Terrace Gallery Awards! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks, Self Thinking of Adam Cullen by Daniel Butterworth.⁠
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This artwork was judged by Frances McKennariey FRQAS and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"This work makes compelling use of the traditional, though not conventional portrait elements using a limited palette, perspective and movement. The paint reveals the artist’s physical presence in every mark, texture and rhythm. Importantly, the use of perspective also serves to highlight the artist’s own action of thinking and movement so that we witness the act of creation itself in this work. An outstanding achievement depicting the deep connection between the artist, his materials, and his life."⁠
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The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 2nd of November. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
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Artwork credit: Self Thinking of Adam Cullen by Daniel Butterworth, Acrylic on Cardboard @dan_butterworth_artist⁠
@brisbaneportraitprize

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Salon des Refusés Petrie Terrace Gallery Awards! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks, Self Thinking of Adam Cullen by Daniel Butterworth.⁠ ⁠ This artwork was judged by Frances McKennariey FRQAS and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠ "This work makes compelling use of the traditional, though not conventional portrait elements using a limited palette, perspective and movement. The paint reveals the artist’s physical presence in every mark, texture and rhythm. Importantly, the use of perspective also serves to highlight the artist’s own action of thinking and movement so that we witness the act of creation itself in this work. An outstanding achievement depicting the deep connection between the artist, his materials, and his life."⁠ ⁠ The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 2nd of November. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People's Choice Award!⁠ ⁠ Artwork credit: Self Thinking of Adam Cullen by Daniel Butterworth, Acrylic on Cardboard @dan_butterworth_artist⁠ @brisbaneportraitprize

Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Salon des Refusés Petrie Terrace Gallery Awards! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks, Self Thinking of Adam Cullen by Daniel Butterworth.⁠
⁠
This artwork was judged by Frances McKennariey FRQAS and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
"This work makes compelling use of the traditional, though not conventional portrait elements using a limited palette, perspective and movement. The paint reveals the artist’s physical presence in every mark, texture and rhythm. Importantly, the use of perspective also serves to highlight the artist’s own action of thinking and movement so that we witness the act of creation itself in this work. An outstanding achievement depicting the deep connection between the artist, his materials, and his life."⁠
⁠
The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 2nd of November. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: Self Thinking of Adam Cullen by Daniel Butterworth, Acrylic on Cardboard @dan_butterworth_artist⁠
@brisbaneportraitprize ...

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Salon des Refusés Petrie Terrace Gallery Awards! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks, Self Portrait with Poppies by Jared Fountain.⁠
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This artwork was judged by Andrew Bonneau and below are his comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
The use of atmosphere in this painting is great. Brush marks are varied, and the composition is engaging. Interestingly, sharp edges are not used in the face, but reserved for the poppy leaves, leaving the face more ambiguous. A fascinating use of subtle layering of paint gives a sense of optical depth. ⁠
Overall, this portrait definitely has a sense of human presence and feeling.⁠
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The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 2nd of November. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: Self Portrait with Poppies by Jared Fountain, Oil @artistjaredfountain⁠
@brisbaneportraitprize

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Salon des Refusés Petrie Terrace Gallery Awards! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks, Self Portrait with Poppies by Jared Fountain.⁠ ⁠ This artwork was judged by Andrew Bonneau and below are his comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠ The use of atmosphere in this painting is great. Brush marks are varied, and the composition is engaging. Interestingly, sharp edges are not used in the face, but reserved for the poppy leaves, leaving the face more ambiguous. A fascinating use of subtle layering of paint gives a sense of optical depth. ⁠ Overall, this portrait definitely has a sense of human presence and feeling.⁠ ⁠ The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 2nd of November. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People's Choice Award!⁠ ⁠ Artwork credit: Self Portrait with Poppies by Jared Fountain, Oil @artistjaredfountain⁠ @brisbaneportraitprize

Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Salon des Refusés Petrie Terrace Gallery Awards! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks, Self Portrait with Poppies by Jared Fountain.⁠
⁠
This artwork was judged by Andrew Bonneau and below are his comments on the piece:⁠ ⁠
The use of atmosphere in this painting is great. Brush marks are varied, and the composition is engaging. Interestingly, sharp edges are not used in the face, but reserved for the poppy leaves, leaving the face more ambiguous. A fascinating use of subtle layering of paint gives a sense of optical depth. ⁠
Overall, this portrait definitely has a sense of human presence and feeling.⁠
⁠
The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 2nd of November. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: Self Portrait with Poppies by Jared Fountain, Oil @artistjaredfountain⁠
@brisbaneportraitprize ...

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Salon des Refusés Petrie Terrace Gallery Awards! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks, Girl on Rug by Alissa Lamb.⁠
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This artwork was judged by Jan Manton and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ As a judge, I was immediately drawn to ‘Girl on Rug’ for its thoughtful composition and refined sense of balance. The aerial viewpoint creates a flattened perspective that highlights the dialogue between the striped dress and the ornate rug beneath. I appreciate the artist’s confident use of cropping — the rug’s fringe at the top left and the extended leg anchoring the lower edge — which adds both tension and harmony to the work. The longer you look, the more you notice how the careful design and quiet emotion work hand in hand.⁠
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The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 2nd of November. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: Girl on Rug by Alissa Lamb, Acrylic @alissabrooke_art⁠
@brisbaneportraitprize

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Salon des Refusés Petrie Terrace Gallery Awards! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks, Girl on Rug by Alissa Lamb.⁠ ⁠ This artwork was judged by Jan Manton and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ As a judge, I was immediately drawn to ‘Girl on Rug’ for its thoughtful composition and refined sense of balance. The aerial viewpoint creates a flattened perspective that highlights the dialogue between the striped dress and the ornate rug beneath. I appreciate the artist’s confident use of cropping — the rug’s fringe at the top left and the extended leg anchoring the lower edge — which adds both tension and harmony to the work. The longer you look, the more you notice how the careful design and quiet emotion work hand in hand.⁠ ⁠ The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 2nd of November. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People's Choice Award!⁠ ⁠ Artwork credit: Girl on Rug by Alissa Lamb, Acrylic @alissabrooke_art⁠ @brisbaneportraitprize

Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Salon des Refusés Petrie Terrace Gallery Awards! Pictured here is one of the winning artworks, Girl on Rug by Alissa Lamb.⁠
⁠
This artwork was judged by Jan Manton and below are her comments on the piece:⁠ As a judge, I was immediately drawn to ‘Girl on Rug’ for its thoughtful composition and refined sense of balance. The aerial viewpoint creates a flattened perspective that highlights the dialogue between the striped dress and the ornate rug beneath. I appreciate the artist’s confident use of cropping — the rug’s fringe at the top left and the extended leg anchoring the lower edge — which adds both tension and harmony to the work. The longer you look, the more you notice how the careful design and quiet emotion work hand in hand.⁠
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The exhibition will be on show until Sunday, 2nd of November. Make sure to come into the gallery to see all of the finalists, and place your vote for the People`s Choice Award!⁠
⁠
Artwork credit: Girl on Rug by Alissa Lamb, Acrylic @alissabrooke_art⁠
@brisbaneportraitprize ...

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Announcing the winners of the 2025 Salon des Refusés Petrie Terrace Gallery Awards!⁠
- Judged by Jan Manton: Girl on Rug by Alissa Lamb @alissabrooke_art⁠
- Judged by Frances McKennariey FRQAS: Self Thinking of Adam Cullen by Daniel Butterworth @dan_butterworth_artist⁠
- Judged by Andrew Bonneau: Self Portrait with Poppies by Jared Fountain @artistjaredfountain⁠
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Congratulations to our winners, and thank you for everyone that entered the Salon des Refusés. The exhibition will be on show at the gallery until Sunday, 2nd of November.⁠
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We will also be hosting artists talks on Saturday, 25th of October from 2-4pm Tickets can be purchased via the link below.⁠
https://events.humanitix.com/2025-salon-des-refuses-wine-and-cheese-afternoon ⁠
@brisbaneportraitprize

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Announcing the winners of the 2025 Salon des Refusés Petrie Terrace Gallery Awards!⁠ - Judged by Jan Manton: Girl on Rug by Alissa Lamb @alissabrooke_art⁠ - Judged by Frances McKennariey FRQAS: Self Thinking of Adam Cullen by Daniel Butterworth @dan_butterworth_artist⁠ - Judged by Andrew Bonneau: Self Portrait with Poppies by Jared Fountain @artistjaredfountain⁠ ⁠ Congratulations to our winners, and thank you for everyone that entered the Salon des Refusés. The exhibition will be on show at the gallery until Sunday, 2nd of November.⁠ ⁠ We will also be hosting artists talks on Saturday, 25th of October from 2-4pm Tickets can be purchased via the link below.⁠ https://events.humanitix.com/2025-salon-des-refuses-wine-and-cheese-afternoon ⁠ @brisbaneportraitprize

Announcing the winners of the 2025 Salon des Refusés Petrie Terrace Gallery Awards!⁠
- Judged by Jan Manton: Girl on Rug by Alissa Lamb @alissabrooke_art⁠
- Judged by Frances McKennariey FRQAS: Self Thinking of Adam Cullen by Daniel Butterworth @dan_butterworth_artist⁠
- Judged by Andrew Bonneau: Self Portrait with Poppies by Jared Fountain @artistjaredfountain⁠
⁠
Congratulations to our winners, and thank you for everyone that entered the Salon des Refusés. The exhibition will be on show at the gallery until Sunday, 2nd of November.⁠
⁠
We will also be hosting artists talks on Saturday, 25th of October from 2-4pm Tickets can be purchased via the link below.⁠
https://events.humanitix.com/2025-salon-des-refuses-wine-and-cheese-afternoon ⁠
@brisbaneportraitprize ...

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