Art Groups Sydney

WATER IS A MIRROR: Nauti studios Group Exhibition.

**WATER IS A MIRROR:** Is a group exhibition featuring the artists, musicians, makers and creators of Nauti Studios. We're opening our doors for our annual exhibition featuring a wide variety of our local studio members, everyone is welcome to come and chat with our local artists and explore Nauti studios! *The exploration of water’s enigmatic qualities was a catalyst for historic scientific discoveries and a gateway to a cosmos of ideas, both real and imagined. It is an enduring muse for the creative impulse to explore the nature of perception, representation and the image.* **OPENING NIGHT: 5pm - 9pm, Saturday 9th May FREE** **MUSIC** Forgotten Lights, Glen Hopper, Regan Van Veen **PERFORMANCE** Blake Wilson **ARTWORKS** Emma Fitzgerald, Erica Izard, Helen Cowart, H.Rayne, James Kara, Jo Jarosinska, Joshua Charadia, Kiri Minki, Linda Toomey, Mary Cant, Max Prentis, Michael Arvithis, Mitchell Byrne, Pixie Willo, Sally Jackson, Samantha Lee Curran, Vashti Lanya and many more.

RE-SCHEDULED: Urban Sketching by the Harbour in Kirribilli

**Harbour Sketch and Journalling Meetup at Kirribilli** Join us for a relaxed morning of sketching by the harbour! We’ll be capturing some of Kirribilli’s beautiful local landmarks. Think charming streets, harbour views and the Sydney skyline. This is a friendly, informal meetup open to all sketching styles and experience levels. Bring your own art materials and any refreshments you’d like to enjoy while you draw. Please remember to wear a hat, sun protection and sensible shoes. We’ll be outdoors for a couple of hours. We can enjoy a tea/coffee afterwards in a nearby cafe if you wish. Most importantly, come ready to connect, create and enjoy the beauty of our harbour surroundings together! We'll meet at Kirribilli Station and walk together to the nearby location. Details to be confirmed soon. By attending this event you agree that you are responsible for your own health, safety and belongings during the session, before and after the event. You understand that this is a group of friends getting together and not organised by a professional tour guide.

BANKSY LIMITLESS

⭐ Banksy Limitless arrives in Sydney following its highly successful London opening. More than an exhibition, this immersive experience amplifies Banksy’s voice beyond walls and borders—bold, uncompromising, and deeply connected to the world we live in. 🎟️ looking to catch the 8:40 ish train up from Wollongong to The Rocks! 🎟️. This event is time-slotted so am suggesting 11:30 am, we can have a coffee while we wait. Afterwards drinks and lunch either at Watsons Bay Hotel or somewhere local like The Argyle. If we go to Watsons Bay, we can also do a short walk to Hornby Lighthouse after lunch and then catch the ferry back. I’m happy with either option and we can work it out on the day. Tickets can be purchased from the following link and cost $47. https://feverup.com/m/570526?cp_landing=cta_tickets&cp_landing_term=cta_tickets&cp_landing_source=banksylimitless&utm_source=direct Highlights 🌟 A powerful immersive exhibition that positions Banksy as a global cultural movement 🌎 An expansive journey through the artist’s ideas, imagery, and social impact 🖼️ Hundreds of artworks and visual elements brought together in a large-scale immersive format 🖌️ A bold, contemporary experience born from the streets and amplified through global culture 🤩 A multi-sensory encounter that goes beyond a traditional exhibition

CANCELLED ✨🎨"Walk + Friendship + Culture”: 8 Art Galleries in Surry Hills🤝🚶

**NOTE:** This event is posted on multiple Meetup groups. **ABOUT:** Enjoy a walk around the art galleries of beautiful Surry Hills on Saturday, April 25. Come along whatever your professional background! Tech, finance, law, real estate, hospitality, healthcare, retail, fashion - all welcome. Feel at home. This informative tour will introduce you to Australian artists working in various mediums. Listen to interesting stories in a diverse set of art galleries – from a renowned global brand to an artist-led local community initiative. Exchange names and numbers as you explore one art space after another, make new friends, and have fun! **MEETING TIME:** 11:15 – 11:25 AM. **MEETING POINT:** Outside the building “300 Elizabeth Street”, Surry Hills, NSW 2010 (near Central station). **START AND PROGRAMME:** We will begin at 11:25 AM, spending 10-15 minutes per gallery. Break midway for those who want to grab drinks or snacks. **END:** We will end the walk by 2:30 PM near a bus stop. You can also walk back to Central station. **PRICE OF TOUR:** Please pay $20 by cash on arrival. Or you could transfer the amount to: Account Name: Elucidaction Pty Ltd St. George Bank Account Number: 433 012 445, BSB: 112-879 Please send a copy when you make the payment. **IMPORTANT:** * Please check transport in advance, and make sure you sleep well the night before so you can reach the meeting point on time. * Remember to have a good breakfast before arriving which can keep you going during the early afternoon. * Please message if you are running late. * Stay with the group at all times. You are expected to be "present" and socialise with other attendees - please do not talk on the phone to somebody else unless it is urgent. * Please inform the organiser if you want to leave before the end of the walk. * Wear comfortable shoes, a hat or cap, sun protection. Please bring a water bottle and an umbrella. * No additional compulsory costs beyond $20. Drinks and snacks are optional – you may also bring your own. * Be careful when you explore art galleries. Do not touch surfaces of artworks. * Photos of the group will be clicked and may be posted on Meetup and the organiser’s social media platforms. Attendees who do not wish to be photographed must inform the organiser before the tour begins. * Please update your registration if you are unable to make it to the event. **CONTACT:** Call, text or WhatsApp Tulika at 0402 820 272 if you have any questions. Having lived across India, Thailand, the UK, Canada and Australia, Tulika is an Art and Culture Consultant and founder of the art publication + art consultancy: [https://onartandaesthetics.com/.](https://onartandaesthetics.com/) You can also connect with her on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/tulikabahadur/.](https://www.instagram.com/tulikabahadur/) Email: tulikabahadur[at]gmail[dot]com. For updates on Sydney events, you are welcome to join the WhatsApp group "Sydney Art & Culture Events & Tours": [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BttDzLCa2TTFa2te1Q1FkZ?mode=hqrt1.](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BttDzLCa2TTFa2te1Q1FkZ?mode=hqrt1.)

PLC FAIR CROYDON

Nauti Sketch Club: Life Drawing

Welcome to our Nauti Sketch Club! Our creative community hub and warehouse workspace in Forest Lodge/Glebe hosts monthly life drawing nights, complete with an optional workshop. Takes place on the **Bi monthly on Wednesdays from 7 to 9pm.** You don’t need any drawing experience to join us—everyone is welcome! Gather your friends, sit back, and enjoy drinks and snacks (BYO) while you spend the evening drawing the nude human figure from a professional live model. Feel free to bring your preferred drawing materials, or you can use the selection of drawing supplies provided by Nauti Sketch Club. **Tickets are:** **$20** per person. **$15** for students/pension. As a social enterprise, every life drawing night you attend contributes to environmental sustainability and promotes equality. **[Tickets Sold Here](https://nautistudios.com.au/nauti-studios-event-sydney-glebe/p/sydney-life-drawing-workshop-class)**

Stylish Paddington + Rushcutters Bay: 8 Art Galleries

**NOTE:** This event is posted on multiple Meetup groups. **ABOUT:** Explore the sophisticated art galleries of Paddington and Rushcutters Bay on Saturday, June 6. Come along whatever your professional background! Tech, finance, law, real estate, hospitality, healthcare, retail, fashion - all welcome - whether you've engaged with art before or not. Feel at home. This tour will introduce you to Australian and international artists working in painting, photography and sculpture - covering a range of subjects. Listen to fascinating stories. Introduce yourself to each other, make new friends, interact with gallery staff, and have fun! **MEETING TIME:** 12:00 Noon – 12:10 PM. **MEETING POINT:** Outside “Bar Latte”, 29/235 New South Head Road, Edgecliff NSW 2027. The café is right next to Edgecliff Station entry/exit on New South Head Road. You are welcome to buy a coffee. **START AND PROGRAMME:** We will begin at 12.10 PM at Edgecliff Station and move towards Paddington. Midway we will stop at a corner shop where you can enjoy a bite. **END:** We will end the walk by 2:30 PM near the bus stop in Rushcutters Bay for your convenience. **PRICE OF TOUR:** Please pay $20 by cash on arrival. Or you could transfer the amount to: Account Name: Elucidaction Pty Ltd St. George Bank Account Number: 433 012 445, BSB: 112-879 Please send a copy when you make the payment. **IMPORTANT:** * Please check transport in advance. Make sure you sleep well the night before, and leave home early enough in the morning so you can reach the meeting point on time. * Remember to have a good breakfast before arriving which can keep you going during the early afternoon. * Please message if you are running late. * Stay with the group at all times. You are expected to be "present" and socialise with other attendees - please do not talk on the phone to somebody else unless it is urgent. * Please inform the organiser if you want to leave before the end of the walk. * Wear comfortable shoes, a hat or cap, sun protection. Bring a water bottle and an umbrella in case it rains. * Be careful when you explore art galleries. Do not touch surfaces of artworks. * No additional compulsory costs beyond $20. Drinks and snacks are optional – you may also bring your own. * Photos of the group will be clicked and may be posted on Meetup and the organiser’s social media platforms. Attendees who do not wish to be photographed must inform the organiser before the tour begins. * Please update your registration if you are unable to make it to the event. **CONTACT:** Call, text or WhatsApp Tulika at 0402 820 272 if you have any questions. Having lived across India, Thailand, the UK, Canada and Australia, Tulika is an Art and Culture Consultant and founder of the art publication + art consultancy: [https://onartandaesthetics.com/.](https://onartandaesthetics.com/) You can also connect with her on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/tulikabahadur/.](https://www.instagram.com/tulikabahadur/) Email: tulikabahadur[at]gmail[dot]com. For updates on Sydney events, you are welcome to join the WhatsApp group "Sydney Art & Culture Events & Tours": https://chat.whatsapp.com/BttDzLCa2TTFa2te1Q1FkZ?mode=hqrt1.

Stylish Paddington + Rushcutters Bay: 8 Art Galleries

**NOTE:** This event is posted on multiple Meetup groups. **ABOUT:** Explore the sophisticated art galleries of Paddington and Rushcutters Bay on Saturday, June 6. Come along whatever your professional background! Tech, finance, law, real estate, hospitality, healthcare, retail, fashion - all welcome - whether you've engaged with art before or not. Feel at home. This tour will introduce you to Australian and international artists working in painting, photography and sculpture - covering a range of subjects. Listen to fascinating stories. Introduce yourself to each other, make new friends, interact with gallery staff, and have fun! **MEETING TIME:** 12:00 Noon – 12:10 PM. **MEETING POINT:** Outside “Bar Latte”, 29/235 New South Head Road, Edgecliff NSW 2027. The café is right next to Edgecliff Station entry/exit on New South Head Road. You are welcome to buy a coffee. **START AND PROGRAMME:** We will begin at 12.10 PM at Edgecliff Station and move towards Paddington. Midway we will stop at a corner shop where you can enjoy a bite. **END:** We will end the walk by 2:30 PM near the bus stop in Rushcutters Bay for your convenience. **PRICE OF TOUR:** Please pay $20 by cash on arrival. Or you could transfer the amount to: Account Name: Elucidaction Pty Ltd St. George Bank Account Number: 433 012 445, BSB: 112-879 Please send a copy when you make the payment. **IMPORTANT:** * Please check transport in advance. Make sure you sleep well the night before, and leave home early enough in the morning so you can reach the meeting point on time. * Remember to have a good breakfast before arriving which can keep you going during the early afternoon. * Please message if you are running late. * Stay with the group at all times. You are expected to be "present" and socialise with other attendees - please do not talk on the phone to somebody else unless it is urgent. * Please inform the organiser if you want to leave before the end of the walk. * Wear comfortable shoes, a hat or cap, sun protection. Bring a water bottle and an umbrella in case it rains. * Be careful when you explore art galleries. Do not touch surfaces of artworks. * No additional compulsory costs beyond $20. Drinks and snacks are optional – you may also bring your own. * Photos of the group will be clicked and may be posted on Meetup and the organiser’s social media platforms. Attendees who do not wish to be photographed must inform the organiser before the tour begins. * Please update your registration if you are unable to make it to the event. **CONTACT:** Call, text or WhatsApp Tulika at 0402 820 272 if you have any questions. Having lived across India, Thailand, the UK, Canada and Australia, Tulika is an Art and Culture Consultant and founder of the art publication + art consultancy: [https://onartandaesthetics.com/.](https://onartandaesthetics.com/) You can also connect with her on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/tulikabahadur/.](https://www.instagram.com/tulikabahadur/) Email: tulikabahadur[at]gmail[dot]com. For updates on Sydney events, you are welcome to join the WhatsApp group "Sydney Art & Culture Events & Tours": [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BttDzLCa2TTFa2te1Q1FkZ?mode=hqrt1.](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BttDzLCa2TTFa2te1Q1FkZ?mode=hqrt1.)

🎨 Darlinghurst Art Walk: Galleries + National Art School 🎓

**NOTE:** This event is posted on multiple Meetup groups. **ABOUT:** Explore the leading art galleries of Darlinghurst on Saturday, June 13. National Art School included! This walk is beginner-friendly, and all are welcome - whether you've engaged with art before or not. Exchange numbers and make new friends as you listen to interesting stories of Australian and international artists... **MEETING TIME:** 11:00 – 11:10 AM. **MEETING POINT:** Meet outside "Museum" train station entry/exit on the corner of Liverpool and Elizabeth Streets. **START AND PROGRAMME:** We will begin at 11:10 AM, moving towards Liverpool Street. Midway, we will take a short break. **END:** We will end by 2:00 PM. Easy walk back to Town Hall train station. You may also wait for drinks and snacks and more chatting with group members, if interested. **PRICE OF TOUR:** Please pay $20 by cash on arrival. Or you could transfer the amount to: Account Name: Elucidaction Pty Ltd St. George Bank Account Number: 433 012 445, BSB: 112-879 Please send a copy when you make the payment. **IMPORTANT:** * Please check transport in advance. Make sure you sleep well the night before, and leave home early enough in the morning so you can reach the meeting point on time. * Remember to have a good breakfast before arriving which can keep you going during the early afternoon. * Please message if you are running late. * Please stay with the group at all times. You are expected to be "present" and socialise with other attendees - please do not talk on the phone to somebody else unless it is urgent. * Please inform the organiser if you want to leave before the end of the walk. * Wear comfortable shoes, a hat or cap, sun protection. Please bring a water bottle and an umbrella. * No additional compulsory costs beyond $20. Drinks and snacks are optional – you may also bring your own. * Be careful when you explore art galleries. Do not touch surfaces of artworks. * Photos of the group will be clicked and may be posted on Meetup and the organiser’s social media platforms. Attendees who do not wish to be photographed must inform the organiser before the tour begins. * Please update your registration if you are unable to make it to the event. **CONTACT:** Call, text or WhatsApp Tulika at 0402 820 272 if you have any questions. Having lived across India, Thailand, the UK, Canada and Australia, Tulika is an Art and Culture Consultant and founder of the art publication + art consultancy: [https://onartandaesthetics.com/.](https://onartandaesthetics.com/) You can also connect with her on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/tulikabahadur/.](https://www.instagram.com/tulikabahadur/) Email: tulikabahadur[at]gmail[dot]com. For updates on Sydney events, you are welcome to join the WhatsApp group "Sydney Art & Culture Events & Tours": [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BttDzLCa2TTFa2te1Q1FkZ?mode=hqrt1.](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BttDzLCa2TTFa2te1Q1FkZ?mode=hqrt1.)

MERAKI AT WILLOUGHBY ARTS CENTRE

🌈🎨"Quirky Newtown": Street Art + Shops + Nature 🍃🧿

**NOTE:** This event is posted on multiple Meetup groups. **ABOUT:** Enjoy a fun tour of Newtown – Sydney’s bohemian suburb – on Sunday, April 26. Explore fancy shops with retro items, vintage clothing, artisanal objects, even arcana. Discover vibrant street art – out on the main street and inside hidden alleys. Listen to the fascinating stories behind some of the murals. Relax in a popular picnic spot. Make new friends in the process! **MEETING TIME:** 11:15 – 11:30 AM. **MEETING POINT:** Meet outside "Hui Bro's Cafe & Skewers", 326 King Street, 1, Newtown, NSW 2042. Right next to Newtown station entry/exit off King Street. You are welcome to buy a coffee. **START AND PROGRAMME:** We will begin at 11:30 AM, moving towards the shops on King Street, then exploring a wide variety of street art. Later, a park. **END:** We will get back to Newtown station by 2:30 PM. You can stop for drinks and snacks and more chatting with group members, if interested. **PRICE OF TOUR:** Please pay $20 by cash on arrival. Or you could transfer the amount to: Account Name: Elucidaction Pty Ltd St. George Bank Account Number: 433 012 445, BSB: 112-879 Please send a copy when you make the payment. **IMPORTANT:** * Please check transport in advance. Make sure you sleep well the night before, and leave home early enough in the morning so you can reach the meeting point on time. * Remember to have a good breakfast before arriving which can keep you going during the early afternoon. * Please message if you are running late. * Stay with the group at all times. You are expected to be "present" and socialise with other attendees - please do not talk on the phone to somebody else unless it is urgent. * Please inform the organiser if you want to leave before the end of the walk. * Wear comfortable shoes, a hat or cap, sun protection. Please bring a water bottle and an umbrella. * No additional compulsory costs beyond $20. Drinks and snacks are optional – you may also bring your own. * Be careful when you explore fragile items in shops. * Photos of the group will be clicked and may be posted on Meetup and the organiser’s social media platforms. Attendees who do not wish to be photographed must inform the organiser before the tour begins. * Please update your registration if you are unable to make it to the event. **CONTACT:** Call, text or WhatsApp Tulika at 0402 820 272 if you have any questions. Having lived across India, Thailand, the UK, Canada and Australia, Tulika is an Art and Culture Consultant and founder of the art publication + art consultancy: [https://onartandaesthetics.com/.](https://onartandaesthetics.com/) You can also connect with her on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/tulikabahadur/.](https://www.instagram.com/tulikabahadur/) Email: tulikabahadur[at]gmail[dot]com. For updates on Sydney events, you are welcome to join the WhatsApp group "Sydney Art & Culture Events & Tours": [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BttDzLCa2TTFa2te1Q1FkZ?mode=hqrt1](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BttDzLCa2TTFa2te1Q1FkZ?mode=hqrt1).

Guided Art Introductory Workshop

🌻 **Sunlit Blooms: Sunflower Painting Workshop** 🌻 **Connect. Create. Feel Renewed.** Feeling like you need a gentle pause… a moment to breathe, reset, and do something just for you? Step into a morning of warmth, colour, and creativity as you paint your own radiant sunflower, a symbol of light, hope, and new beginnings. **What we’ll create:** ✨ Create a vibrant sunflower painting using expressive brushstrokes and rich, uplifting colours, a joyful piece to brighten your space and lift your spirit. No pressure, no experience needed — just come as you are. 🌿 **Why Join?** This is more than a craft session — it’s a space to: * Take a break from the busyness of life * Express yourself in a gentle, creative way * Connect with others in a warm and supportive environment 👩‍🎨 **Facilitated by** **Louisa Chan (Visual Artist)** Creating nurturing spaces for creativity, connection, and wellbeing.