Join us for an unforgettable celebration of creativity, innovation, and artistic expression at the City of Whittlesea’s 2026 Art Exhibition.
Our annual art exhibition started as a community-driven initiative in 2005. This much-loved program serves as a platform for all artists who live, work, or are connected to the City of Whittlesea to share their creativity, imagination and ideas with the community. It is an opportunity for artists to expand their artistic practice and showcase their creative works and explore new ideas.
The 2026 exhibition invites artists to explore the theme BELONG. To belong is a fundamental human need – it draws us toward family, friends and community and expresses how we relate to the world around us. Belonging connects us to place, bringing people together through shared interests, values, and experiences. It helps us bridge differences, reminding us that each of us is part of something greater than ourselves.
Art exhibition event details
- Exhibition dates: 2 May to 27 May 2026
- Opening hours:
- Monday to Friday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Thursday: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Saturday: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
- Location: Plenty Ranges Art and Convention Centre (PRACC), Bluegum Room
- Cost: Free
Free art exhibition workshops – reservations required
Build your online presence as an artist
Saturday, 9 May 12pm – 2pm
This practical, inspiring workshop helps artists confidently choose and build a professional, authentic online presence that clearly presents their work, tells their story, and supports exhibitions, opportunities, and audience growth.
Framing your artwork
Saturday, 16 May 12pm – 2pm
This hands-on workshop shows artists how professional framing can transform their work, teaching essential skills and choices, from materials and colours to measuring, cutting, and matboard assembly, to confidently elevate presentation.
Photographing your artwork
Saturday, 23 May 2026 12pm – 2pm
This practical workshop teaches artists simple, effective techniques to confidently photograph flat, 3D, or specially staged artworks so they look professional and ready for exhibitions, websites, and submissions.
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