Join us for opening night as we celebrate our artists and purchase artwork from Australia’s very best graduating artists.
Experience fresh, progressive and bold works from our outstanding class of 2018 – the next generation of Australian artists.
Our alumni go on to create successful and widely varied careers and you could be one of them.
Experience an intensive week of study in the intimate studio environment of the National Art School. Book now!
Our alumni go on to create successful and widely varied careers and you could be one of them.
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15oct(oct 15)9:00 am08dec(dec 8)5:00 pmTerm Four Short Courses
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DAYTIME, EVENING AND SATURDAY SHORT COURSES 15 OCTOBER – 8 DECEMBER 2018 Term Four Short Courses are eight weeks long and are held on Monday to Thursday and Saturday. Choose from a range
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DAYTIME, EVENING AND SATURDAY SHORT COURSES
15 OCTOBER – 8 DECEMBER 2018
Term Four Short Courses are eight weeks long and are held on Monday to Thursday and Saturday. Choose from a range of courses in the National Art School studio disciplines of drawing, painting, photomedia and sculpture. Develop your fundamental skills in the beginner courses, explore new ideas and methods in the intermediate courses, or build on your existing knowledge and individual art practice in the advanced courses.
Alumni, concession and early fees are available
Early fee ends 10 September 2018
Time
October 15 (Monday) 9:00 am - December 8 (Saturday) 5:00 pm
Location
National Art School
Forbes Street
03nov1:30 pm4:30 pmSaturday Studio: Heatpress Printmaking
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Working with found images from books and magazines develop your own collages to transfer via heatpress onto fabric. Bring along a plain white cotton t-shirt or calico bag to
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Working with found images from books and magazines develop your own collages to transfer via heatpress onto fabric. Bring along a plain white cotton t-shirt or calico bag to transfer your artworks and designs.
Time
(Saturday) 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
08nov6:00 pm10:00 pmPostgraduate Exhibition Opening Night
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Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art
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Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art School. Visit the NAS Gallery, Rayner Hoff Project Space, Annex and Open Studios to experience fresh, progressive and bold works from our outstanding class of 2018 – the next generation of Australian artists.
Join us at the opening night on 8 November as we celebrate our artists and enjoy the bands, DJ’s, dance floors, food and pop up bars – a great time to explore the studios, discover more about the iconic NAS campus, catch up with friends and purchase artwork from Australia’s very best graduating artists.
Time
(Thursday) 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location
National Art School
Forbes Street
09nov11:00 am5:00 pmMFA Exhibition: Open Studios
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Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art
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Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art School. Visit the NAS Gallery, Rayner Hoff Project Space, Annex and Open Studios to experience fresh, progressive and bold works from our outstanding class of 2018 – the next generation of Australian artists.
Join us for the open studios where you can visit the spaces of all our of our MFA students.
Featured image:
Maricelle Olivier (MFA Ceramics)
The Hybrid
earthenware with slip and underglaze
36 x 38.5 x 38.5 cm
Time
(Friday) 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
National Art School
Forbes Street
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The old Darlinghurst gaol is one of Australia’s oldest and best preserved examples of colonial sandstone architecture, which over the last two centuries has transformed from a place of abject
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The old Darlinghurst gaol is one of Australia’s oldest and best preserved examples of colonial sandstone architecture, which over the last two centuries has transformed from a place of abject misery to one of Australia’s premier arts institutes. According to legend, the building is haunted by the restless ghosts of some of the 76 people who were executed at the gaol’s gallows.
Join us for a lively historical tour, shedding light on the fascinating history of the site and exposing the dark, hidden corners which aren’t usually open for public access. Scroll down to choose a date and book tickets.
Led by an expert historical guide, the tour takes approximately one hour and includes the historic Cell Block Theatre, the Chapel, the old Governor’s residence, the morgue, the flogging wall, the tunnel which was used to process and delouse prisoners and the site of the former gallows.
After the tour, guests will have an opportunity to enjoy the site, as well as the Hangout Café, a relaxing spot to recharge with lunch and coffee.
Tours depart from the Forbes Street Entrance, just next to the Hangout Cafe.
Time
(Saturday) 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location
National Art School
Forbes Street
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
2018-11-10 12:00 pm - 2018-11-10 1:00 pm
National Art SchoolForbes Street
National Art Gallery Ticket
Old Darlinghurst Gaol Historic Tour
Tours depart from the Forbes Street Entrance, just next to the Hangout Cafe.
Tickets are not available for sale any more for this event!
Old Darlinghurst Gaol
10nov11:00 am5:00 pmMFA Exhibition: Open Studios
Event Details
Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art
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Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art School. Visit the NAS Gallery, Rayner Hoff Project Space, Annex and Open Studios to experience fresh, progressive and bold works from our outstanding class of 2018 – the next generation of Australian artists.
Join us for the open studios where you can visit the spaces of all our of our MFA students.
Featured image:
Troy Donaghy (MFA Drawing)
I versus I
oil on canvas
51 x 51 cm
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
National Art School
Forbes Street
Event Details
The old Darlinghurst gaol is one of Australia’s oldest and best preserved examples of colonial sandstone architecture, which over the last two centuries has transformed from a place of abject
more
Event Details
The old Darlinghurst gaol is one of Australia’s oldest and best preserved examples of colonial sandstone architecture, which over the last two centuries has transformed from a place of abject misery to one of Australia’s premier arts institutes. According to legend, the building is haunted by the restless ghosts of some of the 76 people who were executed at the gaol’s gallows.
Join us for a lively historical tour, shedding light on the fascinating history of the site and exposing the dark, hidden corners which aren’t usually open for public access. Scroll down to choose a date and book tickets.
Led by an expert historical guide, the tour takes approximately one hour and includes the historic Cell Block Theatre, the Chapel, the old Governor’s residence, the morgue, the flogging wall, the tunnel which was used to process and delouse prisoners and the site of the former gallows.
After the tour, guests will have an opportunity to enjoy the site, as well as the Hangout Café, a relaxing spot to recharge with lunch and coffee.
Tours depart from the Forbes Street Entrance, just next to the Hangout Cafe.
Time
(Saturday) 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location
National Art School
Forbes Street
National Art SchoolForbes Street
National Art Gallery Ticket
Old Darlinghurst Gaol Historic Tour
Tours depart from the Forbes Street Entrance, just next to the Hangout Cafe.
Tickets are not available for sale any more for this event!
Old Darlinghurst Gaol
11nov11:00 am5:00 pmMFA Exhibition: Open Studios
Event Details
Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art
more
Event Details
Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art School. Visit the NAS Gallery, Rayner Hoff Project Space, Annex and Open Studios to experience fresh, progressive and bold works from our outstanding class of 2018 – the next generation of Australian artists.
Join us for the open studios where you can visit the spaces of all our of our MFA students.
Featured image:
Elham Ahmadi (MFA Painting)
Untitled I
oil and acrylic and cotton thread on canvas
70 x 70 cm
Time
(Sunday) 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
National Art School
Forbes Street
12nov11:00 am5:00 pmMFA Exhibition: Open Studios
Event Details
Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art
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Event Details
Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art School. Visit the NAS Gallery, Rayner Hoff Project Space, Annex and Open Studios to experience fresh, progressive and bold works from our outstanding class of 2018 – the next generation of Australian artists.
Join us for the open studios where you can visit the spaces of all our of our MFA students.
Featured image:
Jon Setter (MFA Photomedia)
Pink with Black and Blue
archival pigment print
82.62 x 57.62 cm
Time
(Monday) 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
National Art School
Forbes Street
13nov11:00 am5:00 pmMFA Exhibition
Event Details
Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art
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Event Details
Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art School. Visit the NAS Gallery and Rayner Hoff Project Space to experience fresh, progressive and bold works from our outstanding class of 2018 – the next generation of Australian artists.
Featured image:
Emily Clay (MFA Printmaking)
linocut on Fabriano paper
35 x 50 cm
Edition 1 of 3
Time
(Tuesday) 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
National Art School
Forbes Street
14nov11:00 am5:00 pmMFA Exhibition
Event Details
Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art
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Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art School. Visit the NAS Gallery and Rayner Hoff Project Space to experience fresh, progressive and bold works from our outstanding class of 2018 – the next generation of Australian artists.
Featured image:
Jane McKenzie (MFA Ceramics)
Black Tower
saggar-fired stoneware
42 x 29 x 18 cm
Time
(Wednesday) 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
National Art School
Forbes Street
15nov11:00 am5:00 pmMFA Exhibition
Event Details
Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art
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Event Details
Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art School. Visit the NAS Gallery and Rayner Hoff Project Space to experience fresh, progressive and bold works from our outstanding class of 2018 – the next generation of Australian artists.
Featured image:
Emilie Syme-Lamont (MFA Drawing)
Swimming on the Sabbath III
oil on panel
70.5 x 60 cm
Time
(Thursday) 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
National Art School
Forbes Street
16nov11:00 am5:00 pmMFA Exhibition
Event Details
Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art
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Event Details
Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art School. Visit the NAS Gallery and Rayner Hoff Project Space to experience fresh, progressive and bold works from our outstanding class of 2018 – the next generation of Australian artists.
Featured image:
Charlotte Bakker (MFA Sculpture)
Curvature 1
timber, steel and perspex
32 × 25 × 26 cm
Time
(Friday) 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
National Art School
Forbes Street
17nov11:00 am5:00 pmMFA Exhibition
Event Details
Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art
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Event Details
Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art School. Visit the NAS Gallery and Rayner Hoff Project Space to experience fresh, progressive and bold works from our outstanding class of 2018 – the next generation of Australian artists.
Featured image:
Louise Allerton (MFA Photomedia)
Fluxus I
archival pigment print
84 x 56 cm
Edition 1 of 3 + AP
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
National Art School
Forbes Street
18nov11:00 am5:00 pmMFA Exhibition
Event Details
Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art
more
Event Details
Please join us as we celebrate the achievements of our postgraduate students, with new art from new artists, on show throughout the National Art School. Visit the NAS Gallery and Rayner Hoff Project Space to experience fresh, progressive and bold works from our outstanding class of 2018 – the next generation of Australian artists.
Featured image:
Sean Wadey (MFA Painting)
Tensile Yield
acrylic on polyester
43 x 33.5 cm
Time
(Sunday) 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
National Art School
Forbes Street
23nov6:00 pm9:00 pmIMAGinE Awards Night 2018
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The IMAGinE awards recognise the people who work in museums and galleries across NSW and the contributions they make. IMAGinE celebrates all institutions and pays homage to those organisations run
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The IMAGinE awards recognise the people who work in museums and galleries across NSW and the contributions they make. IMAGinE celebrates all institutions and pays homage to those organisations run by volunteers, with limited budgets and minimal resources. These awards offer a unique opportunity for museums and galleries in NSW to advocate, promote their achievements and raise their profile within the sector and the broader community.
The awards presentation night will take place at the National Art School on Friday 23 November 2018 (6-9pm). All nominees are eligible to purchase discount early bird tickets before the nomination closing date. Please read the Guidelines for more information.
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Title image: Pip and Pop’s Magic Moment in tactile exhibition at Penrith Regional Gallery & The Lewers Bequest. Courtesy of the artist. Photography by silversalt
The IMAGinE awards are an initiative of Museums & Galleries of NSW, developed with support from Museums Australia NSW and Regional and Public Galleries of NSW.
Time
(Friday) 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
Cell Block Theatre
Forbes St Darlinghurst NSW 2010
26nov5:30 pm8:30 pmNAS Life Drawing Club 26/11/18NAS Life Drawing Club - Monday 26 November 2018
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Join a friendly community of people who love drawing from life models, in the new bi-weekly Life Drawing Club. No experience necessary or long-term commitments, pay as you go and
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Join a friendly community of people who love drawing from life models, in the new bi-weekly Life Drawing Club. No experience necessary or long-term commitments, pay as you go and draw at your own pace. There is no formal tuition provided.
About the NAS Life Drawing Club:
- Cost is $20 per session. Book online here and bring your receipt to each session
- Monday and Thursdays from 5:30 – 8:30pm (following the NAS undergraduate semester timetable)
- Drawing studio is located on the first floor of building 16
- A variety of different models are provided throughout the semester
- Managed by NAS Public Programs and supervised by a NAS representative
Time
(Monday) 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location
Building 16
National Art Gallery Ticket
Purchase one ticket for the National Art School's weekly Life Drawing Club
Ticket - Life Drawing Club
NAS Life Drawing Club - Monday 26 November 2018
29nov5:30 pm8:30 pmNAS Life Drawing Club 29/11/18NAS Life Drawing Club - Monday 2 November 2018
Event Details
Join a friendly community of people who love drawing from life models, in the new bi-weekly Life Drawing Club. No experience necessary or long-term commitments, pay as you go and
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Event Details
Join a friendly community of people who love drawing from life models, in the new bi-weekly Life Drawing Club. No experience necessary or long-term commitments, pay as you go and draw at your own pace. There is no formal tuition provided.
About the NAS Life Drawing Club:
- Cost is $20 per session. Book online here and bring your receipt to each session
- Monday and Thursdays from 5:30 – 8:30pm (following the NAS undergraduate semester timetable)
- Drawing studio is located on the first floor of building 16
- A variety of different models are provided throughout the semester
- Managed by NAS Public Programs and supervised by a NAS representative
Time
(Thursday) 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location
Building 16
National Art Gallery Ticket
Purchase one ticket for the National Art School's weekly Life Drawing Club
Ticket - Life Drawing Club
NAS Life Drawing Club - Thursday 29 November 2018
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