Mudgee Arts Precinct

03/09/2026

On now upstairs at Mudgee Arts Precinct.

28/08/2026

Experience the Mudgee Region through the eyes of one of its own.

Join us on Friday 25 September for the opening of Sam Paine: A Year in Mudgee, a striking exhibition that captures the colours, seasons and familiar landscapes of our region.

At 5:30pm, hear directly from Sam during a special exhibition walk-through, offering insights into the places, memories and observations behind the works.

SAM PAINE: A YEAR IN MUDGEE
OPENING EVENT & FLOOR TALK: 5:30 – 8:00 PM Friday 25 September 2026
LOCATION: Mudgee Arts Precinct, 90 Market Street Mudgee NSW
COST: Free


Mudgee Region Mudgee Guardian Arts Outwest

21/08/2026

Four Remarkable Exhibitions. One Incredible Destination.

Think you need to head to the city to see exceptional exhibitions? Think again.

Right now, Mudgee Arts Precinct is showcasing some of the most exciting exhibitions you'll find anywhere in regional NSW.

Explore the Mediterranean light and landscapes of LUSTRE: Contemporary Artists in Greece & Crete, experience the wit and insight of Australia's leading political cartoonists in Behind the Lines 2025: Are We Rolling? and discover the renowned David Hockney: Temporary Spaces exhibition on tour as part of the National Gallery of Australia's touring the National Collection.

Plus, don't miss 'No one regrets this more than I do: Unexpected lessons from a noseless hangman', a fascinating collection of original works by Michael Bourke created for the new book by Rachel Franks.

From internationally celebrated artists to contemporary Australian voices, there's never been a better time to visit Mudgee Arts Precinct.

MUDGEE ARTS PRECINCT
90 Market Street, Mudgee NSW 2850
Open daily 9am –5 pm
FREE entry

www.mudgeeartsprecinct.com.au



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19/08/2026

THE PORTRAIT PRIZE IS RETURNING. START CREATING NOW.

The MAP Portrait Prize returns in 2026.
Artists, it's time to start planning, sketching and creating your portraits.

The Mudgee Arts Precinct Portrait Prize exhibition will be held from 27 November 2026 to 21 February 2027, showcasing outstanding portraiture from across the region and beyond.

We're currently finalising an exciting prize program with our valued sponsors, with full details to be announced soon.

For now, consider this your friendly heads-up: start creating your portrait entry and watch this space for more information, including prize announcements and entry details. Entries will close on 3 November 2026.

MAP PORTRAIT PRIZE 2026
more details coming soon...

Mudgee Arts Precinct
90 Market St, Mudgee NSW 2850
Open daily 9am – 5pm

www.mudgeeartsprecinct.com.au

17/08/2026

Congratulations to Felicity Cavanough for winning the Waste to Wonder Award at the 2026 Waste 2 Art Regional Showcase held in Broken Hill with her work Rubbish or Fairy Wren!

The 2026 Waste 2 Art Regional Showcase is now on display at the Albert Kersten Mining & Minerals Museum (GeoCentre), Broken Hill, until 5 September 2026.

View the full list of winners here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1c596frhtu/?mibextid=wwXIfr

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17/08/2026

Let’s face it - sometimes work can be a bu**er of a thing.

Next Friday 21st of August, knock off early and join me and Rachel Franks Rachel Franks Mudgee Arts Precinct as we raise a glass to a bloke who had a much worse job than any of us can imagine.

No one regrets this more than I do Unexpected life lessons from a noseless hangman

Exhibition and book launch Mudgee Arts Precinct, Friday 21st August 4-5pm.

Special thanks to our sponsors and partners
Create NSW
Mudgee Arts Precinct
State Library of NSW
Old Dubbo Gaol
Mudgee Readers' Festival
Di Lusso Estate
Small Batch Brewery & Hop Farm

16/08/2026

Calling all artists, art teachers and creative educators!

Join acclaimed artist and researcher Natalie Leontaris O'Connor for a unique workshop at Mudgee Arts Precinct. Drawing on her extensive practice in colour, materiality and creative inquiry, Natalie will share insights and approaches that will inspire both your own artmaking and your teaching practice.

Whether you're a practising artist, arts educator, or simply looking to reinvigorate your creative process, this is a valuable professional development opportunity not to be missed.

NATALIE LEONTARIS O'CONNOR WORKSHOP: THE COLOUR OF PLACE: EXPLORING PIGMENT, LANDSCAPE THROUGH PAINTING

DATE: Friday 18 September
TIME: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
ADDRESS: Mudgee Arts Precinct Cultural Workshops, 90 Market Street, Mudgee
COST: FREE
Suitable for art educators through to experienced artists, participants must be over 18yrs.

Places are limited. Book now:
https://www.mudgeeartsprecinct.com.au/WHATS-ON/Events-directory/Natalie-Leontaris-O%E2%80%99Connor-Workshop

For more information contact [email protected] or call 02 6378 2850

MUDGEE ARTS PRECINCT
90 Market St, Mudgee NSW 2850
Open daily 9am – 5pm
www.mudgeeartsprecinct.com.au

14/08/2026

Experience LUSTRE: Contemporary Artists in Greece & Crete, a captivating exhibition now showing at Mudgee Arts Precinct.

Inspired by the landscapes, culture and extraordinary light of Greece and Crete, this exhibition also tells a deeper story. In 2025, a group of Australian and New Zealand artists retraced the footsteps of ANZAC soldiers who served during the 1941 Greece and Crete campaigns, visiting the landscapes where stories of courage, endurance and sacrifice unfolded during the Second World War. The journey followed in the path of renowned Australian war artist William Dargie, whose works documented these historic events.

Through painting, photography and contemporary art, LUSTRE reflects on the enduring connections between Australia, New Zealand and Greece, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience both the beauty of the Mediterranean and the legacy of those who served.

Whether you're drawn to contemporary art, history, or the ANZAC story, this remarkable exhibition is not to be missed.

Exhibiting Artists:
Riste Andrievski, Angeliki Androutsopoulos, Deirdre Bean, Michael Bradfield, Michelle Hiscock, Alan Daniel Jones, Joanna Logue, Steve Lopes, Euan Macleod, Natalie Leontaris O’Connor, Amanda Penrose Hart & Rodney Pople

LUSTRE: Contemporary Artists in Greece & Crete
24 July – 20 September 2026

Mudgee Arts Precinct
90 Market St, Mudgee NSW 2850
Open daily 9am – 5pm
FREE Entry

www.mudgeeartsprecinct.com.au


Mudgee Region
Mudgee Guardian Club Mudgee Mudgee RSL Sub Branch

Images:
LUSTRE exhibition installation photos at Mudgee Arts Precinct

14/08/2026

13/08/2026

Mudgee Arts Precinct is proud to present A Year in Mudgee, a new exhibition by local artist Sam Paine, celebrating the changing landscapes and seasons of the Mid-Western Region.