Artisan Collective Port Stephens

Artisan Collective Port Stephens A local arts initiative supporting Port Stephens artists. Our gallery is located at D’Albora Marina, Nelson Bay. Open Daily 9 - 5 pm
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Summer trading hours 9am-5pm; Winter 10am-4pm, 7 days a week A community arts initiative supporting Port Stephens artists. Our gallery is located at D'Albora Marina, Nelson Bay.

MEET THE ARTIST — FIONA HEARD“I love colour, but do I have a favourite? I’m not sure.”For artist Fiona Heard, colour is ...
04/09/2026

MEET THE ARTIST — FIONA HEARD
“I love colour, but do I have a favourite? I’m not sure.”

For artist Fiona Heard, colour is an instinctive and joyful part of her creative practice. She gravitates towards colours found in the Australian landscape - rich greens, earthy ochres and the soft, pale turquoise of calm water.

Working across painting and printmaking, Fiona embraces the qualities of different mediums. She works with oil-based inks for printing, and both oil and acrylic paint in her paintings.

And when asked why she loves working with oils, her answer is wonderfully simple:
“There is nothing quite like the smell of oil paint in the studio.”

Fiona’s work reflects a deep appreciation for colour, texture and the natural world, inviting us to pause, look closely and experience the joy of seeing.

Fiona Heard is a member of Artisan Collective Port Stephens, a vibrant community of local artists showcasing original contemporary art in the heart of Nelson Bay.

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Nelson Bay, NSW
Open 7 days, 10am–4pm
d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay

Come and discover Fiona’s work alongside an inspiring collection of local artists.
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SALT & PETAL EXHIBITION Artists: Kay Hathway ~ Lianne ManleyMeet the artists every SATURDAY in September at 10.30am and...
01/09/2026

SALT & PETAL EXHIBITION
Artists: Kay Hathway ~ Lianne Manley
Meet the artists every SATURDAY in September at 10.30am and discover the stories, inspiration and creative process behind this captivating collection.
We’d love to see you there.

Exhibition: 1-30 September 2026
Open daily: 10am-5pm

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d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay
Shop 17, D’Albora Marina
Nelson Bay NSW 2315

Salt & Petal invites you to slow down, breathe, and truly look — exploring the quiet connection between sweeping coastal landscapes and the intimate, fleeting geometry of flowers.

Through beautifully considered contemporary photographic art, Kay Hathway and Lianne Manley capture moments of stillness, texture, movement and memory. Each image reveals something a little different as you spend time with it — a gentle reminder of nature’s changing seasons, the passage of time, and the beauty found in slowing down.

MIKE RUMBLE | SCULPTUREThere’s something wonderfully special about giving old timber a new life.Working with fallen timb...
29/08/2026

MIKE RUMBLE | SCULPTURE
There’s something wonderfully special about giving old timber a new life.

Working with fallen timber and driftwood, Mike allows the natural character, texture and imperfections of each piece to guide the work. Using a combination of modern hand tools alongside traditional adzes, splitting wedges and carving chisels, the timber gradually reveals its own personality.

Rather than striving for perfect, machine-made forms, Mike embraces the beauty of the handmade — creating organic, often abstract sculptures that capture the spirit of the creature within the timber.

Mike has exhibited at Sculptures at Fort Scratchley and Sculptures in the Garden at Mudgee in 2023 and 2024.

Discover Mike Rumble’s unique timber sculptures at Artisan Collective Port Stephens d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay

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Open daily 10am–4pm

Come in and explore the gallery and discover the wonderful stories held within the timber.

WHAT ARE YOU DOING ON THE 5th SEPTEMBER? You’re invited to join the artists. Kay Hathway & Lianne Manley invite you to e...
26/08/2026

WHAT ARE YOU DOING ON THE 5th SEPTEMBER? You’re invited to join the artists.

Kay Hathway & Lianne Manley invite you to experience Salt & Petal — a thoughtful collection exploring the quiet, overlapping boundaries between the sea and botanical form.

A Contemporary Photographic Art Exhibition

Grounded in the philosophy of “a slower way of looking,” this exhibition brings together sweeping, fluid coastal environments with the intimate and fleeting geometry of floral structures.

Both artists are driven by curiosity and considered technical experimentation. Rather than demanding immediate attention, these works invite you to pause, breathe and truly look — creating a grounding presence through subtlety, contrast and restraint.

Join the artists
Saturday 5 September from 10:30am

Exhibition: 1–30 September 2026
Open daily: 10am–5pm

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d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay
Shop 17, D’Albora Marina
Nelson Bay NSW 2315

Come and take a slower look at SALT & PETAL — a beautiful meeting of sea, flora, memory and light.

Images:
1. A quiet world
2. Splash
3. Kingsley wavers
4. Blooming red

MEGAN BARRASS | why I keep painting nature and my surroundings - A. It’s an interesting question for an artist. For me, ...
25/08/2026

MEGAN BARRASS | why I keep painting nature and my surroundings -
A. It’s an interesting question for an artist. For me, the answer is the environment I live in and love.
I return again and again to birds, fish, flowers and the coastal landscape of Port Stephens - not to simply reproduce what I see, but because nature offers an endless language of shape, movement, colour, rhythm and energy.
These are the moments that hold my attention.

And something interesting happens when I share the artwork. Collectors often use the word: JOY.
That tells me something important.

Perhaps what they recognise isn’t just a bird, a flower, a fish or a coastal scene.
Perhaps they recognise the feeling of being connected to the natural world.
That is what keeps me painting.

Megan Barrass is a proud member of Artisan Collective Port Stephens, where you can experience her vibrant paintings in person and discover the stories and energy behind each work.

Art isn’t only about what you see.
It’s about what you feel when you see it.

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Gallery OPEN
7 days l 10am-4pm winter hours l 9am-5pm summer hours
d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay

MEET GLASS ARTIST SALLY WALKER We’re delighted to introduce Sally Walker, whose lifelong creative journey has led her to...
21/08/2026

MEET GLASS ARTIST SALLY WALKER
We’re delighted to introduce Sally Walker, whose lifelong creative journey has led her to the captivating world of fused and art glass.

Encouraged by her husband to explore art back in 1994, Sally discovered not only an incredible community of people, but a creative energy within herself that would become an essential part of her life.

Inspired by sacred geometry and nature, Sally creates work that celebrates both the precision and unpredictability of this remarkable medium.

Discover Sally’s beautiful glasswork at Artisan Collective Port Stephens.
Come and experience the colour, light, craftsmanship and individuality of her work in person.

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Ground Floor, D’Albora Marinas, Nelson Bay

Open 7 days | 10am–4pm

Come in, explore the work of our talented local artists and makers, and discover something truly unique.

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LIZ HEVIA & GOYA TORRES — DUO EXHIBITIONTwo powerful artistic voices. Two extraordinary women. One vibrant celebration o...
18/08/2026

LIZ HEVIA & GOYA TORRES — DUO EXHIBITION

Two powerful artistic voices. Two extraordinary women. One vibrant celebration of creativity, culture and female artists.

We’re thrilled to present Liz Hevia & Goya Torres, whose bold and unapologetic works come together in an exciting exhibition shaped by their Mexican heritage, personal stories and deep commitment to pushing creative boundaries.

Goya Torres blurs the line between fine art and street art, bringing together rich colour, expressive mark-making and powerful characters. Her dynamic practice has been showcased across Australia, Mexico, the USA, UK and Europe through exhibitions, murals, live-painting events and public art projects.

Liz Hevia, a Mexican contemporary artist based in Nelson Bay, creates vibrant, symbolic paintings exploring healing, migration, feminine strength and emotional identity. Her work speaks to personal transformation and the power of creativity.

Together, Liz and Goya invite us into a world of colour, strength, identity and fearless expression.

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Come and experience this exciting exhibition up close and support two remarkable female artists.

Gallery Opening Hours
Thursday – Sunday: 10am – 4pm

Don’t miss this one — come, explore and immerse yourself in the colour and energy of Liz & Goya’s work.

02/08/2026

At Artisan Collective Port Stephens, our Artist Talks are designed to bring collectors and art lovers closer to the creative process — offering a deeper understanding of the inspiration, stories and ideas behind the works in each new exhibition.

Artist Talks provide a unique opportunity to meet the artists, explore the new exhibition through their eyes and gain an insight that goes far beyond what is seen on the gallery wall.

Image is from today’s talk by Liz Hevia & Goya Torres; their artworks are featured in the gallery for the month of AUGUST
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See the art. Hear the story. Feel the connection.

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Artisan Collective Port Stephens is open:
7 days; 10.00 am – 4.00 pm


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Opening today! Come and say hi to Liz Hevia Art and Goya Torres today at d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay Coming together and...
02/08/2026

Opening today! Come and say hi to Liz Hevia Art and Goya Torres today at d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay

Coming together and drawing heavily on their Mexican roots, these two artists show their deep commitment to creating art, pushing boundaries and contributing to female artist representation.

NOW SHOWING | RHYTHM AND BLUESImmerse yourself in the creativity of two remarkable artists at Artisan Collective Port St...
26/07/2026

NOW SHOWING | RHYTHM AND BLUES
Immerse yourself in the creativity of two remarkable artists at Artisan Collective Port Stephens this July.

Gwendolin Lewis captures the raw beauty and power of the NSW coastline through expressive paintings in oils and soft pastels. Inspired by the ever-changing sea, her works are rich with vibrant colour, dynamic textures and masterful drawing, reflecting a lifetime dedicated to artistic excellence. Working from her Mayfield studio, Gwendolin brings together her background in design and fine art to create evocative maritime landscapes that are both energetic and timeless.

Alongside Gwendolin’s paintings, Anne Gazzard presents an exquisite collection of handcrafted porcelain ceramics celebrating the universal language of music. From delicate sound waves that gently dance in the breeze to sculptural interpretations of harps, drums and musical forms, each piece is individually hand-built in Lumina Porcelain and high-fired to create beautifully refined, enduring works of art.

Whether you’re a passionate art collector or simply looking for inspiration, Rhythm and Blues is an exhibition not to be missed.

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Exhibition: July 2026

Gallery Hours
Everyday: 10am–4pm

We look forward to welcoming you.

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D'Albora Marina
Nelson Bay, NSW
2315

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Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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