Artisans

Enjoy a stroll through galleries. Be inspired!!
 
Fertile fields and fertile imaginations - the talents of artists and craftspeople shine in Warrnambool where the green dairy country meets the sea. This is a land rich in creative history - from our indigenous people to the many talented artists, craftspeople, musicians and performers who now make Warrnambool home.
 
Warrnambool offers visitors the ideal combination.. great art and crafts in unique galleries, artists' studios and shops, as well as great scenery and cafes to encourage a day of viewing and shopping! With such striking landscapes to inspire artists you will be surprised and delighted at the range of art available that will make a wonderful memory of your Warrnambool visit.
 
Our Galleries and Artist's Studios
 
Warrnambool Art Gallery Nineteenth century Australian Landscapes, European salon paintings, Melbourne Modernism 1930's - 50's , historical and contemporary images of the region. Gift Shop and Rest Rooms.
 
Beachhead Gallery of Contemporary Art Unusual and interesting contemporary artwork including painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, photography and textiles designed and created by the resident artists and other local artists. Changing exhibitions.
 
Customs House Gallery Exciting and diverse contemporary art within an historic building. Changing exhibitions of paintings, sculptures, prints, ceramics, glass, jewellery and textiles.
 
The Loft Gallery Showcasing local creative talent, artwork in all mediums. Changing monthly exhibitions.
 
Purple Pigeon Gallery & Cafe Stunning variety of hand crafted goodies in many mediums, photography, textiles and indigenous works. Lovely cafe in a relaxed garden setting.
 
Robert Ulmann Studio View an extensive selection of originals, prints and cards from the collection of one of Australia's leading wildlife artists, Robert Ulmann. Also botanical paintings by his daughter Justine, in a beautiful studio overlooking the ocean and whales.
 

The creative talent of our city looks forward to welcoming you to their galleries and studios.