CREATIVE ARTS & GALLERIES
The breadth and depth of the artistic talent in the valley is astonishing, with renowned artists of all disciplines living and working in the valley. Performing arts cover the spectrum from comedy to Shakespearian tragedy, and fire-twirling to magic. The visual arts are well represented in the local galleries, with stunning paintings, sculpture, ceramics, textiles, photography, timber furniture and more!
The Laguna Art Show is a major annual event held in September, and regular art exhibitions are held in the Wollombi Cultural Centre. Browse through the Events Calendar to see what’s on!
Defiance Sculpture Park at The Gate Gallery
Defiance Sculpture Park at The Gate Gallery
2480 Wollombi Road Wollombi, NSW 2325work
Phone: 02 4998 3370work
Email: thegategallery@gmail.comINTERNET
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Australia’s premier privately owned commercial sculpture park was officially opened on 29th September 2012 by John MacDonald. This is a unique opportunity to view 50 outdoor sculptures by Australian and International artists in the expansive grounds of The Gate Gallery. The Folly by Stephen King pictured.
Opening Hours: Friday-Monday from 10am to 3pm or by appointment.
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Undercliff Winery & Gallery
Undercliff Winery & Gallery
152 Yango Creek Road Wollombi, NSW 2325postal
Phone: 02 4998 3322work
Mobile: 0413 259 429cell
Email: finewines@undercliff.com.auINTERNET
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A Ferment of art and wine! You will be made very welcome at the cellar door. This historic property was proclaimed ‘Undercliff’ in 1846. The vineyard was planted in 1990. Wines are made on site and we are well known for our vintage and sparkling wines and our bird labels! Art is for sale from local and internationally acclaimed artists.
Opening Hours: Daily from 10am to 5pm.
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John L Coombes Photography
John L Coombes Photography
Mobile: 0429 009 320cell
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At the Gallery, see a stunning display of limited edition photographic prints and canvases by locally based, nationally renowned freelance photographer, John L Coombes. His images capture the rich history of Wollombi and his stunning landscape photographs reflect the mysticism of the area’s rich Aboriginal heritage.
Opening Hours: NEW GALLERY OPENING SOON
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The Gate Gallery
The Gate Gallery
2480 Wollombi Road Wollombi, NSW 2325postal
Phone: 02 4998 3370work
Email: thegategallery@gmail.comINTERNET
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The Gate Gallery established by Caroline M. van Zanten-Klop and Willem van Zanten in 2010 focuses on Australian and International Contemporary Art and Aboriginal Art. Four exhibitions are held annually showcasing renowned Australian and International artists such as Phlilip King, Tony Slater, Ewen McCloud and Germaine Pyke. The stock room houses Aboriginal art from the Utopia art movement and contains works by artists such as Kudditji Kngwarreye, Gloria Petyarre, Betty Mbitjana and Walawa (pictured).
Opening Hours: Friday-Monday from 10am to 3pm or by appointment.
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The Wollombi Quilt
The Wollombi Quilt
2884 Wollombi Road Wollombi, NSW 2325work
Email: lynnywall@gmail.comINTERNET
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In February 2007 Wollombi Stitch N’ Bitch group decided to create a community quilt. The guidelines were to create 30cm x 30cm squares depicting “something you love about our valley” Any texture was acceptable. All those who volunteered became busy knitting, stitching, quilting, painting, spinning, dyeing wool and experimenting with cameras, computers, mud, silk and feathers.
On June 9, 2007 cyclonic rain brought floods to the valley isolating properties, cars and people for weeks. It was feared that the quilt may have “gone under”. However fifty women and two men persevered to produce a quilt of fifty four squares depicting a wonderful diversity of, events and even catastrophes including wildlife, birds, flowers, poetry, wineries, historical buildings, bush fires, and the recent flood, as well as activities such as the Book Club, Tennis Club, Cricket Club and Arts and Crafts.
Next time you are in Wollombi, why not visit the Wollombi Quilt? You can see the quilt in the corridor behind Noyce Bros cellar door, within the Gray’s Inn in the centre of the village. Open 6 days a week (closed Tuesdays).
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