Studio Visit and Interview with Michelle Arnott

Sydney-based painter Michelle Arnott has been captivating audiences with her charming miniature landscapes at the gallery for several years. Now, she's unveiling a new solo exhibition titled Vignettes: Ode to the Road Trip at The Corner Store Gallery, running from November 20th to 30th. This collection of small-scale paintings draws inspiration from Michelle’s journeys between Sydney, Orange, and beyond, with each piece capturing a distinct essence of these familiar yet often overlooked landscapes. It’s a heartfelt tribute to the simple beauty of fleeting moments glimpsed on the road.

Studio Visit and Interview with Nerrida Parfitt

In August, I had the privilege of visiting Nerrida Parfitt at her lovely home in Ballarat to preview the new pieces for her solo exhibition, Pause. Nerrida’s studio is a sun-drenched room perched on the top floor of her house. The bright and airy space, filled with natural light, is a stark contrast to the moody, introspective, and at times mysterious nocturnal scenes she masterfully brings to life on canvas. Each work reflects her unique ability to transport viewers into a world of quiet wonder and suspense.

Pause is an absolutely stunning exhibition by Nerrida Parfitt and is open to the public from November 6th through 16th.

Studio Visit and Interview with Allison Taplin

For many years, we've had the pleasure of working with landscape artist, Allison Taplin. Her stunning interpretations of Australia's vast and magnificent skies have made her one of our most beloved artists. With each brushstroke, Allison captures the serene beauty of the open sky, drawing viewers into a tranquil world where the peaceful expanse of blue seems to stretch endlessly. Her art invites us to pause, breathe, and experience the quiet stillness of nature.

First & Last is Allison’s first solo exhibition with us here at The Corner Store Gallery. We invite you to take a walk through Allison’s peaceful paddocks with us this October 9th - 19th. Join us for drinks with the artist on Saturday October 12th from 2pm and find out more about what makes Allison tick.

Studio Visit and Interview with Naomi Lawler

Naomi Lawler has been a beloved artist at The Corner Store Gallery since 2019, when she won our inaugural Mini Series Art Prize. A self-taught and highly talented painter, Naomi brings a unique personal touch to her work, often exploring themes with a distinctive blend of modern surrealism and darkness.

We are excited to present her second solo exhibition, The Things We Collect, on display from September 25th to October 7th. We warmly invite you to join us for the Opening Night on Friday, September 27th at 6pm.

Guest Curator Derice McDonald from Macquariedale Wines

We are thrilled to be working with Macquariedale Wines this month as our opening night sponsors. Macquariedale is truly one of my favourite local wineries and their magnificent cellar door is a must-see on your next trip to Orange!

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Winners of Our Regional Landscape Prize

View the winners of our 2024 Regional Landscape Prize sponsored by Source Architects and Quest Apartments Orange!

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Guest Curator Sarah Shrapnel from Colmar Estate Wines

Lovely Sarah from Colmar Estate Wines is our Guest Curator this month and she’s selected a beautiful group of artworks from our collection! It’s giving Spring, it’s giving fresh, it’s giving optimism for the warmer months ahead. Take a stroll through Sarah’s collection and while your here, book a tasting at their beautiful cellar door for your next weekend away or afternoon wine time! AND this October for the Orange Wine Festival Colmar Estate are hosting a Sparkling Masterclass! Get you tickets here before you miss out!

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Q and A with Jason McDonald

We first discovered Jason McDonald’s work as a finalist in our first ever Mini Series Art Prize back in 2019. Jason’s magnificent, unique and quirky photography work has been a favourite of our audience ever since. This August we are excited to present Jason’s new exhibition here at The Corner Store Gallery. He has created two new series, "Diorama Melodrama” AND “Portraits of Maggie”. Jason’s clever play on words and Australian culture are always a joy and this exhibition will be no exception.

The exhibition will be on display from August 28th until September 7th with an Opening Night Celebration on Friday August 30th from 6pm, we’d love to see you there.

We caught up with Jason recently to find out more about these new series and what makes him tick…

Studio Visit with Karlie Simring

Karlie's work is a masterful interplay of composition, texture, pattern, and materialism. Her distinct voice in the realm of modern textile art is remarkable. This solo exhibition is the result of her outstanding talent being recognized by our bi-annual Mini Series Art Prize in 2023. Selected unanimously by our panel of judges—Anne Masters, Larissa Blake, and myself—we are proud to present Unseen by Karlie Simring.

Guest Curator Ben Crossing from Angullong Wines

Ben Crossing from Angullong Wines is a true man of the land, and his deep appreciation for nature is evident in his Guest Curation selection. As an avid landscape enthusiast, Ben has handpicked six diverse landscape paintings from our collection, showcasing his favourites.

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Q and A with Michelle Ball

This July, I am thrilled to welcome a new artist, Michelle Ball, to The Corner Store Gallery. Just four short weeks ago, I extended an invitation to artists for a last-minute exhibition, and the response was overwhelmingly positive. Michelle Ball’s artwork stood out with its exquisite beauty, and I knew it would be a perfect addition to our exhibition calendar.

Michelle is a talented still life and landscape painter from the Northern Beaches of Sydney. Her surroundings of bushland and water clearly serve as a rich source of inspiration for her work. Her paintings capture the serene and vibrant essence of her environment, bringing a unique perspective to our gallery. We are confident that visitors will be as enchanted by her work as we are, and we look forward to showcasing her work Flora 24 at the gallery this July 3rd to 13th.

Michelle will be taking up residency in the gallery from Saturday the 6th of July until the close of the exhibition. Make sure you pop in and visit her while she creates new work in our beautiful space.

Guest Curator Christine Robson from Ross Hill Wines

We are back with another guest curation from our wonderful June wine sponsors Christine Robson of Ross Hill Wines. Ross Hill has a wonderful Cellar Door experience, I recently visited with my girlfriends last month and we had a fantastic time and purchased a bunch of delicious local wine! I highly recommend you pop out there next time you’re in Orange and take advantage of the beautiful space and friendly staff. They’re open 7 days a week for tastings, they have lots of different experiences on offer so head to their website to book your personalised trip today.