Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery
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Nestled in the Granite Belt, Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery offers a delightful escape for art enthusiasts. The gallery showcases a diverse range of events and exhibitions, embracing rural influences such as the stunning granite landscapes and unique native flora and fauna. Visitors can admire the superb watercolors by Christine Porter, depicting iconic sheep shearing sheds in rural Australia. The gallery's collection features outstanding artwork with a variety of pieces that are well presented.Why you should go
- Explore a superb collection of contemporary Australian art
- Experience well-lit and beautifully presented exhibitions
- Engage with friendly and communicative staff members
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Superb collection of contemporary Australian art. Well lit and presented, very friendly and communicative lady in reception desk. Definitely worth a visit.
I'm not reviewing the art as I haven't seen the current art but I saw the upgrade and was quite.. Surprised.
So I googled how big of an upgrade it was and where the funding came from.
"The funding for the Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery, particularly for its recent expansion and redevelopment into the Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery and Library precinct, came from a combination of sources. The total cost of the project was $7.96 million. Of this amount, $2 million was provided by the Australian Government, while the remaining funds were contributed by the Southern Downs Regional Council. This collaborative funding effort supported the refurbishment and expansion of the facility, which was officially opened on August 8, 2024. Additional details about earlier funding or ongoing operational costs are not specified in the available information, but this breakdown reflects the primary sources for the recent major project."
I'M SORRY BUT WHAT?!
8 MILLION DOLLARS OF TAXPAYER MONEY WENT TO THIS?!?!
As much as I love the Art Gallery, this is absolutely disgusting!! I can think of easily 100 better things for the people of Stanthorpe's hard earned money to go to.
This honestly horrified me and was enough for me to remove a star from the review from 3 stars to 2. It was 3 stars before I saw the amount of taxpayer dollars wasted on it. I can't even say "spent" as that is just a waste.
The Carnarvon Bridge has been a ticking time bomb with a walkway blocked off for over a DECADE. The council's excuse? They "lacked the technology" (intelligence, skills and courage) to fix the required maintenance and built pathways all around and under it.
Not directly across like before. The bridge shouldn't even be driven on, why wasn't that prioritised.
Stanthorpe Today posted: No plans to upgrade Carnarvon Bridge, says TMR
24/10/2024
This is not the fault of the Art Gallery but the council that provided the funding.
Aside from the spending:
It was soooo beautiful before, the gardens everywhere were absolutely stunning and gave such a warm and welcoming feel to the whole Gallery as well as the Library.
Now it looks and feels cold and unwelcoming.
I'm guessing it's meant to look modern but it really doesn't. Nothing modern looks like this.
As for the inside it is nice. But not $8M nice. Definitely not $6M taxpayer dollars.
Please don't take this review as a review of the art featured (it changes and is beautiful often) or of the Gallery staff, they too are absolutely wonderful), but I just can't justify giving more stars for this. I do apologize to the staff that will have to see this, please don't take this as a reflection of yourselves in any way ♡
The current exhibition by Christine Porter is suberb. Her watercolours detailing the iconic sheep shearing sheds in the rural areas of the country. They are so lifelike. Definitely worth a visit.
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Know before you go
- Visit during art shows or music performances for an enriched experience
- Take time to appreciate the granite landscapes surrounding Stanthorpe depicted in artworks
- Check out local markets and festivals in Stanthorpe for a vibrant cultural experience alongside visiting the gallery
- Consider joining kids' art lessons or get-togethers at the gallery for interactive activities
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The Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery underwent a significant upgrade funded by $7.96 million, with $2 million from the Australian Government and the rest from the Southern Downs Regional Council. While some reviewers were critical of the amount of taxpayer money spent on the project, others praised its superb collection of contemporary Australian art, friendly staff, and beautiful exhibitions like Christine Porter's watercolors depicting rural scenes. Visitors appreciated the gallery's intimate yet open atmosphere that showcases rural influences and hosts various events and performances.Review score
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Superb collection of contemporary Australian art. Well lit and presented, very friendly and communicative lady in reception desk. Definitely worth a visit.
I'm not reviewing the art as I haven't seen the current art but I saw the upgrade and was quite.. Surprised.
So I googled how big of an upgrade it was and where the funding came from.
"The funding for the Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery, particularly for its recent expansion and redevelopment into the Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery and Library precinct, came from a combination of sources. The total cost of the project was $7.96 million. Of this amount, $2 million was provided by the Australian Government, while the remaining funds were contributed by the Southern Downs Regional Council. This collaborative funding effort supported the refurbishment and expansion of the facility, which was officially opened on August 8, 2024. Additional details about earlier funding or ongoing operational costs are not specified in the available information, but this breakdown reflects the primary sources for the recent major project."
I'M SORRY BUT WHAT?!
8 MILLION DOLLARS OF TAXPAYER MONEY WENT TO THIS?!?!
As much as I love the Art Gallery, this is absolutely disgusting!! I can think of easily 100 better things for the people of Stanthorpe's hard earned money to go to.
This honestly horrified me and was enough for me to remove a star from the review from 3 stars to 2. It was 3 stars before I saw the amount of taxpayer dollars wasted on it. I can't even say "spent" as that is just a waste.
The Carnarvon Bridge has been a ticking time bomb with a walkway blocked off for over a DECADE. The council's excuse? They "lacked the technology" (intelligence, skills and courage) to fix the required maintenance and built pathways all around and under it.
Not directly across like before. The bridge shouldn't even be driven on, why wasn't that prioritised.
Stanthorpe Today posted: No plans to upgrade Carnarvon Bridge, says TMR
24/10/2024
This is not the fault of the Art Gallery but the council that provided the funding.
Aside from the spending:
It was soooo beautiful before, the gardens everywhere were absolutely stunning and gave such a warm and welcoming feel to the whole Gallery as well as the Library.
Now it looks and feels cold and unwelcoming.
I'm guessing it's meant to look modern but it really doesn't. Nothing modern looks like this.
As for the inside it is nice. But not $8M nice. Definitely not $6M taxpayer dollars.
Please don't take this review as a review of the art featured (it changes and is beautiful often) or of the Gallery staff, they too are absolutely wonderful), but I just can't justify giving more stars for this. I do apologize to the staff that will have to see this, please don't take this as a reflection of yourselves in any way ♡
The current exhibition by Christine Porter is suberb. Her watercolours detailing the iconic sheep shearing sheds in the rural areas of the country. They are so lifelike. Definitely worth a visit.
Went to see the murals just outside. Great photo op for kids. Even an enthused teen-ager.
Excellent rural gallery, intimate but open to a wide range of events and exhibitions. We enjoy going there!
Many city galleries have become 'academic' and inaccessible to the average person's appreciation of the arts. But the Stanthorpe gallery has remained open to rural influences - including the spectacular granite landscapes surrounding the town, as well as the unique native plants and birds.
It regularly holds art shows and music performances, with the generous support of local benefactors and the mayor and Council.
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