Art shapes how we see and understand the world. From painting and sculpture to photography and digital media, Clever Planet highlights the work of Australian artists, past and present. This page is for educators, students, and anyone passionate about art, offering insights into techniques, ideas, and creative practices. Whether you’re discovering new artists or exploring your own creativity, this is a space to engage with and celebrate Australian art.
Andrew Rogers creates monumental geoglyphs across seven continents in his "Rhythms of Life" project, employing local communities to build massive stone structures that merge contemporary artistic vision with ancient techniques and cultural symbols visible from aerial perspectives.
Melbourne curator Melissa Loughnan's Utopian Slumps gallery transformed from a non-profit space in a dingy Collingwood alley to a respected commercial enterprise representing fifteen artists internationally, exemplifying the creative tension between artistic idealism and market realities.
Oigåll Projects transformed the 2025 Melbourne Art Fair’s VIP Lounge into a peach-toned, inflatable wonder. Blending art, design, and architecture, the space redefines what a gallery can be; immersive, sustainable, and playfully profound.
Kim Westcott is a celebrated Australian artist known for large-scale drypoint prints, bold paintings and acrylic engravings. Winner of the 1991 International Biennial Print Exhibit, her work features in major collections worldwide. Based in Bpagerang Country, she draws inspiration from forests.
Amber Wallis is an Australian painter known for her lyrical abstraction, blending personal history with explorations of femininity and communal living. She has been recognised with awards such as the Brett Whiteley Traveling Art Scholarship (2008) and the Wollumbin Art Award (2022).
Nite Art was a one-night annual event in Melbourne, transforming the city into a vibrant open-air gallery. Featuring art trails across galleries, pop-ups, and public spaces, it connects people with emerging and established artists, making art accessible and celebrating Melbourne’s creative spirit.
"Melbourne Now" at the National Gallery Victoria celebrated Melbourne's dynamic art, design, and culture scene. The exhibit showcased local artists across diverse media, highlighting the city’s creativity and encouraging public engagement with contemporary art.
Stewart MacFarlane is an Australian figurative painter known for vivid, narrative-driven works exploring themes of identity and isolation. With over 50 solo exhibitions globally, his art is held in major collections like the National Gallery of Australia and the NGV.
Rick Matear is an Australian artist celebrated for his evocative seascapes and coastal landscapes, particularly those depicting the Mornington Peninsula. His work captures the interplay of light and water, offering viewers a sensory experience of Australia's coastal beauty.
Nic Plowman is an Australian artist renowned for his expressive drawings and paintings that delve into themes of mortality, vulnerability, and masculinity. His work has been featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions, and he has been a finalist in several prestigious art prizes.
Mark Schaller is an Australian artist known for his vibrant paintings and sculptures, often depicting dynamic urban scenes and expressive figures. A founding member of Melbourne's Roar Studios, his work is featured in major collections, including the National Gallery of Australia.
Marguerite Tierney is an Australian artist and early childhood visual arts educator based in Newcastle, NSW. She co-owns Blackstone Gallery and is known for her whimsical, darkly humorous artworks inspired by children's imagination and dreams.
Highly celebrated figurative and still life painter Lewis Miller was born in Melbourne in 1959 and trained at the Victorian College of the Arts, where he also completed his post graduate studies. He exhibits at Australian Galleries in Melbourne and Sydney and at Bruce Heiser in Brisbane.
Kate Shaw is an Australian artist renowned for her vibrant, abstract landscapes that explore the intersection of nature and artifice. Her innovative use of acrylic pours and collage techniques has garnered international recognition, positioning her as a significant figure in contemporary art.
Julian Twigg is an Australian artist renowned for his expressive maritime paintings, ceramics, and prints. His work captures the dynamic essence of coastal environments, particularly Port Phillip Bay, and is featured in major collections, including the National Gallery of Victoria.
John Waller is an Australian artist renowned for his abstract landscape paintings that capture the essence of the Australian terrain. His work has been exhibited extensively and is held in major collections, including the National Gallery of Victoria.
