LOOKING FOR ART?
With more than 600 artworks on-site in our Prahran gallery at any time, our team can assist you to find the perfect artwork that aligns with your interests, meets your aesthetic preferences and satisfies your art collecting goals. Our team is as passionate about guiding first-time buyers at the start their art journey, as they are when working with seasoned art collectors and curators.
Drop in to see our rotating program of exhibitions or to browse our large stockroom, bursting with art.
And to top off your visit, our Design Store showcases a range of small items by Australian artisans and makers. Whether you're looking for a unique piece of hand-crafted jewellery, tableware, blown glass or a handmade candle, we have a range of objects that are perfect special gifts for a loved one or just for you.
We also assist interior designers, stylists and architects to guide their clients towards considered choices for their projects.
WHY CHOOSE US?
We make the art world accessible, whether you’re filling your first wall or building a collection, we listen to your objectives, and match our clients with artworks they’ll love for life. We've done all the research to bring you the very best work by a curated list of credentialed artists, so you can stop the endless scroll of art on instagram and start enjoying quality contemporary art on your walls.
With more than two decades as a gallerist and curator, I help clients discover and collect art that speaks to them, combining my deep knowledge of artists with a warm, approachable style, making your art journey enriching, and deeply personal.
We also offer a full post-sales service including framing, delivery, placement and hanging.
ABOUT US
Gallerysmith has been recognised name in the visual arts for 17+ years. Since 2008, the gallery has developed a strong reputation for showcasing artists with international reputations and important mid-career artists while also successfully shaping the careers of younger practitioners. From our new space located between High St and Commercial Rd in Prahran, we present rotating exhibitions and support art collectors.
Director Marita Smith's 25+ years in the visual arts (plus her tertiary education in Architecture, Fine Art and Museum Studies) ensures she can advise on all aspects of collecting contemporary art and building a robust art collection. Gallery Manager Belinda Neilson holds a Masters of Art Curatorship and has almost ten years of experience in the commercial gallery sector. Our small dedicated team is bolstered by our communications specialist Lulu Smith.
Gallerysmith supports a list of represented artists who are carefully selected to uphold the gallery’s vision of presenting work which has enduring cultural value. We have a particular interest in highlighting talented artists who have slipped under the radar, including women artists.
Our artists are regularly selected for awards, curated exhibitions and acquired by public gallery collections.