Things to do in Mornington Peninsula, Victoria: The Best Art Galleries

The Mornington Peninsula now proudly hosts this dynamic and welcoming Art Gallery. Southern Buoy Studios is a not for profit Art Gallery Incorporating 8 unique artists studios where visitors have the chance to engage and understand the artists process. Southern Buoy studios provides a space and platform to engage with community and to encourage and challenge our understanding of the arts.

The Tom Putt Fine Art Photography Gallery showcases the best aerial landscape photography from Australia and the world. Select from our Open Edition prints or for the art collector, our exclusive Limited Edition artwork.

Welcome back! Looking forward to seeing visitors and friends of the gallery again soon. Currently the gallery is open most weekends and by appointment. Hours 11am - 4pm. Please phone before coming to be sure the gallery is open. Enjoy an eclectic range of fine craft works including textiles, wood, glass, ceramics and jewellery, as well as a selection of Persian rugs and kelims. The gallery is known for it’s unique hand-painted ceramic tiles, which have been incorporated into homes and businesses on the Mornington Peninsula, Australia wide and overseas. Located in a natural bush gully setting, the exterior has recently been refurbished, creating a stunning outdoor environment.

The FAC is a purpose-built performing and visual arts venue in the heart of Frankston and is one of the largest outer metropolitan arts venues in Australia incorporating an 800 seat theatre, 2 exhibition gallery spaces, a function centre, a 192 seat black box theatre and the creative arts hub - Cube 37. Established in 1995, the FAC has a long history and commitment to community, cultural development and increasing access opportunities to promote mental health and wellbeing through the arts. The Centre attracts approximately 250,000 visitors through its doors each year. Over 50% of visitors come from outside the Frankston municipality, most notably from the Mornington Peninsula and Westernport regions, as well as Melbourne's bayside and along EastLink to Ringwood. The FAC is an Inclusive venue, providing arts opportunities for all abilities and is unique in its field having a dedicated Arts Access Officer and program including live theatre captioning, ticket subsidy scheme, educational pathways and specialised workshops. The FAC is managed by an Independent Board of Management and receives an annual budget subsidy as part of Council's operations. Many local schools, theatre companies, community arts groups and artists use the facility each year. A subsidised community rate is provided to all community hirers. The FAC plays host to approximately one quarter of a million visitors annually; attracted to artistic offerings which range from community and school productions to sell-out performances by touring national and international artists. Renowned for its variety of theatre, visual arts and new media arts, from local, national and international artists, The FAC’s mission is to provide and inspire creative experiences that strive for a positive community participation and engagement.

Artist owned Gallery and teaching studio. Large range of acrylics on canvasses as well as watercolours. Framed and un framed. Teaching one to one or large groups. Specialising in beginners.

Pt. Leo Estate is indeed a visual feast for all who visit with art, rolling vineyards and ocean views commanding the horizon as far as the eye can see. From the moment guests arrive, they are taken by the sweeping views that emerge in front of them encapsulating glimpses of Phillip Island, across the 50-acre vineyard, landscapes of grazing cattle and an expansive 19- acre Sculpture Park with the vast Westernport Bay. Comprising a Cellar Door & Wine Terrace at one end and ‘Laura’, our fine dining restaurant to the other, the Pt. Leo Restaurant experience sits at the heart of this world-class venue.

Manyung Gallery Sorrento offers visitors to the Southern Mornington Peninsula, an opportunity to see 120 original, high quality, Australian artworks by a diverse range of contemporary artists including sculptors. Manyung art and interior consultants are friendly and easy to work with. They can help you with a selection of art options, organise artwork home-trial, assist with the final choice, placement, installation and ensure you are totally happy with the 'fit' of your artworks.