Now Showing @ Victorian Artists Society

Our five beautifully restored galleries feature exhibitions by VAS Members and renowned Australian and international artists.

Our exhibitions display a diverse range of mediums and styles.

With 150 years of history, the Victorian Artists Society (VAS) remains one of Australia's preeminent art institutions.

Now Showing

VAS Edward Heffernan Drawing Exhibition 2026
19 Aug 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
Cato Gallery & Mackley Members' Room

Gregory R Smith: Time Leaves its Mark
19 Aug 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
Frater, McCubbin and Hammond Galleries

Upcoming Exhibitions

Maxine Wade: Land For Sale
2 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
Mackley Members' Room

VAS Spring Select Exhibition 2026
3 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
Frater, McCubbin & Hammond Galleries

The VAS Spring Select Exhibition marks the third and final qualifying round for artists competing for the prestigious Hylton Mackley Artist of the Year Award.

Susannah Bond and Melissa Fraser: Oceans Apart
9 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
Cato Gallery

VAS Maritime Exhibition 2026
23 Sep 2026 - 4 Oct 2026
Frater & McCubbin Galleries

This exhibition features artworks including tall ships, peaceful beach scenes and the ever changing moods of the ocean.

Ellsworth Overton: 50 Years with The Victorian Artists Society
23 Sep 2026 - 4 Oct 2026
Cato Gallery

That Little Something Xtra!
23 Sep 2026 - 4 Oct 2026
Frater Gallery

Opening Night Celebrations Thursday 24th September 6pm-8pm

Shaynell Barboza
23 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026
Mackley Members' Room

Essence is a collection of contemporary portrait paintings celebrating women, identity and belonging.

MSWPS: Changing Perspectives 2026
7 Oct 2026 - 18 Oct 2026
Frater, McCubbin, & Hammond Galleries

The highly anticipated Annual Exhibition features new works created over the past two years by MSWPS members. With a membership of over ninety, more than one hundred artworks will be displayed. Disciplines include painting, printmaking, and sculpture, with mediums ranging from oil and acrylic to bronze, ceramic, timber, glass, and more.

Kingswood College
7 Oct 2026 - 18 Oct 2026
Cato Gallery

Twenty Melbourne Painters Society 108th Annual Exhibition
21 Oct 2026 - 1 Nov 2026
Frater, McCubbin and Hammond Galleries

The TMPS is thrilled to return to the Victorian Artists Society Galleries for our 108th annual exhibition.

Maria Radun: In The Moment
21 Oct 2026 - 1 Nov 2026
Cato Gallery

Amanda Hyatt VAS: Windows of Life
4 Nov 2026 - 22 Nov 2026
Cato Gallery

The Hylton Mackley Artist of the Year Award 2026
5 Nov 2026 - 29 Nov 2026
Frater, Hammond & McCubbin Galleries

The highlight of the Victorian Artists Society's exhibition calendar sees peer-voted finalists across three Seasonal Select exhibitions present works for consideration in the $20,000 Hylton Mackley Artist of the Year Award.

VAS Christmas Salon 2026
2 Dec 2026 - 3 Jan 2027
Cato Gallery

This festive showcase celebrates small and affordable artworks perfect for holiday gifting. The exhibition will be held at the Cato Gallery from December 2, inviting art lovers to explore a curated selection of unique creations by VAS artists. Unlike other exhibitions, works can be taken at the time of purchase for easy gifting.
Jemma Cakebread, winnie in the studio