Revival Art & Design Gallery

Revival Art & Design Gallery presents contemporary and fine art with a strong Queensland focus, alongside work by artists from elsewhere in Australia. Its programme includes solo and group exhibitions, an annual Emerging Artist Prize and appearances by represented artists at interstate and international art fairs. The gallery also brings together Australian industrial design and handmade work from craftspeople working in areas such as glass, ceramics, wood and upcycled art.

The setting is described as cosy, welcoming and eclectic, with an emphasis on connecting visitors with the people who made the work. Founder and director Pauline Elphinstone selects artists for their distinctive styles and points of view, from emerging practitioners through to established names. That makes the gallery a useful stop for anyone who wants to learn more about the artist and provenance behind a piece, rather than simply view art anonymously.

The featured artists give a sense of the range on offer. Mark Gawne creates textured, semi-abstract landscapes concerned with memory and sensation, while Julie Poulsen explores colour, composition and unexpected visual narratives. Jay Feather works across installation, contemporary abstraction and ceramics, drawing on the sea, botanical forms and everyday symbols. Some of Feather’s original paintings can also be viewed using 3D gallery glasses, offering a more immersive way to consider the brushwork.

Visitors can see works in the gallery or browse the online stockroom, which includes pieces by represented and guest artists, with delivery enquiries handled by the gallery. Revival also offers the space for independent artists and collectives to stage exhibitions, workshops and events, with professional lighting and a hanging system. It suits solo art lovers, prospective collectors and small groups looking for a considered Brisbane gallery visit, as well as artists seeking an exhibition venue.