Council is now accepting Expressions of Interest for the exciting opportunity to exhibit at Berninneit Art Gallery, a purpose-built art gallery in the architecturally designed Berninneit cultural centre in Cowes, Phillip Island. Applications are welcomed from artists, curators, collective and organisations operating in both Bass Coast Shire and beyond for a 6-week exhibition between April and December 2025.

Gallery Vision

The Gallery is a professional visual arts space that showcases contemporary art and supports local artists. Attracting residents and visitors alike, it is a curated gallery that is Bass Coast’s first purpose-built exhibition space. The gallery will present curated and touring contemporary exhibitions relevant to our community, and showcase works from Bass Coast artists, Council’s collections and the wider arts sector.

We strive to present well-executed and coherent exhibitions that are of the highest quality from emerging and established artists from Australia and beyond. The exhibition programme is designed to present works that support and develop the Arts in the region which in turn fosters a strong sense of local identity and encourages meaningful dialogue and participation from community.

The gallery will present a program of high-quality contemporary, regional and First Nations produced exhibitions. The gallery offers a welcoming space for community engagement, exploration and enjoyment of contemporary art and cultural events, where a multi-disciplinary approach to programming allows for new ideas, perspectives and forms in art and culture to cross-pollinate.

Important Information

Please read the Exhibitors Information Pack: Expression of Interests 2025 to find out more about applying for an exhibition. Applications from exhibitors of all abilities are welcome, if you would like an alternative way of applying, please contact the Visual Arts Officer.

Applications close at midnight Sunday, 29 September 2024.

Three successful exhibition applications will be programmed for 6 weeks each between April and December 2025.

Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their proposal by email within six weeks of the application deadline.