Artist Representation – Studio Gallery’s Waterloo Extension

As the latest extension of Studio Gallery, the new Waterloo Upper Loft effectively quadruples the exhibition space for their represented contemporary artists. Headed by Founder and Director artist Kerry Armstrong, the galleries represent both national and international artists with a strong sense of social responsibility.

As the third space opened by Studio Gallery since the group was first established in 2016, the Waterloo Upper Loft addition joins the two already established Melbourne galleries and, this year, will be closely followed by a new Studio Gallery in Brisbane. Embedded within the artistic community, Studio Gallery proudly exhibits the work of over 80 Australian, Aboriginal and international artists, ranging from emerging talent in the industry through to mid-career and critically acclaimed artists. “We are very careful to select a unique and authentic representation of the genres,” notes Kerry.

Whilst Studio Gallery also works extensively in the digital space, the physical gallery proposes a captivating experience that unites visitors with their innermost selves.

Whilst Studio Gallery also works extensively in the digital space, the physical gallery proposes an engaging experience that unites visitors with their innermost selves. “A gallery must catch your breath and take you somewhere within your own soul,” enthuses Kerry. Each Studio Gallery exhibition is individually defined and possesses its own unique set of characteristics; however, the three galleries are joined together by their arresting qualities. An interplay between natural and thoughtfully installed art lighting creates a dramatic internal space that enhances the visual magnetism of the art.

Stemming from Kerry’s career as a successful artist working within abstract expressionism, Studio Gallery is fuelled by a passion for the future of the art industry in Australia, as well as an appreciation of the career paths the industry creates and sustains. Kerry is acutely focused on the important role a gallery plays in facilitating growth for their talent base. “It is our growth strategies and work ethic that will see a bright future for and with our artists. A modern contemporary commercial gallery, in my opinion, must work hard to open new markets and collector/collaborative bases for their talent.” A recent partnership with a Los Angeles gallery will see the works of Clare Brodie, Miranda Russell and Claire Kirkup planning their careers both in Australia with Studio Gallery and abroad. “All three of these artists have huge collector bases here in Australia,” explains Kerry, “and now, with the addition of an L.A. gallery we partner with, all three will be exhibiting there later this year.”

An interplay between natural and thoughtfully installed art lighting creates a dramatic internal space that enhances the visual magnetism of the art.

Studio Gallery is inextricable from its ethical and egalitarian principles, without which the essence of the brand would be lost, Kerry explains. “Egalitarian to us means we are here with an open hand to work really hard ‘with’ artists, not to have the overt power to make or break them,” she says. Firm in the knowledge that a gallery is only as good as its talent base and relationships, Studio Gallery operates with the artists in mind, placing great importance on paying their artists very promptly in consideration for their needs and lives. Environmentally, the gallery recycles all materials and uses QR codes to eliminate paper catalogues.

Studio Gallery showcases the depth and range of contemporary art, doing justice to artists worldwide. With a new gallery in Brisbane set to join the company’s trio of spaces, the future of artistic experience promises to be bright.