7 things to explore at the Melbourne Fair

Here’s your handy guide to all you need to see and do during your visit. Don’t miss out on any of the arty adventures! After reading this blog you’ll be all set to join the fun at Affordable Art Fair Melbourne.

TOP ATTRACTIONS AT AFFORDABLE ART FAIR MELBOURNE
(1 – 4 September 2022)

A Fresh Selection of Art

Our family of over 40 galleries from across Australia and beyond will be unveiling thousands of outstanding artworks. With each original work priced between AU$100 and AU$10,000, there is sure to be the perfect piece for you. No matter what your taste, space or budget is.

Creative Hub

Get inspired at our invigorating Creative Hub! You can expect to see artists in action, live mural painting by Young Talent artist Tegan Iversen, as well as colouring for the children. Throughout the fair artists will demonstrate techniques in live painting sessions for you to enjoy. Artists include watercolour painter Philip Edwards, award-winning artist David Hinchliffe, Leroy McLaughlin as well as acrylic painter Andria Beighton.

Art Under $1,000

Affordable Art Fair champions a core ethos of accessibility and transparency. We are delighted to bring you a special collection of artworks priced under AU$1,000. These affordable and impressive artworks will be marked with a hot pink sticker. Keep your eyes peeled as you walk around the fair! 

Art Focus: Young Talent Victoria Showcase

We’re delighted to unveil our five Melbourne Young Talent artists, whose work will make up a curated exhibition designed to showcase the immense talent from across the state. Our rising stars Mark Chu, Miranda Smith, Liam O’Neil, Tegan Iversen and returning Alice Oehr will have original artworks for sale that are not to be missed!

Sensational Special Projects

Alongside our fabulous galleries, you can explore our curated selection of Special Projects from renowned artists. Featuring Jackie Case’s interactive custom-built ATM, where you can purchase a five-minute sketch for $35. You can also expect an array of sculptures and installations from artists includingCezary Stulgis, Pimpisa Tinpalit, Bart Sanciolo and Aldo Bilotta.

Augmented Reality Digital Art Performances

Immerse yourself with visual art and join Dorsett Hospitality International who have partnered with digital art and creative studio The Collective to create and bring The Way We Dance – an Augmented Reality (AR) performance art piece to Affordable Art Fair.

Indulge in our food and beverage offerings!

Whether you are looking for a glass of bubbly to wander the gallery stands with, or prefer to power-up with a flat-white, the fair will provide the goods to ensure that you don’t suffer from art ‘fair-tigue.’

We can’t wait to open the doors of Affordable Art Fair Melbourne next month, so what are you waiting for? Sign up to our mailing list and mark the date in your diary (1 – 4 September Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre).

Pssssst… if you buy your tickets in advance, you’ll skip the queues!