Watt Space Gallery

Watt Space, the University of Newcastle's student art gallery, is an activity of UoN Services, also known as "the U". It is a place of inspiration and experience for our students - a place where they can engage with the community through their art. We welcome the public to visit our exhibitions and opening events and support our emerging student artists.

Current exhibitions

02/10/13 - 13/10/13

2013 ARTIST IN RESIDENCE PROGRAM

Join us during the TINA (This Is Not Art) festival for the 2013 artist in residence program. This year nine students will work and exhibit in the exhibition space.

Kate Burton will be working on drawings depicting Australian birds.

Elissa Jane will create an interactive space where the public is encouraged to explore their sense of play.

Brooke Hazelgrove is creating works relating to her continuing interest in costume and Cosplay culture.

Drew Holland will create an installation of 12 portraits. He invites the viewers to bring along photographs of friends and relatives to paint.

Shelagh Lummis will produce a series of small to medium sized paintings with a focus on compositions that suggest elements of landscape, colour mixing and technique. She will encourage visitors to try their hand at colour mixing,

Jessica McLeod - Yu will be drawing and working on her novel called The Wish Bringer.

Aislin MacDonald is a Canadian student on placement at UoN. Her drawings are a reflection on comparisons between Australia and Canada.

Emma Stronach will explore anatomy, creating sculpture from MDF.

Lia Wing Shan is interested in the relationship between footwear and women's beauty. she will be felting an alternative to uncomfortable footwear proscribed by fashion.

See more information on our latest exhibitions and opening events.

Gallery opening hours

Watt Space Gallery is open from 11am – 5pm  Wednesday to Sunday or by appointment.