What's on

Living Treasures: Masters of Australian Craft | Prue Venables 

1 August - 25 September

Acclaimed ceramicist Prue Venables is the ninth artist in the ADC series Living Treasures: Masters of Australian Craft. Her major body of work for this exhibition explores the significance of everyday objects through multiple sequences of forms in porcelain, with additional elements in metal and wood.

GIANTS: Isabel Avendano Hazbun

1 August - 25 September 2019

GIANTS by Isabel Avendano Hazbun is a feminist exploration of dress and adornment.

Object Space

1 August - 25 September

Object Space is a window gallery located in the window of the ADC Offices on William Street in Darlinghurst. From 1 August is the exhibition Just shopping, always shopping by designer Jane Théau featuring a large-scale lace drawing depicting people in unexceptional, everyday moments.

Events and workshops

A great range of events coming up to keep you inspired. Grab a friend and come into the Centre for workshops, talks and inspiration.

Gadigal Mural

Gadigal Mural, designed by Sydney artist Jason Wing, with ADC's First Nations Creative Producers Dennis Golding and Lucy Simpson is a collaborative artwork referencing both the topographical patterning and material culture of Gadigal country.

Sydney Craft Week

Friday 11 October – Sunday 20 October 2019

Sydney Craft Week is an inspirational festival that speaks to our fundamental human urge to create, while also showcasing exceptional contemporary craft.

Profile 2019
Contemporary Jewellery and Object Award

3 October - 13 November 2019

Australian Design Centre (ADC) presents this biennial award exhibition in partnership with the Jewellery and Metalworkers Guild of NSW (JMGA-NSW). With over 75 works this exhibition presents a diverse and comprehensive cross-section of national and international contemporary jewellers and object designers.