CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF ART IMAGES GALLERY
Founded in 1985, Art Images Gallery has grown to become one of Adelaide’s most respected and long-standing contemporary art spaces. Over the past four decades, the gallery has showcased emerging talent, supported established Australian artists, and created a platform for diverse mediums including:
Painting
Printmaking
Sculpture
Glass
Ceramics
Jewellery
The 40-year anniversary exhibition marks a major milestone — four decades of creativity, storytelling, community, and dedication to Australian contemporary art. This year, the gallery is bringing together over 50 artists, making it one of their largest and most exciting Christmas exhibitions to date.
Being part of this lineup is incredibly special, especially knowing the gallery’s long history of supporting independent makers and fine craftsmanship.
WHAT I’LL BE EXHIBITING
For this special anniversary show, I’ll be presenting a curated collection of handmade jewellery, including:
Botanical statement pieces
New bone and specimen-inspired designs
Limited-edition earrings, necklaces & brooches
Small-run pieces available exclusively through the gallery
Each piece is created in my Adelaide studio using slow, intentional techniques. For those who love alternative jewellery, contemporary craft, and collectible wearable art, this exhibition offers the perfect chance to see my work in person.
ABOUT THE CHRISTMAS 2025 EXHIBITION
Art Images Gallery’s annual Christmas exhibition is known for its colour, fun, vibrancy and diversity — a celebration of creativity across many mediums. It’s the kind of show where you can wander through painting, sculpture, ceramics, glasswork… and then discover unique handcrafted jewellery like mine among the mix.
This year, the gallery is inviting visitors to help make their 40th year the best ever. The opening night celebration will include:
A huge collection of artwork from 50+ Australian artists
A festive atmosphere filled with colour and creativity
A chance to meet makers and artists
The first opportunity to purchase new works before they sell
If you'd like to explore the exhibition online, preview works, or learn more, visit:
👉 https://www.artimagesgallery.com.au/exhibitions/
WHY THIS EXHIBITION MATTERS
For independent makers and contemporary artists, galleries like Art Images are essential. For 40 years they have:
Supported local and national artists
Provided a platform for unique and unconventional art forms
Helped collectors discover new talent
Built a strong creative community in South Australia
To be included during such a historic year is not only meaningful for me personally, but also for Olivia Dryden Jewellery as a growing Adelaide brand.
JOIN ME AT THE OPENING
If you’re in Adelaide, I would absolutely love to see you at the opening night celebration.
📍 Art Images Gallery
4a/1 Payneham Road, Stepney SA
🗓 Friday 21 November 2025
⏰ 6–8pm
Come explore the exhibition, support local artists, and celebrate four decades of creativity. It’s going to be a big one — and I’m thrilled to be part of it.
Olivia
