Sat 5 Sep to Sun 11 Oct, at 2:30 pm-12:00 pm | Free
Discover Spirit of the Landscape, a free art exhibition in Mandurah celebrating the beauty of place through inspiring plein air and studio-based works by acclaimed Australian and international artists.
Immerse yourself in the beauty, stories and spirit of the natural world at the Spirit of the Landscape Art Exhibition, a captivating showcase of contemporary landscape painting at the Mandurah Performing Arts Centre.
Featuring an exceptional collection of works by renowned Australian and international artists, this free exhibition explores the deep connection between artists, landscapes and communities. Through both plein air paintings created outdoors and studio-based interpretations, visitors are invited to experience the unique character, light, colour and atmosphere of landscapes from across Australia and beyond.
Plein air artists have a profound respect for the land and the stories it holds. Painting directly within the environment allows them to capture fleeting moments, changing light and the essence of a place in real time. The resulting artworks offer powerful reflections on nature, place, people and lived experience.
Presented as part of the lead-up to the acclaimed Plein Air Down Under Outdoor Painting Festival, Spirit of the Landscape celebrates artistic excellence while highlighting the important relationship between creativity and the environment.
This inspiring exhibition is a must-see for art lovers, collectors, visitors and anyone seeking to connect with the landscapes that shape our communities.
Feature Artists
Guest Artists
Exhibiting Artists
Saturday 5 September 2026
2:30pm
The opening follows the World Wide Paint Out in Mandjar Square and everyone is welcome to attend.
5 September – 11 October 2026
Free entry.
Please note that the Mandurah Performing Arts Centre may not always be open on weekends unless a performance or special event is taking place. Visitors are encouraged to check opening times before visiting.
Spirit of the Landscape forms part of the wider Plein Air Down Under program, Australia’s leading outdoor painting festival. Held annually across Mandurah and the Peel Region, the festival attracts artists from around Australia and overseas to paint en plein air, participate in workshops, demonstrations, artist talks and exhibitions celebrating the art of outdoor painting.
Alcoa Mandurah Art Gallery, Mandurah Performing Arts Centre, 9 Ormsby Terrace, Mandurah WA 6210