studio A

studio A Studio A creates professional pathways for artists with disability, so they can achieve their artistic and economic aspirations. Supported by ArtsNSW

Studio A is a supported studio based in Sydney Australia that tackles the barriers that artists living with intellectual disability face in accessing conventional education, professional development pathways and opportunities needed to be successful and renowned visual artists. The enterprise paves professional pathways for such artists so that they can achieve their artistic and economic aspirati

ons. Studio A provides its artists with a working studio space equipped with specialist materials and support-staff. It also manages an annual exhibition program and facilitates weekly workshops provided by invited contemporary artists. Studio A supports a variety of artists working within a range of disciplines and thus strategically links Studio A artwork with an equally diverse range of target markets including art, design, craft, and corporate markets. The Studio A program is structured to operate as a social enterprise, meaning revenue derived from the program’s activities is invested back into the program to increase its artistic and social outcomes. Income derived from the sale and exhibition of artwork directly benefits the artist. Studio A contributes to various personal outcomes for the artists including increased self esteem, increased aspirations for the future, broader social networks and a sense of belonging, increased financial security and improved mental health. More broadly, within the community Studio A reduces stigma associated with people with disabililty and increases diversity and inclusion. Studio A offers the mainstream arts sector access to new artists and new opportunities for unique collaborations.

Final day to visit ‘SAD, MAD, THINKING birthday – Celebrating Studio A’s Diamond Decade’!💎 Tomorrow, Saturday 30 May, is...
29/05/2026

Final day to visit ‘SAD, MAD, THINKING birthday – Celebrating Studio A’s Diamond Decade’!💎

Tomorrow, Saturday 30 May, is your last chance to experience Studio A’s major exhibition celebrating 10 years of creativity, collaboration and impact.

and stopped by today to see their work one last time before the exhibition closes. LOVE the big smiles boys!😁

🕙 Saturday 30 May, 10am–4pm
📍 The Garden Gallery,
🎟️ Free entry | All welcome

Don’t miss it!

The Burwood Art Prize 2026 exhibition is now open! 🎨✨Congratulations to our two finalists, and , who are join this Fr...
28/05/2026

The Burwood Art Prize 2026 exhibition is now open! 🎨✨

Congratulations to our two finalists, and , who are join this Friday’s opening night celebrations, where this year’s winners will be announced!🎉

The theme, ‘I AM HERE – Celebrating Cultural Narratives and Perspectives’, invites artists to explore ideas of presence, identity, and place through their work. It highlights the importance of cultural identity, lived experience, and community within contemporary multicultural Australia.

Visit the exhibition and these incredible works at Library until 28 June!

, Lex From Neland Lex, 2025, acrylic on canvas, 61 × 91 cm
, Self Portrait of Adam, 2026, acrylic on cardboard, 80 × 96 cm

Comprising a retrospective showcase and a brand-new immersive installation, ‘SAD, MAD, THINKING birthday’ marks a decade...
27/05/2026

Comprising a retrospective showcase and a brand-new immersive installation, ‘SAD, MAD, THINKING birthday’ marks a decade of Studio A making art, creating experiences and fostering a more interesting and inclusive art world.💎🥳

Featuring iconic Archibald Prize portraits by Studio A finalists, alongside works that inspired major public artworks and standout pieces from across the studio, the exhibition reflects the breadth and impact of Studio A’s practice.

Audiences are invited to step into a bespoke dining room installation highlighting Studio A’s long-standing collaborations with leading Australian artists and designers.🍽️

Featuring artworks by and , the table setting was produced alongside Studio A’s creative collaborators, with linen napkins by .official, spiralled jute placemats by , etched glassware by , and porcelain dinnerware by .

Free to enter, the exhibition is open daily 10am–4pm until 30 May at the Garden Gallery . We hope you have the chance to immerse yourself in an exhibition that shares creativity in a way only Studio A can.💗

📸: .william

26/05/2026

Artists! artworks are due THIS WEEKEND.😱

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the show. If your artwork is ready, like here, register it online and get it in the post ASAP.📮

We can’t wait to see your creations, so you’d better get moving!🏃‍♂️

Get out of the rain and enjoy ‘SAD, MAD, THINKING birthday - Celebrating Studio A’s Diamond Decade’.💎Our major exhibitio...
25/05/2026

Get out of the rain and enjoy ‘SAD, MAD, THINKING birthday - Celebrating Studio A’s Diamond Decade’.💎

Our major exhibition is open everyday, 10am-4pm until Saturday 30 May at The Garden Gallery, .

We’d be so HAPPY to see you there!🙂🙃

As National Volunteer Week comes to an end, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to the incredible people who give their...
23/05/2026

As National Volunteer Week comes to an end, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to the incredible people who give their time, creativity and care to Studio A. This includes our wonderful all-volunteer Board!❤️

Behind every exhibition, event and studio day are people who show up with generosity, warmth and a genuine belief in our artists and their work. Your support helps make Studio A a place where artists can grow and thrive.

Thank you for backing our artists, championing inclusion, and being such an important part of our community. We truly couldn’t do it without you.❣️

📸: Studio A board members Deborah Ely, John McCabe (Chair) and Douglas Spencer with CEO/Artistic Director Gabrielle Mordy and Principal Artist Emma Johnston.

Studio A is 10 years old! 🥳We were so grateful to celebrate this milestone by officially launching our ‘SAD, MAD, THINKI...
22/05/2026

Studio A is 10 years old! 🥳

We were so grateful to celebrate this milestone by officially launching our ‘SAD, MAD, THINKING birthday’ exhibition with our nearest and dearest.💗

There were speeches, happy tears, hugs, toasts, a three-tier birthday cake, flowers, cupcakes with happy/mad faces, singing and so much love in the room.🧁

We were so happy to share this special evening with our incredible supporters , .australia and , alongside our creative collaborators .official, , , and . A heartfelt thank you also to and for the delicious celebratory drinks, to and for their impeccable fabrication, and to the Garden Gallery team for their generous help in bringing the exhibition and evening together.

THANK YOU to everyone who has played a part in the success of Studio A and our artists over the past 10 years. Your support has helped artists with intellectual disability build sustainable, professional careers and shape a more inclusive creative culture and we can’t wait to continue this work together for decades to come.💞

Hip-hip-hooray!🎉

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There are only two weeks left until works are due!😱If you’re a registered artist, finish up your fabulous work and pop ...
18/05/2026

There are only two weeks left until works are due!😱

If you’re a registered artist, finish up your fabulous work and pop it in the post pronto!

The Incognito crew have been busy receiving and organizing all the work sent so far, but found time to pop by the studio and show their t-shirt design.💞

The Studio A crew were very impressed by the result, as was Lex who treated the wonderful Incognito team to portrait sittings on the spot!

You can get your own Lex designed t-shirt on the Incognito website now.😊

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