Experience Australia's Art Scene

Watch an interview with Botanical Guide, Julie Prent

Join Botanical Guide Julie Prent & Botanica’s Carly Gotz, as they discuss the link between gardens and art over the ages, where to find great artists' gardens and how you can incorporate art into your own garden. 

Hans Heysen’s The Cedars, South Australia

Some of the most iconic paintings of the Australian bush were painted by Hans Heysen. On our 7 Day South Australian Wine and Roses with Clare Valley trip, we visit his home and studio nestled in the Adelaide hills and learn more about this famous artist. His studio, The Cedars, remains just as he left it with an unfinished painting still sitting on the easel and the frayed carpet showing how he moved around to catch the best light from the window. On the beautiful property, see the famous gums he so lovingly painted.

Mona, Museum of Old and New Art, Tasmania

One of Australia’s most famous private galleries Mona (Museum of Old and New Art) can be found in Hobart. Since opening in 2011, Australia’s largest privately funded gallery has become the country’s premier art destination. Located on Hobart’s Berriedale Peninsula, it houses an eclectic and thought-provoking collection of contemporary and antique pieces. Visit on Botanica’s 9 Day Private Gardens, Art and Taste of Tasmania with Bruny Island trip.

Silo Art Trail, Victoria