Opened in 1965, Chrissie Cotter Hall has long been a place for public gathering and cultural life. Named in honour of Mrs Chrissie Cotter, known for her social and humanitarian work, it was transformed into a community gallery in 1996. For the past 30 years, Chrissie Cotter Gallery has supported artists to create, experiment, and share their practice with the local community.
The 2026 season marks a special milestone. Drop in, say hello, and support local Inner West artists as we celebrate 30 years of making space for ideas, creativity, and connection. Exhibitions are free.
Current Exhibition
Photo credit: Olivia Arnold, Light Maze (2025)
Light Ode
Artist: Olivia Arnold
Opening Night: Thursday 28 May, 6pm to 8pm
Exhibition Dates: 28 May - 14 June 2026
Local artist Olivia Arnold presents, Light Ode; an exhibition that documents place through meditative drawing and observation. In this exhibition, the audience will immerse themselves in a suspended drawing maze, study the pages of large scale artist books, and see their urban landscape in new and poignant ways.
"My practice is centred on slowing down and noticing. This exhibition is an incredible opportunity to develop large scale, experimental works, that encapsulate overarching themes of mindful observation and memorialising fleeting moments. I hope that as visitors enter the exhibition they are met with a sense of wonderment; of the beauty found in the everyday, those quiet pockets of light in a fast-moving world." - Olivia Arnold
Program
Mindful Drawing and Book Binding - 6 June, 10am to 1pm
Olivia Arnold, local artist and experienced educator, will run a drawing and book-binding workshop (suitable for ages 12 and up) within her exhibition Light Ode. Participants will be guided through a mindful approach to drawing; responding to light, sound and texture. Once complete, participants will learn a simple stab binding process, creating an artist book they can take home. All materials will be provided. Bookings essential. Cost $11
Coming Up Next
Folds
Opening Night: Friday 19 June, 6 to 8pm
Exhibition Dates: 18 June - 5 July 2026
Folds presents a new body of work influenced by Gilles Deleuze’s theory of the fold and the Baroque, in dialogue with my ongoing investigation of kawaii culture. Combining Canadian smocking with embroidery, crochet, sewing, drawing and printmaking, my interdisciplinary approach echoes the multiplicity of folds, relishing in the excess and drama of kawaii and baroque aesthetics.
2026 Autumn Zine
Further information
Our exhibition program is selected through an annual Expression of Interest process. Applications for the 2027 season will open in late 2026. Stay in the know by signing up to our Creative Communities newsletter to be the first to hear when the EOI opens, along with updates, opportunities, and more.
Read general information for applicants here. (PDF, 4.43MB)
For further information about the Chrissie Cotter Gallery, contact amylia.harris@innerwest.nsw.gov.au.
Thursday–Sunday, 10am–4pm
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step free entrance
- Accessible toilet
- Seating available
- Guide and support animals welcome
- Low sensory environment
Location
31A Pidcock Street, Camperdown (Next to Camperdown Commons)
