WCG Friends is a vital part of the social life of the Gallery. It aims to bring together people who support and nurture the role and activities of the Gallery as well as to stimulate and educate communities within the Illawarra region.
There are many great reasons why you should become a Friend. You will enjoy:
- personal invitations to all functions, special previews, exhibition openings and events
- enjoy special members outings and trips to the National Gallery, regional galleries and other places of interest
- enjoy morning teas, workshops, artist talks
- receive member discounts on purchases at the WCG Shop (15%)
- receive member discounts on all School Holiday Workshop (15%)
- a reduced rate on all public programs
- reciprocal rights at many leading galleries in Australia, including National and State galleries
- your membership helps WCG Friends supports local emerging artists by sponsoring the Gallery’s annual Artist in Resident program
WCG Friends is open to all members of the public and is a great way to enhance your gallery experience and to meet new people and make new friends. Keep up to date with our events by following us on facebook
| New Resident Artist This program is sponsored by WCG Friends and provides an excellent opportunity for local and visiting artists to gain new audiences for their work.
Jenny Tubby: Resident Artist July 2011 - June 2012
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Image: Resident Artist 2011-2012, Jenny Tubby in the Gallery studio. Photograph by Bernie Fischer. |
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WCG Friends 2010 Photographic Prize Winner Professional category was Leon Gregory. This Prize is a bi-annual prize the next scheduled for 2012. |
Image: 2010 Photographic Prize winner Professional category Leon Gregory with work titled Eva |
Wollongong City Gallery Friends proudly sponsored by Tyrrell's Wines