Chrissie Cotter Gallery

Inner West Council's art deco Chrissie Cotter Gallery is located in Pidcock Street, Camperdown (next to Camperdown Commons) and is available for exhibitions and cultural events by individuals and organisations.

When in use, gallery opening hours are Thursday to Sunday, 11am to 4pm – unless stated – please check below.

Entry is free. Accessibility information: The gallery has an accessible bathroom. There is a set of stairs inside the building and a lift for wheelchair access.

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Eyes First
Kevin Tierney and Stephen Tierney

Opening Event: Wednesday 26th February 2025 from 5–8pm
Exhibition dates: 27 February - 16 March 2025 (Thurs to Sun 11am-4pm)

Stephen Tierney and Kevin Tierney collaboration for exhibition, Eyes First. Collage image of a young boy wearing a vest and tie in sepia tones. Handwritten white text reads "Eyes First" Image credit: Stephen Tierney

Eyes First will be a moving and insightful art exhibition that delves into the relationship between an uncle and his nephew. It will be the first collaboration between the two artists and family members. The artwork will range from vibrant paintings and detailed drawings to large scale collages and mixed media images, reflecting their unique voices and visions.

Kevin Tierney is an artist living and working with advanced Parkinson’s disease, who brings a lifetime of experience and emotional depth to his creations. He has a home in Woolgoolga, northern NSW, and has had numerous exhibitions in the area, both solo and collaborative. As well as exhibiting at various galleries including Coffs Harbour, Bellingen, Dorrigo, Nambucca Heads and Inverell. He describes his work as loose and provocative. Despite the challenges posed by his condition, his work remains a testament to resilience and the enduring power of creativity. “I consider my Parkinson’s disease a benefit as it allows me to indulge in imaginative works without boundaries.” - Kevin Tierney

His nephew, Stephen Tierney, 48, is an artist and designer living in the Inner West and working from Paint Studio in Marrickville. Since 2011 he has lived in Cambodia, Mexico and Australia where he has exhibited his own work in solo and group exhibitions regularly. Deeply influenced by his own father’s Alzheimer’s and Dementia, he infuses his work with a sense of empathy and reflection. For this exhibition he will be creating a series of collages that will utilise historical family photographs.

The focus of the exhibition will not be on those themes exclusively. They will seek more to celebrate their own artistic achievements and highlight the impact of their personal journeys as artists. Offering a glimpse into a shared world, where art becomes a means of connection and expression. The artists hope to present a powerful narrative of familial bonds, artistic innovation, and the indomitable spirit of creativity overcoming adversity.

For more information contact Steve on 0435 848 124 or info@stevetierneycollage.com.

Opening: Wednesday 26th February, 5-8pm
Exhibition dates: 27 February - 16 March 2025 (Thurs to Sun 11am-4pm)
Instagram: @steve__tierney // @kevtierneyart

Collage photographic artwork by Stephen Tierney

Coming Up Next

Loving, Photographing and Saving birds
Solo exhibition by Angela Robertson-Buchanan

Exhibition dates: 3 - 21 April 2025 (Thurs to Sun 11am-4pm, open Easter)

Photograph of a magpie
Image credit: Mini Magpie, Photographed by Angela Robertson-Buchanan, 2021

Artist Statement

This exhibition celebrates our bird life of Sydney's Inner-west.

A 10-year retrospective showcasing Angela's award-winning images as well as an insight into the tireless work wildlife carers do for our local birdlife. It's a call to action for appreciation, admiration & respect for all those feathered friends who live alongside us.

For more information, contact Angela on angela@angelarobertsonbuchanan.com

Opening Event: details tbc
Exhibition dates: 3 - 21 April 2025 (open Thurs-Sun 11am-4pm including over Easter)
Instagram: @thebirdphotog
Website: angelarobertsonbuchanan.com