Tranquil Point Retreat

The Cygnet Gallery showcases the work of artists from Cygnet, the Huon Valley and southern Tasmania. Found in the centre of Cygnet, around a 45-minute drive south of nipaluna / Hobart, the gallery is a good place to discover the region's creative community. The collection changes regularly and includes paintings, photography, sculpture, ceramics, jewellery, mixed media and textile art. With work from a range of local artists on display, there is usually something new to see on each visit. The Cygnet Gallery is managed by the Huon Art Exhibitions Group (HAEG), which supports artists and exhibitions across the Huon Valley. HAEG also presents the annual Huon Art Awards each March, along with solo exhibitions and special art events at the nearby Lovett Gallery.

The Lovett Gallery, located behind Cygnet Town Hall in the Huon Valley, is a community gallery presenting changing exhibitions, workshops and creative events throughout the year. Exhibitions feature work by emerging and established artists, with painting, photography, sculpture, craft and other forms of visual art regularly represented. The changing program gives visitors the chance to see new work and connect with Cygnet's active arts community. Managed by the Huon Art Exhibitions Group (HAEG), the gallery provides a space for artists to exhibit their work and for the community to take part in workshops and other creative activities. Visitors can drop in to explore current exhibitions, attend events or find out more about upcoming workshops and opportunities for artists. For details on current exhibitions and upcoming events, visit the Huon Art Exhibitions Group website.

Experience the art of hand-made being created right before your eyes at The Artisan's Hand, the working studios of Balfour House. Located in the middle of the historic township of Cygnet, only a 50-minute drive south of Hobart. The Artisan's Hand accommodates both permanent artisans and a rotating cast of artists-in-residence showcasing their work in studios within the house. The studios are truly working spaces as the artisans are designing and making pieces every day, clearly demonstrating their skills, their unique tools and their knowledge of trade and craft. As you meet the artisans, you are encouraged to ask questions, explore their work and get up close with the process as unique techniques and fine workmanship are on show. The works created in the studios are displayed throughout the gallery and are available to purchase, or you can commission a unique piece to be made for you. An ongoing program of workshops and classes is also available from not only the resident artisans but a host of other creatives from around the Huon Valley. Explore the art of hand-made in a half-day, full-day or full-term adventure and collaborate with like-minded people at The Artisan's Hand at Balfour House.