This group exhibition has become not only a focal point in the events calendar of the Greek-Australian community but also a ten day celebration of culture at its best.
Promoting the creations of our artists
The idea for the Cultural League to organise an art exhibition was conceived many years ago but since 2010 we were in the fortunate position to make this dream a reality thus fulfilling another aspect of the primary aims of the Cultural League. The main purpose of the exhibition is to promote the visual arts within the Greek community and giving artists the opportunity to show their work to a wider public.
The crystallisation of holding an art exhibition arose in 2010 during the work of putting together the “Antipodes” periodical. This is the annual bi-lingual literary periodical of the Greek Australian Cultural League of Melbourne. In addition to literature, the magazine publishes articles in English or Greek and it addresses a range of cultural issues which are of particular interest to Greek Australians.
The governing body of GACLM was unanimous in its decision to extend its activities to the visual arts, starting with a group exhibition in 2011. This group exhibition has become not only a focal point in the events calendar of the Greek-Australian community but also a ten day celebration of culture at its best-during the exhibition we also hold a book launch, a bi-lingual poetry afternoon, a musical afternoon and other events that may arise.
In 2013 the “Antipodean Palette” was officially opened by the Victorian Minister for the Arts, The Hon. Heidi Victoria with guest speaker Anna Pappas, President of the Australian Commercial Galleries Association. This year (2014) we are very fortunate to have Professor Nikos Papastergiadis from Melbourne University’s School of Cultural Studies launch our event.
We have taken the opportunity during the opening night of the “Antipodean Palette” to have a musical interlude by different musicians and singers. We have been very fortunate to have showcased the wonderful work of – Christina Alonefti, Anthea Sidiropoulos, Pavlos Andronikos, Irine Vela and this year “PolyΧeni”.
It is wonderful to see the various media used creating diversity and sometimes cross-cultural influences that fuse together to produce such a remarkable “Antipodean Palette”, a tapestry of true artistry. I would like to congratulate and sincerely thank all the 12 participating artists for supporting this venture and entrusting the League in exhibiting their “creations”.
Thank you for your devotion and commitment to your art form. I can assure you that the GACL is already making plans for our next exhibition and will continue to support your personal outputs and of course the work of those artists who could not be included in this exhibition.
Cathy Alexopoulos
President of the GACL
16th Annual Art Exhibition: Antipodean Palette 2026 – A Call for Entries
The Greek-Australian Cultural League (GACL) is pleased to announce that this year’s Antipodean Palette group art exhibition will take place from 3-12 July 2026 and invites artists to apply to participate. This event celebrates the diverse works of artists within the Greek-Australian community.
Now in its 16th year, the Antipodean Palette has become an annual highlight in the Greek-Australian Cultural League’s calendar and an important forum το present and discuss works influenced by our different cultures. Preparations for this exciting event are underway and established as well as emerging artists are encouraged to participate.
The exhibition will be held at the Malvern Artists’ Society Gallery, 1297- 99 High Street, Malvern. The gallery will be open Monday to Friday 10 am – 5 pm and at weekends 11 am – 3 pm.
Artists are invited to express their interest to participate by contacting the Exhibition coordinator, Rita Macarounas, by 31 May 2026 via email: antipodeanpalette@gmail.com.
Antipodean Palette 2024Proudly celebrating the successful opening of the exhibition, bringing together artists, art enthusiasts, and community members for a memorable cultural event.
Antipodean Palette 2023“After the Isolation,” symbolises a triumphant return to in-person exhibitions and the joy of creative expression without boundaries.
Antipodean Palette 2022'Art Trail', step into the world of art with a coffee in hand through bustling Moreland, the cultural metropolis of Melbourne.
Antipodean Palette 2021‘METAMORΦOSIΣ’ was chosen to align with the central idea of the 200 years of Independence of the Republic of Greece from Ottoman rule.
Antipodean Palette 2020‘In Isolation’ presents the work of 15 past Antipodean Palette participants during this time of physical distancing and self-isolation.
Antipodean Palette 2020Although postponed, 'Connection' celebrates the 10th annual ‘Antipodean Palette’ art exhibition and 50 years since its establishment.
Antipodean Palette 2019This year the the Greek-Australian Cultural League celebrates its 9th Annual Art Exhibition.
Antipodean Palette 2018Various mediums of artwork will be on exhibition such as painting, photography, sculpture, 3D installation, heritage jewellery and more.
Antipodean Palette 2017A diverse selection of work was submitted at ‘Call for Entries’ from artists in all stages of their career within the Greek-Australian community.
Antipodean Palette 2016This year the the Greek-Australian Cultural League celebrates its 6th Annual Art Exhibition.
Antipodean Palette 2015We have pleasure in presenting ‘Antipodean Palette 2015’, a unique body of work which includes paintings, illustrations, mixed media and more.
