Curl Curl Creative Space is a contemporary art space. We provide a platform for local artists, a unique program of exhibitions, and support for the development of creative and cultural programming on the Northern Beaches.

About

Curl Curl Creative Space is a unique indoor/outdoor cultural space available for artists, collectives and collaborative groups to hire, exhibit, and curate their work. It presents a diverse exhibition and activation program featuring work by both emerging and established artists and is well-supported by the local community.

The Curl Curl Creative Space program features 20 x two-week exhibitions annually and is periodically available for events and creative workshop opportunities.

Co-located within the Gallery are 4 artist studios available for long-term hire through the Northern Beaches Studios program. 

Gallery Details

  • Dimensions: L13m x W 9m
  • Equipment: Exhibition hanging and lighting system, 98 gallery lines, 160 gallery hooks, 15 display plinths, 17 chairs, 4 tables, 20 stools, and a complete installation/hanging kit.
  • Duration of hire: The gallery can be hired for a minimum of two weeks and a maximum of four weeks at a time.
  • Operating hours: The hirer can operate between 7am and 11pm. Example exhibition hours are 10am - 4pm. 
  • Staff: The gallery is unstaffed and artist hirers must have appropriate minders during their exhibition opening times.

Venue Hire

Apply

Applications for exhibitions in 2024 are closed. 

Fees 23/24 FY

  • Exhibition Half Gallery - $195 per week
  • Exhibition Solo - $270 per week
  • Exhibition Group - $385 per week
  • Commercial - $1070 per week
  • Workshop fees - starting from $22 per hour

Key Documents

Terms and Conditions

Floorplan

Access

Location

105 Abbott Road, North Curl Curl NSW 2099

How to get here

25 mins from Manly Wharf via bus R 136. Parking is available both at the Creative Space and on the street.

Accessibility

  • From bus stop walk 150m, paved path. 
  • From car park street level access across gravel and sealed surface.
  • Public and ambulatory toilet on site.
  • Please contact us for more specific access information.

Contact Us

For more information email us at creative@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au or call 1300 434 434.

What's On

Wed 20 Mar
Sun 31 Mar

Stunning

Art Exhibition by 30 emerging and established Northern Beaches Artists.
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Fri 5 Apr
Fri 12 Apr

Amber Oswald - Solo Exhibition

An exhibition exploring the interplay of light and figures in water.
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Mon 15 Apr
10.00 AM - 4.00 PM
Watercolour painting of clown fish

Kids holiday workshops: Watercolour Wonder

Explore the vibrant world of watercolour painting and create your own unique artwork.
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Tue 16 Apr
11.00 AM - 4.00 PM
Watercolour Turtle

Workshop: Watercolour and Ink for Teens

Join artist Amber Oswald, and delve into the art of watercolour and ink this school holidays.
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Thu 16 May
Sun 26 May

A Thousand Prayers /(on the Camino Frances)

This exhibition weaves images from the Camino in an installation of pastel works on paper, silks in botanical dyes with coloured thread, and film, creating a layered experience inspired by this life transforming walk.
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Wed 29 May
Sun 9 Jun

Expressing the Unknown

Embark on a journey of self-discovery through colors, symbols, and shapes at 'Expressing the Unknown' – where art becomes a language, and every piece tells a story.
Unveil the mysteries within from May 27th to June 9th.
Come and discover yours!
Lets dive into the unknown together
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