The Brett Whiteley studio in Surry Hills, Sydney was the work space and home of the artist before he passed away in 1992. The atmosphere of the studio has been kept, with his painting area looking like the artist has just stepped out for a moment. There are paint spattered floors, walls with quotes and photos that mattered to Whiteley, art books that the artist used, and music that he listened to playing in the background.

Whiteley purchased the former T-shirt factory in 1985. He renovated it to also include an exhibition space and he lived there from 1988 up until his death in 1992. The exhibition space on the lower level was where Whiteley showed his "Birds" show in 1988.

The Art Gallery of NSW now manages the Whiteley Studio after the New South Wales Government purchased the building and several works by the artist.

There are now regularly changing exhibitions held at the Brett Whiteley studio. There are also drawing classes and special events held at the building.

Admission to the Brett Whiteley Studio is now free because of a sponsorship deal with a financial corporation.

Opening hours are 10am to 4pm, on Saturday and Sunday.

Brett Whiteley Studio Contact Details

2 Raper Street Surry Hills 2010
NSW Australia
Telephone 02 9225 1740
Recorded Info 02 9225 1790
National Toll Free 1 800 679 278
http://www.brettwhiteley.org/