Peter Kendall Art Gallery

Contemporary art and artist-led practice in Perth

Peter Kendall Art Gallery is a studio and exhibition space run by contemporary artist Peter Kendall in Perth, Western Australia. It's different from your typical gallery setup. Instead of showing only finished pieces from various artists, this is an artist-led space where you get to see original work across different media straight from Peter himself. Based in Perth, WA 6000, it's part of the broader independent art scene here where working artists juggle showing work, making their own stuff, and staying connected to the local community.

The gallery shows contemporary and abstract art, pieces that push at technique, materials, and ideas. Because it's both studio and showroom combined, visitors can actually watch how contemporary art gets made, develops, and changes over time. You won't get that in a large institutional gallery. What you get instead is something much more direct: a proper conversation between the person looking at the work and the artist making it.

Diverse media and experimental approach to contemporary practice

The collection spans oil paintings, mixed media, black and white prints, and ink studies. Works like 'The Puddle' (oil and mixed media on canvas) and 'Bee' (oil on hessian) reveal how the artist moves across different surfaces and materials, testing their limits. The pieces build depth through layering, scale, and conceptual weight.

The work ranges from abstract to representational, across large canvases and smaller paper pieces. Peter arranges his exhibitions deliberately, which helps track how his ideas shift from one work to the next. Recent pieces like 'The Hieroglyphic Whispers' and 'Dusk' show his visual language continuing to change, packed with details that demand attention.

Talking to the artist and learning how they work

Peter Kendall Art Gallery lets you actually talk to Peter Kendall while you're looking at his work. There's audio commentary where he explains individual pieces and walks you through his creative thinking. Hearing him discuss something like 'The Hieroglyphic Whispers' changes the whole experience. Instead of just looking at art on your own, you get a proper conversation with the person who made it.

The gallery also runs Peter Kendall Art Classes, which makes it more than just a place to buy paintings. It's where people in Perth come to learn and make their own art. That's what makes it a real part of the city's art scene, not just another commercial gallery.

Art for sale: contemporary works across media and price ranges

The gallery sells original artworks in a range of formats to suit different collectors and budgets. Oil paintings are the main draw, from large statement pieces down to smaller, more intimate works. There are also black and white prints and black ink works on paper that give people a more affordable way to start collecting, alongside mixed media pieces that combine different materials and techniques.

Peter Kendall adds new pieces as he finishes them, so what's on display reflects what he's working on at the time. The variety of formats and sizes means anyone can find something that speaks to them, whether they're seasoned collectors or just curious about contemporary abstract and representational art. Buying direct from the artist keeps the whole process straightforward and personal.

Planning your visit to Perth's independent contemporary gallery

Peter Kendall Art Gallery operates out of Perth, WA 6000 as both a working studio and exhibition space. It focuses on contemporary, abstract, and experimental art. If you're keen on art, this place gives you a chance to engage directly with the artist and their work. The website has a full range of available pieces with decent photos and information about each one.

It's a straightforward way to experience artist-led work in Perth, whether you're a seasoned collector or just getting into abstract and mixed media art.