GALLERY 8
GOLD COAST ART SPACE
Contemporary Art Gallery · Fine Art Scanning · Fine Art Printing ·
For Artists, By Artists
Professional services to take your artwork from original to finished presentation — all handled in-house at Gallery 8.
Why Artists Choose Gallery 8
Scanning, Printing & Presentation — All In-House - Artist-led scanning and colour management
★★★★★
"One of the most unique creative spaces on the Gold Coast the atmosphere is incredible." — Google Review
Independent Contemporary Arts Space
Visit Gallery 8
A boutique creative destination in Southport, Gold Coast
☕ Café
🖼 Art Gallery
🎨 Life Drawing
🥂 Events
🎙 Podcast Studio
📍 8 Ferry Road, Southport
VISIT GALLERY 8
Monday – Friday
Gallery & Artist Services: 7:00am – 4:00pm
Café: 7:00am – 2:30pm
Saturday – Sunday
Closed
Weekend artist service appointments available on request.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Gallery 8 is a contemporary creative hub on the Gold Coast, bringing together an art gallery, barista bar, creative workshops, Session 8 live music and cultural events, community-focused programming and professional artist services, including large-format artwork scanning and fine art printing, within an accessible and welcoming space
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Yes. Gallery 8 is a licensed venue with drinks available for purchase during events and experiences.
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Yes. Gallery 8 is available for private hire including corporate events, launches, birthdays, creative workshops and intimate celebrations.
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Gallery 8 delivers a diverse calendar of creative and cultural experiences designed to support artists, engage the local community and encourage public participation in the arts. Programs include exhibitions, artist talks, life drawing sessions, workshops, live music events, creative networking opportunities, emerging artist showcases and collaborative community events.
The venue focuses on creating accessible arts experiences that connect visual arts, music, culture and social engagement while supporting both established and emerging creatives.
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Gallery 8 provides exhibition opportunities, workshops, collaborative events, creative networking and public engagement opportunities for artists, musicians and creative practitioners. The venue actively supports emerging creatives by offering accessible platforms to showcase work, connect with audiences and participate in cultural programming on the Gold Coast.
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No experience is needed. Beginners are always welcome and materials are provided for sessions.
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Yes. Gallery 8 regularly features emerging and established local artists through exhibitions, pop ups and creative collaborations.
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Gallery 8 offers museum-grade large-format artwork scanning, colour-accurate digitisation and fine art reproduction from our studio in Southport on the Gold Coast.
Our large-format single-pass scanning service captures your artwork with exceptional detail, colour accuracy and texture clarity - creating high-resolution files for fine art prints, limited editions, artist portfolios, websites, catalogues, archives and professional reproduction.
Acknowledgement of Country
Gallery 8 acknowledges the Kombumerri families of the Yugambeh Language Region as the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters on which our gallery stands in Southport.
We pay our respects to Elders past and present and recognise their continuing connection to Country, culture, community and creative practice.
We extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples & Elders who visit, exhibit, perform and participate at Gallery 8.
Licensed Café Free WIFI -
Art isn’t just on the walls — it’s in your cup too. At Gallery 8, our in-house café combines creativity, atmosphere and quality coffee in one unique Gold Coast destination. We proudly serve Passport Specialty Coffee, expertly crafted by our baristas using premium beans known for rich flavour, balance and character.
Located in Southport on the Gold Coast.