Art Byron is a dynamic platform for contemporary art. The biennial gathering will bring together outstanding talent, creating an open forum for like-minded people to share, discuss and explore contemporary culture.

Groundwork for Art Byron ‘Love or Fear’ was envisioned by renowned First Nation woman artist Karla Dickens who lived through the devastating March flood events that swept across Bundjalung country around Lismore, the place she has called home for the last 20 years. 

“Art Byron has been sitting quietly, listening and feeling our way through the life changing events that have shaken The Northern Rivers to the core. Art Byron has made changes to accommodate our artists and art lovers - we are looking forward to including you all on our journey. A journey of celebrating, healing and rebuilding our lives through a creative network of recovery and expression. Art Byron invites you to keep connected to the latest news outlining our program full of soulful artists, their art, talks, workshops and healing platforms.” Karla Dickens.

Asking the question do we choose Love or Fear?, the inaugural Art Byron will gather local and nationally celebrated artists for a feast of events including exhibitions, gallery talks, music, film, a multi-media installation and an art dinner.

The full program will be announced in mid August.