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REJECTS FROM THE ARCHIBALD WYNNE & SULMAN – The Real Refuses Artists’ Talk Saturday 30th May 4pm

Real Refuses Show 2026`

Real Refuses:  ARTISTS’ TALK

SATURDAY 30TH MAY @ 4 PM

Join us and the artists for an afternoon of Talks by the artists, pleasant company and conversations.

Thursday 21st May marked the 31st Anniversary of Australia’s largest Art “non” Event – Real Refuses -where artists not selected for the ARCHIBALD, WYNNE, SULMAN Art Prizes exhibit their work at TAP Gallery in Surry Hlls to win the popular “People’s Choice Award”, selected by the public on the night.

Real Refuses has become firmly established as part of the “Archibald Season”.

While it is an exhibition of rejected artwork, it is much more than that…

It is about giving a fair go to all the artists involved in Australia’s largest art events.

Not everyone can win an Archibald but here everyone can exhibit along side their peers. (You’ll find past winners of Australia’s biggest art prizes here as well!)

An extraordinary range of subjects have been shown, from musicians, actors, politicians including the NSW Premier, Mayor of Willoughby, Anthony Mundeen, Tony Abbott, Leo Sawyer, the then Prime Minister John Howard, Madame Lash, Elizabeth Cummings, Professor Bruce James Brew, and Jaiwei, (a winner of the Sulman.)

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY MEL W & CO

ON VIEW  19- 31 May, 12-6pm Daily

CONTACT: Lesley Dimmick, TAP GALLERY on 0400610440.

TAP Gallery: tapgallery.org.au
Youtube: TAP TV – @TapGallerySydney
Instagram: @tapgallery and #tapgallery
Email: info@tapgallery.org.au * Telephone: 0400610440 .
Level 1, 259 Riley St, Surry Hills NSW 2010

Real Refuses Show 2026

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May Group Show 2026 - TAP Gallery

A CALL TO ARTISTS – May Group Show – All welcome to exhibit.

May Group Show 2026


May Group Show 2026 - Tap Gallery

ALL ARTISTS WELCOME TO SUBMIT WORKS

>DRINKS WITH THE ARTISTS

THURS 14 MAY 6PM

DELIVER WORK BY MON 11TH MAY   $25/WORK


TAP Gallery: tapgallery.org.au
Youtube: TAP TV – @TapGallerySydney
Instagram: @tapgallery and #tapgallery
Email: info@tapgallery.org.au * Telephone: 0400610440 .
Level 1, 259 Riley St, Surry Hills NSW 2010

May Group Show 2026

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PAINTING IN THE PARK – Monet’s Water Lilies Saturday 23rd May 2pm

Painting in the Park – Monet’s Water Lilies

Come to a guided class painting Monet’s Water Lilies down at the glorious Sydney harbour forshore at the fabulous Pyrmont Food & Wine Festival. All materials are provided and you can take your masterpiece home. This is a highly recommended activity and a joyous day.

BOOKINGS

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/painting-in-the-park-saturday-23rd-may-tickets-1987184339854

Painting in the Park – Manet’s Water Lilies

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KRIS HADES April 1-4 Art Exhibition. drinks wed 1st April 6pm.

Kris Hades Art Exhibition


Kris Hades Art Exhibition - TAP Gallery

Kriss Hades has established himself as a solo artist, producing an album of noise and dark ambience in 2002. He also maintains a parallel career as an underground illustration artist

INTERVIEW BEAT

What’s the story of Rev Kriss Hades – what’s been happening ?

“I’ve been to hospital and become an alcoholic. I’ve been to Moscow and I’m a surrealist now. Always been a surrealist, actually.”

So first, up what’s the deal with the name? Are you a real Reverend? How’s that even work? What sort of church would that be for anyways?

“That’s a good question. It’s a real church. And I ain’t a real Reverend. I cannot reveal the identity of this church other than that the purpose of the church is for beautiful women and girls to wear black while going to funerals. Not necessarily gothic clothing, but they must congregate themselves before the high priest, which is myself.”

What’s the story of Rev Kriss Hades – what’s been happening since Sadistik Exekution?

“I’ve been to hospital and become an alcoholic. I’ve been to Moscow and I’m a surrealist now. Always been a surrealist, actually.”

Your music encompasses a wide range of genres and influences within black metal. What is the most important element included in your music?

“ The word genre is shit. The other word I hate is… well, actually, I blocked that word out, I hate it that much. Oh, I remember now. AESTHETIC. I HATE THAT WORD!”

Your live shows are said to be nothing short of dynamically crazed. What do they

typically involve?

“Has anyone seen Get Smart when they drop acid, when they’re full on tripping because they put a gigantic acid trip in the water supply? That’s what I’m trying to recreate; Get Smart with added chaos. ”

What’s the vibe you’re trying to impart at the live show? What’s all this about an imperious, vampiric presence we hear about?

“Dr Fibes.”

In term of your music , what’s the most important aspect that you want people to walk away with?

“Professionalism, and a hard on. Or\no, not that. Give us some cash and we’ll do our best to play well. Otherwise, we’ll put a curse on you. We’re like a gypsies in that sense.”

What, do you believe, is the allure of black metal?

“The T-shirts.”

TAP Gallery: tapgallery.org.au
Youtube: TAP TV – @TapGallerySydney
Instagram: @tapgallery and #tapgallery
Email: info@tapgallery.org.au * Telephone: 0400610440 .
Level 1, 259 Riley St, Surry Hills NSW 2010

Kris Hades Art Exhibition

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Inviting Women Artists to submit artwork for the INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY ART PRIZE. Presentations Sat 7th March 5pm. All welcome to attend.

GET INVOLVED WITH IWD 2026

Rock Chikz – The Songs Performed by Vee Malnar and Ann Brita Nilsson

GUEST SPEAKER
MICHELLE LEE

🥇First Australian woman to row ANY ocean solo, non-stop and unassisted in 2018, thanks to the Atlantic ocean row. 3,000miles, 68 days. 🥇Fastest woman in the world to row 1 million metres (1,000kms) on a concept 2 indoor rowing machine (same one she used to learn how to row). 🥇First woman in the world to row the Pacific Ocean Solo, non-stop and unassisted. 🥇First Australian woman to row the Atlantic Ocean solo, non-stop and unassisted. Her story is a symphony of courage, resilience and unwavering belief. A testament to the human spirit and the thrill of chasing horizons. Welcome to the one and only Michelle Lee.

 

Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that’s diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge gender equality. Get ready for #IWD2026.
International Women’s Day (IWD) has been around for over a hundred years, as have many of the issues still impacting women’s advancement. Since 1911, IWD belongs to all who care about gender equality. Celebrate women’s achievement. Raise awareness about discrimination. Take action to forge gender parity. All IWD activity is valid, that’s what makes IWD so inclusive. Collaboration is key to advancing gender equality IWD is a global movement powered by collective effort. Looking to explore a potential collaboration? Get in touch.
International Women’s Day is powered by the collective efforts of all. Collective action and shared ownership for driving gender parity is what makes International Women’s Day impactful. Gloria Steinem, world-renowned feminist, journalist and activist reportedly once explained “The story of women’s struggle for equality belongs to no single feminist nor to any one organization but to the collective efforts of all who care about human rights.” So make International Women’s Day your day and do what you can to truly make a positive difference for women.
THERE WILL BE A JUDGES AWARD

Judged by 

Jennifer Rose John 
CEO, Co-Founder
FLYING KITE STUDIOS
A PEOPLES CHOICE AWARD

judged by the attending public

PRESENTED ON THE NIGHT

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Sydney Actors Playhouse - Anatomy of a Scene - TAP Gallery6

Anatomy of a Scene Tuesday 24th Feb 7pm

Anatomy of a Scene February 2026


Anatomy of a Scene February 2026

Anatomy of a Scene

A live showcase/workshop with Mike Booth & the Sydney Actors Playhouse Scene Class
Tuesday 24 February
7:00pm
Tap Gallery, Surry Hills
$15 tickets
Booking link: https://www.trybooking.com/DJPJF


Anatomy of a Scene February 2026

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