Darwin is built on the brink of the ocean. A harbour connecting Australia to the rest of the world. Jayde and Arlya explore the plethora of flora and fauna reliant on the ocean for their existence, including humans. Drawing from their scientific and artistic backgrounds they bring you this collection.


Jayde Hopkins of Nawula Almaren Aboriginal Art specialises in vibrant colours, utilising dot painting and more contemporary techniques to paint the natural world around her. She is an Aboriginal woman studying a Bachelor of Biological Sciences.


Arlya Denholm of Tuckey Illustrations is an adept scientific illustrator inspired by the ocean. Her work varies from scientifically accurate works to creative paintings inspired by the world around.


Opening: Friday 30 September 2022 6pm - 8pm

Showing: 30 September - 15 October 2022

Where: DVA - Ground Floor, Harbour View Plaza

1/8 McMinn St, Darwin City, NT


Gallery opening hours for exhibitions:

Wednesday 12 - 5pm, Thursday & Friday 10am - 5pm, Saturday 10am - 2pm


June 3, 2026
Sticker Boy | Sticker 100 | 12 June – 4 July. Exhibition opening Friday 12 June, 6-8pm.
June 3, 2026
Roxanne Voulanas | Macro | 12 June – 4 July. Exhibition opening Friday 12 June, 6-8pm.
June 3, 2026
Cathy Hilder | Under the Sea | 12 June – 4 July. Exhibition opening Friday 12 June, 6-8pm.
June 3, 2026
Jess Del Rosario | RejuveNature | 12 June – 4 July. Exhibition opening Friday 12 June, 6-8pm.
June 2, 2026
Winners announced! Congratulations to Rebecca Parker (First Prize), Gretel Bull (Second Prize), Joseph Jungarayi Williams (Third Prize), and Rhenz Flores (Honourable Mention).
March 13, 2026
Come along to our fundraising event at Deckchair Cinema on Sunday 12 April to support the 2026 Northern Territory Art Award!
February 4, 2026
Join us for the first Darwin Visual Arts member exhibition of 2026...BRINK! Opening Friday 20 March, 6-8pm.
January 16, 2026
The Northern Territory Art Award showcases the depth, diversity, and brilliance of Territorian artists. Exhibition dates: Friday, 29 May – Saturday, 11 July 2026
November 8, 2025
O’Loughlin Catholic College’s Creative Arts Exhibition
October 1, 2025
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