Perth artists’ showcase at St Paul’s Plaza

A new outdoor exhibition at St Paul’s Plaza is set to do more than showcase art, it tells the story of a creative community at the heart of Perth’s cultural future.

Presented by Perth & Kinross Council, the exhibition features over 20 artists, all based at Wasps’ Perth Creative Exchange, a former school transformed into one of the city’s most important creative hubs. By bringing their work out of the studios and into the public realm, the exhibition offers a rare glimpse into the talent, collaboration, and quiet daily graft that defines this unique artistic community.

Behind each artwork is a personal story rooted at Perth Creative Exchange. Textile artist Kerri Watson, for example, balances the precision of her craft with the unpredictability of hand processes, often working across disciplines in a studio environment that encourages experimentation. Just down the corridor, Karl Macrae has built a following for his vibrant, handmade textile pieces; his practice a testament to how accessible, joyful creativity can thrive in shared spaces.