NGV Studio

AWESOME!!! Beautiful design and awesome art inside that most of us Yankees have never seen before.

A great contemporary and modern art gallery right in Federation Square is a great thing. A really great thing. You would be forgiven for thinking that you have just stepped into a private exhibition/​gallery space instead of at a public gallery. Some of the art is just so intriguing and modern; it can easily belong to any contemporary living space, and will add those finishing touches to any recently renovated throughout home. And to balance it out, there is always some art that is modern yet confrontational and what the hell does it mean kind of art thrown in for good measure.
Bright and colourful art, as well as free exhibitions worth going to. In fact three floors of art to enjoy. It is easy to get up and appreciate the art; an escalator is nearby, although be prepared to come down flights or stairs. The staff are friendly and helpful. There is always an exhibition to see, and there are an abundance of free program brochures scattered throughout the gallery to pick up, view, keep and appreciate.
Art galleries are so in vogue now, except I am not too sure about the concrete floor with drains every couple of metres. A great attraction nonetheless for locals and visitors to Melbourne alike. Just wear some comfortable walking shoes.

In the corner of the Federation Square annex sits the National Gallery of Victoria’s newest offspring, the NGV Studio. It’s a kid in every way, too: showcasing the work of young, emerging artists, it’s a playful art space, its works often encompassing new medias and encouraging involvement by the public, such as the games installations exhibited in September/​October.
It’s not strictly an exhibition space, though. It’s a studio, meaning that many of the works are in progress and the installations are constantly changing throughout the residencies of the artists. The artists themselves are often hanging about, working on their pieces or showing visitors how they work.
It’s a little space, so it doesn’t take long to get through, and anyone looking for traditionally impressive artworks found in the NGV might leave disappointed. Go with an open mind, though, and discover something new about the way art is made, the young people making it and your own reactions to the process.