The Hive Ocean Grove houses an exceptional and unique range of artistic mediums including bronze sculpture, paintings, ceramics & handcrafted furniture, from both established and emerging artists, many of them talented locals.
Downstairs is the exclusive home of Willie Wildlife Sculptures with their internationally renowned bronze work capturing the essence of our birds and wildlife in freestanding sculptures & signature birdbaths that will last forever.
Upstairs, the large gallery displays an impressive range of our stable of over 35 represented artists work, complemented by a themed month long Solo or Group Exhibition in the Middle Room Space.
Recognised for our considered curation, at the heart of this, themes of the natural environment and our harmony and wellbeing within it, are a strong focus.
We are honoured to be part of the Geelong Regional Gallery Membership Benefits Program.
Current Exhibition
ART TRAIL GROUP SALON
Back once again on Cup Weekend, the fabulous Bellarine Art Trail. There will be ten artists involved at The Hive and more than half demonstrating technique for great interaction and learning opportunities. Understand more about the fine craftsmanship of Jake Lunniss, and see his latest hall tables with impressive inlay.
Observe painters Wayne Elliott, Jane Millington and Richard Weatherly OAM at the easel, joined by Phillip Butters and William Linford with new work from all.
In clay, Karen Steenbergen, KC Hawke and Kirsty Manger return with the exciting addition of Sophia Legoe for the first time on the trail. Both Kirsty and Sophia are recent Klytie Pate finalists, a great honour in the ceramic’s world.
It is always dynamic, and with the cafe open and BeMyKeeper studio next door there is so much to see.
Art Trail all Cup Weekend, Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd November 10-4pm. The exhibition runs October 31st -November 30th.
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CURVES & LINES
Our annual Group Sculpture exhibition returns in October. Excitingly we have several new works in bronze from Lucy McEachern who is now based in the U.K. Lucy’s career is currently going from strength to strength.
Lucy is joined by George Lianos, with a diversity of pieces in stone, and steel, both abstract and organically curvaceous. Bruce Webb will feature sculpture and paintings, and we see the return of newcomers Aukje Van Vark and Larissa Gray with her unique bronze castings and sublime patina.
On for October 3rd -26th, with the Opening Saturday October 4th at 2pm.
Recent Exhibition
GATHER
‘GATHER’ brings together Kylie Sirett, Veronica O’Leary and Helen Heywood in an exhibition celebrating still life paintings.
These artists explore a nostalgic appreciation for the beauty in everyday items surrounding us, particularly Kylie which she portrays with her attention to shadow and light. Helen delves into nature, bringing the native garden inside to last forever, and Veronica captures memories, moments, shared meals and good times.
September 5th -28th with an Opening on Saturday 6th September 2-4pm.
Recent Exhibition
ENCIRCLE
Inspiration, memories, and life’s journey, explored through the paintings of KATE GORMAN and the ceramics of GLENN ENGLAND. In quiet tribute to the memory and influence of Dianne Mangan.
At The Hive for the month of August 2025.
Please support Kate and Glenn at the Opening, Saturday August 2nd at 2pm.
‘Impressions, renewal, regeneration and the cycle of life’s experiences. ‘
Opening Hours & Accessibility
10-4pm Friday to Sunday.
Other times by appointment – Call Karen on 0417 116 216
1/41 Smithton Grove, Ocean Grove
Please note our upstairs exhibition space gallery is accessible only by stairs
Downstairs car park, toilet and gallery is fully accessible
Acknowledgement
The Hive Gallery wishes to acknowledge the traditional owners of the land,
the Wadawurung People of the Kulin Nation
and pay respect to all Elders past, present and emerging.