Galleries, Museums and Collections

Leoni Duff Galleries is a refined fine art gallery in Launceston, Tasmania, dedicated to contemporary realist art by four highly regarded Tasmanian artists. Located in the heart of the city, the gallery offers an immersive cultural experience that blends artistic excellence with historic surroundings.

The gallery showcases the luminous watercolours of Rod Gardner, whose delicate handling of light and atmosphere brings landscapes and still lifes to life. Chris Arnol, a classically trained realist artist, presents oil paintings and expressive charcoal works that capture both character and mood through strong draftsmanship. Leoni Duff’s own oil and pastel paintings are known for their rich textures and dynamic compositions, conveying emotion and depth through bold yet sensitive mark making. Completing the collection are the vibrant pastel and charcoal works of Jonathan Bowen, celebrated for his broken colour technique and fresh, energetic approach to realism.

Leoni Duff Galleries is located on the first floor of one of Launceston’s oldest heritage buildings, within the historic Old Brisbane Arcade. The character-filled setting adds to the experience, inviting visitors to slow and engage with both the art and the architecture, overlooking a central streets of Launceston.

A visit to Leoni Duff Galleries offers an authentic connection to Tasmania’s creative talent and is an ideal experience for art lovers seeking thoughtful, beautifully crafted works in a central Launceston location.