Affordable Art Show Applications & More
- Showcase your business at the Affordable Art Show as a Prize Partner
- Apply with your artworks to our Affordable Art Show
- Apply to be a stall holder at Laneway Festive Market
- Discover our Elemental exhibition
- Last call to book in for Diwali Mandala Necklace Workshop
- New handmade Bolga baskets in-store
- See our upcoming events
What’s Happening
Showcase Your Business As A Prize Partner At The Affordable Art Show | Friday 4 December 2026
Attracting over 400 visitors, we celebrate over 50 emerging, established, local and culturally diverse artists, it’s a true community event. We’re seeking cash or voucher prizes to celebrate our artists. In return, we’ll showcase your business across our social media and on the night.
A3 Affordable Art Show | Applications Close 13 November 2026
Your Submission Supports Refugees, New Migrants & People Seeking Asylum
- Two artworks for $35 registration
- Artworks must be A3 or smaller
- Artworks priced less than $400
- All mediums
- All artists
Laneway Festive Market | Just 4 Stalls Left!
Our Festive Laneway Market is filling fast! Join Raised Right and Space2b in our colourful laneway for an evening of festive shopping, art, food and fun during the Affordable Art Show Grand Opening & Festive Shopping Night, Friday 4 December, 5–9pm. Are you a maker, artist or creative business?
EXHIBITING | The Elemental | 29 September–31 October 2026
Thank you to exhibiting artists, Lee Cummins, Kate Evans, Fiona Lowe & Gayle Stone. Together they explore our connection to earth, water, air and our changing landscapes, allowing us to pause and reflect. We overheard at the opening on Saturday saying:
"There is something wonderfully calming and uplifting about this exhibition." – a visitor
WELCOMING | Serena
This month welcome Serena, our new intern. Currently studying social work, Serena is already making a wonderful contribution to our programmes, supporting participants and connecting with our community. It’s great to have her onboard!
Be sure to say hello next time you’re at Space2b!
PARTICIPATING | Stitched Up Runway Show | Wednesday 21 October 2026
Space2b is excited to be part of Stitched Up, an Amnesty International ACRUX Collective event during Melbourne Fashion Week on Wednesday 21 October! Join us for a runway show, market stall and creative workshop celebrating our artists’ creations, conscious fashion and human rights.
WORKSHOPPING | Diwali Mandala Necklace Workshop | Saturday 24 October 2026 | 1-3.30pm
Unwind, get creative and make a beautiful piece of jewellery that’s uniquely yours! Join artist Mansi Jolly for a fun, mindful dot-painting workshop.
- Where: Space2b Social Design, 144 Chapel St, St Kilda VIC 3182
- Cost: $60
- Bookings: Limited Space - Book Now
EXHIBITING | SIX | Tuesday 3–Saturday 28 November 2026
Maria Cartwright | Valerie Conboy | Pennie Cowie | Kathie Mathes | Judy Thompson | Janice Whetton
If you missed the musical, don’t miss SIX, the exhibition. This truly is going to be an inspiring exhibition of painting and sculpture by six women artists, united by curiosity, collaboration and a passion for creativity. All longstanding members of Granary Lane Artists - we welcome SIX to Space2b.
- Opening: Saturday 7 November 2026 | 2-3.30pm
- Learn more
MARKING | Festive Night | Friday 4 December 2026 | 5-9pm
This year’s Space2b Festive Shopping Night is set to be bigger, brighter and full of festive cheer. Celebrate the opening of our Affordable Art Show, browse the Art Laneway Market, enjoy delicious food, fabulous music and plenty of surprises. Bring your friends, discover unique gifts and support local artists.
It’s One Night You Won’t Want To Miss! Mark it in your diary now!
SHOWCASING | New Handmade Bolga Baskets
Just in time for the warmer weather, a new range of handmade Bolga baskets has arrived in-store! Ideal for shopping, at the market, in the garden, the beach or around the home as décor to hold your house plant.
THANKING | Our Partners & Supporters
OPENING | Hours
- Space2b | Tuesday-Friday 10am-5pm + Saturday 10am-2pm
Together we make a difference
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Space2b acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land and the diverse nature of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across Australia. We pay respect to the Elders, past, present and future, and celebrate their stories, culture and traditions.