Australian House & Garden

The art of sharing

You might think buying art is a particularly individual pursuit. For one group of friends, however, collecting is far more satisfying when it’s done collectively. Over the past eight years they’ve been building up an enviable art collection – and thoroughly enjoying the process of buying as buddies.

The idea to start an art club began brewing in the mind of Brisbane gallery owner Ryan many years ago. His interior-designer friend Trish would come into the gallery to buy pieces for her projects and they’d discuss

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