Bluethumb X VistaPrint: A Market Day Exhibition Opening
On March 20th, Bluethumb’s Richmond, Melbourne gallery came alive with colour, creativity, and community for the grand opening of Bluethumb X VistaPrint: A Market Day. This vibrant showcase, in collaboration with VistaPrint, celebrated Australian artistic talent and the launch of Bluethumb’s game-changing Premium Canvas Prints.
Collectors and artists take in the details of the Premium Framed Canvas Prints, seeing their work in a new light.
Inspired by the 2025 Art Trend Small Pleasures, the exhibition encapsulates the beauty of everyday moments—fresh flowers, artisan crafts, and the lively atmosphere of Australia’s iconic markets. From striking still lifes to abstract compositions, each artwork offers a window into the rich textures and colours of these beloved community hubs.
Guests test their eye for detail, guessing which artworks are prints and which are originals.
Attendees had the chance to explore a mixture of original artwork and prints by the talented artists behind the exhibition, including Alicia Cornwell, Bianca Harrington, Catherine Fitzgerald, Charlie Nanos, Gabrielle Tito, Gina Andree, Greta Hounslow, Jen Shewring, Jessica Guthrie, John Poole, Kelilah Taylor Ware, Komal Sharma, Mia Laing, Mike Barr, Neil Whalebone, Rebecca James, Silvia Rubboli Golf, Theo Papathomas, and Wendy Moore.
Art collectors and artists fill the gallery, celebrating the launch of Bluethumb X VistaPrint: A Market Day.
Introducing Framed Canvas Prints
The highlight of the evening was the introduction of Bluethumb’s Premium Canvas Prints, crafted in partnership with VistaPrint. This initiative offers high-quality, framed canvas prints of original artworks, ensuring that more art collectors can bring beautiful pieces into their homes—even after the originals have sold.
Bluethumb’s Co-founder George and VistaPrint CEO Marcus recounted how this collaboration came to life.
The idea for Bluethumb and VistaPrint’s collaboration was born in 2022 when VistaPrint CEO Marcus missed out on purchasing an original artwork by Wendy Moore. Determined to find a solution to make art more accessible, he reached out to Bluethumb’s Co-founder, George, with a simple but game-changing question: could more artists offer high-quality prints without the hassle of production and shipping?
That email set the wheels in motion for what would become Premium Canvas Prints—a seamless way for artists to expand their reach and for collectors to bring more Australian art into their homes.
The versatile size options ensure a perfect fit for every space and style!
Discover the Australian Market Series
This bluethumb exclusive series, featuring works inspired by iconic Australian markets, perfectly embodies the essence of A Market Day. With original artworks and prints displayed side by side, the installation showcased how diverse artistic styles and subjects translate into prints.
Discover the Australian Market Series collection today, and see your local market through an artistic lens!
The Australian Marker Series canvas prints are available in four versatile sizes and framed in Australian oak, black, or white. They bring the spirit of Australia’s markets to life in an affordable and effortlessly stylish format.
Speaking of effortlessly stylish! All exhibition attendees received a complimentary tote bag featuring the Australian Market Series: Prahran by Neil Whalebone.
Couldn’t make it to the opening? The exhibition is on display at Bluethumb’s Richmond Gallery until April 20th. Stop by to experience the artistry firsthand, or browse the collection online and bring home a piece of A Market Day today.
