10 minutes from Daylesford towards Ballarat.
Our Sculpture garden is only closed
Christmas Day Boxing Day and New Years Day
Are you planning an outing and looking for new activities and things to do near Daylesford? You’ve come to the right place! Just eight minutes away from Victoria’s rural gem lies our rustic garden and gallery, chock-full of metal garden art and local artisan produce. Overwrought Garden Art is open all year round and welcomes art lovers and visitors from all corners of the world for a unique and memorable experience.
Discover all there is to do and see in our family-friendly and dog-friendly gardens, art gallery and gift shop.
At Overwrought Garden Art, we have a large garden filled with an extensive range of metal garden art, outdoor decor and sculptures. Take a leisurely walk around and have a look at the artwork, garden furniture and other metal items that have been carefully hand-crafted from start to finish at our on site workshop.
Browse a diverse variety of locally crafted garden supplies and trinkets that have been created by over 30 Australian artisans.
Take a stroll through our gallery where you’ll find a selection of treasures, which include:
The undeniable passion and effort that artists put into each item is evident in even the finest details.
We also stock a range of local produce including confectionery, hot chocolate, roasted coffee, jams and chutneys. Sample them in the gardens, or purchase some to take back with you to enjoy at home as a reminder of your visit.
Metal garden art is our speciality. Explore an assortment of metal artwork produced by talented local artists and garden art guest artists from all around the country. If you love art and sculpture, you will enjoy wandering around and admiring our diverse collection. Our artists have skillfully experimented with different textures, colours and patterns, resulting in one-of-a-kind art pieces that will look great in your garden or outdoor area.
Our metalworks are on display for you to view up close and purchase on the spot. Some of our key products include:
The gift shop has a little something for everyone. Treat your loved ones back home to something special or choose a souvenir for yourself.
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Bring along your family and friends and have a picnic while you spend quality time together outdoors. There are plenty of areas to set up a blanket with your basket of treats, and relax in a laid-back environment. Play fetch with your dogs or organise a doggy playdate with their buddies. Everybody can have a great time!
There are restroom facilities and plenty of parking space for caravans available on site.
Grab a cup of delicious coffee to have with a light bite from our coffee cart. Feel free to bring your own snacks too and enjoy them with a hot drink in our garden.
Our staff members are friendly, approachable and know all the ins and outs of our craft. They’re happy to talk to you about our artwork, designs, processes and manufacturing. A guided tour might be the best option if you’re keen to know more and have time on your hands for an interesting and informative journey through our workshop. Learn more about our tours below.
Have you ever wondered about the art of metal sculpting? How is it processed from raw metal and other materials into a beautiful work of art? What kinds of skills and equipment are needed? Join us for a guided art tour and see for yourself!
Our guided tours offer you a fascinating opportunity to learn about the type of art we produce and the process behind our metalwork. Accompany us behind the scenes and see where we make our sculptures, garden decor and other products. If you’re curious about any aspect of the process or if you would like to know more about having a custom-made piece of garden art designed especially for you, feel free to ask our metalworkers while they’re on the job. They will gladly exchange ideas and offer advice.
Art tours are suitable for people of all ages who are up for an exceptional and memorable activity while visiting Daylesford and the surrounding areas.
If you’ve got any questions or concerns, or if you’d like to make a booking, get in touch with Selena today on 0403 675 170. She will help you with everything you need to know and do to finalise your tour booking details.
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At Overwrought Garden Art, we take pride in being an Australian-owned-and-run business. We use Australian-sourced metal for all our products, which are all made right here in Blampied, Victoria. We employ local skilled craftsmen, and also feature local artists to showcase homegrown talent. We are an Australian Made licensed business, and each sale we make plays a role in supporting and growing our local economy, one art piece at a time.