ELK: Luke Cornish

Date: Wednesday 11 February 2026 at 10:00am -Friday 01 May 2026 at 4:00pm

Location: Deakin University Art Gallery, 221 Burwood Hwy, Burwood Vic. 3125 View on map

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Event Organiser: Deakin University Art Gallery

A survey of significant works from the career of Luke Cornish, also known as ELK, one of Australia’s leading stencil artists. Working in the medium for more than two decades, the exhibition traces the development of his career from the streets of his hometown of Kamberri/Canberra, to galleries across Australia and internationally.

Now living in Gadigal Nura/Sydney, Cornish’s works are meticulously constructed using up to one thousand stencils and hundreds of layers of aerosol paint. A self-described artist/activist, his works tackle complex social issues including urban-living, freedom of expression, consumerism and the effects of conflict.

Curated by Kira Godoroja-Prieckaerts.

Please Note: The work in this exhibition features imagery relating to war, religion and social conflict.

Free Admission
Monday – Friday, 10am to 4pm
Closed Public Holidays

Image: Luke Cornish (ELK), Kevin McKenzie, 2025, stencil, aerosol and acrylic on canvas. © and courtesy of the artist.

Location of event

221 Burwood Highway, Burwood, Victoria 3125