Since 1972, DVAS has been welcoming artists in the picturesque Nillumbik Shire. We have members from all over the Diamond Valley area, Whittlesea, Darebin, Banyule council municipalities and a few other surrounding areas.

Nillumbik has traditionally attracted creatives. It's famous for its artists colonies, arts and crafts tradition and unique mud-brick houses. To find out more about the artistic tradition of the area, please go to The Nillumbik Shire website.

DVAS would like to thank past committee members, tutors, conveners, volunteers and those who recorded our history and kept archives.

We are also grateful to the Edendale Environment Community Farm for welcoming DVAS and providing such a beautiful and inspiring background to our members' creative practice.