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Recent Art Removals reviews

Harmeet was honestly amazing. He was prompt and communicated with us all throughout the process and delivered our artwork without a single issue and in perfect condition. Thank you so much!

Move canvas

$70

Couldn’t be happier - punctual and reliable.

Artwork moved Art Gallery NSW Sydney CBD to Rozelle

$50

Very considerate with delicate and difficult items. Highly recommend

2 x lounges , 1 x washing machine, 2 x large framed art works

$350

Robert was on time, polite and efficient. Got the job done no fuss.

Move a TV and 3 paintings from Lyons to Belco

$130

Mark was incredibly reliable. Did the task exactly as I hoped. very grateful

Pick up Painting from Whale Beach

$250

Great job, from communication to delivery. Good sized van, excellent for art. Highly recommend.

Move 3 paintings from Rockdale to Marrickville

$80

What's the average cost of an art removalist

$82 - $192

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$82

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$122

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$192

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Why book art removalists through Airtasker?

As you’re looking for help in relocating a treasured family piece, a fragile canvas, or a statement sculpture, you want someone who’ll treat it with the same care you do. Airtasker makes that easy. 

To get started, just post a task in just a few minutes, compare quotes, and choose from local removalists with proven experience in handling fine art. Every Tasker has ratings, reviews, and badges you can browse, so you know exactly who you’re trusting with your valuables.

Whether you’re an artist sending pieces to auction houses or commercial galleries, a collector rearranging your home, or simply moving house and wanting your valuable artwork handled properly, Airtasker helps you contact skilled art removalists without the fuss. With flexible scheduling, upfront pricing, and removalists who genuinely know how to pack, lift, and transport delicate items, art removals in Australia suddenly feel a whole lot smoother.

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Top Art Removals related questions

Shipping artwork in Australia generally costs $80 to $400, depending on the size, fragility, distance, and whether any custom packing is needed. Large or high-value pieces (especially those requiring crating or climate-controlled transport) can go upwards of $600. Many Airtasker removalists offer competitive local rates, making it a budget-friendly way to move individual artworks or collections.

Yes, most artwork purchases in Australia are subject to 10% GST. Imported art may also attract duties or taxes depending on its value, type, and origin. Original artworks, antiques, and limited-edition prints each fall under specific tax rules, so it’s worth double-checking with the ATO if you’re unsure about your particular item or transaction.

A reasonable budget for art removals in Australia typically ranges from $100 to $350 for local moves involving a few pieces. Costs increase for fragile, oversized, or high-value items that need specialised packing or multiple removalists. If you’re arranging gallery deliveries, expect to factor in protective materials, extra handling time, or custom crating.

A professional art courier service is a specialist trained to pack, handle, and transport artworks with extra care. They use protective wrapping, secure tie-down methods, and suitable vehicles to ensure paintings, prints, and sculptures stay safe throughout the move. Art courier businesses are often used by artists, galleries, and collectors who need added peace of mind during transport.

Keep an eye out for removalists who show up without proper packing materials, offer vague or shifting pricing, rush through the job, or refuse to explain how they’ll protect your artwork. Reliable art removalists communicate clearly, bring the right gear, and take their time handling fragile items. If something feels off, trust your gut and look for a Tasker with strong reviews and proven experience.

What do art removals services include?

Art removals on Airtasker typically include all the essentials needed to transport your artwork safely and securely. From local moving to gallery deliveries, you’ll find removalists who understand the unique care fine art requires.

Here’s what’s typically included in an art removals service:

Packing and protective wrapping for artwork

Professional art removalists know that proper packing is half the job of art logistics solutions. If needed, you can ask your Taskers to provide packing and protective wrapping on top of your art moving service. 

This may include wrapping canvases, framed pieces, sculptures, and mixed-media artworks using acid-free materials, glassine, foam corner protectors, bubble wrap, and other museum-grade supplies with careful detail and quality.

For fragile or high-value items, expert art handlers may reinforce artwork with cardboard sleeves or crate-ready padding. These prevent scratches, vibration damage, and moisture exposure during fine art transportation.

Custom art crating and specialised art packaging

For oversized or unusually shaped pieces, you can book Taskers who offer custom crating and white glove delivery for your unique needs. They can build on-the-spot wooden crates, reinforced boxes, or fitted foam housing to keep artwork stable during transit.

This expertise is particularly helpful for sculptures, antiques, installation art, or pieces that require extra structural support or storage for secure transportation. Many private art collectors request custom crating from art handlers when transporting pieces across long distances or shipping items interstate.

Safe artwork loading, transportation, and unloading

Airtasker connects you with artwork removalists who know how to safely load and secure pieces using straps, blankets, anchors, and no-shift positioning. For both local art transport in major cities and interstate removals through regional areas, Taskers can help ensure your items stay protected from bumps, drops, and sudden shifts. They’ll also handle careful unloading, placement, or temporary staging at your destination, which is useful for gallery setups or studio rearrangements.

Artwork installation and setup assistance

If you need help setting up your artwork after the move, you can request installation support when posting your task. Some Taskers may assist with hanging framed pieces, mounting sculptures, or positioning large artworks for display. They may bring levelers, anchors, hooks, and other hardware. 

If you need help preparing a space before an exhibit or want assistance placing artwork in your home, you can also find Taskers who can help with the finishing touches.

Handling oversized or delicate art pieces

Fine art removalists on Airtasker can help relocate extra-large canvases, glass artworks, mixed-media pieces, stone sculptures, or fragile vintage items. They can also collaborate with additional Taskers for heavy lifting, coordinate tight hallway navigation, or provide padding and protective barriers for challenging spaces.

If you’re moving other special items like professional pianos, pool tables, or antiques, you can also get help through Airtasker.

Recent Art Removals tasks

Move one sofa, one chair and foot rest, sculpture, several pots

$200

North Turramurra NSW, Australia

8th Mar 2026

Two seater couch; chair and footrest; small sculpture; ceramic plant pots and a few plastic ones. Pickup location: North Turramurra NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Gordon NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At both places

Wrapping 10x painting for moving

$50

Darling Point NSW, Australia

8th Mar 2026

I have 10x medium size painting/mirrors. Need to wrap in bubble wrap ready for move.

Move my wardrobe and painting

$80

Carlton VIC, Australia

7th Mar 2026

Moving a wardrobe and a painting 3 kilometres up the road will take less than 30 mins

Move indoor furniture to get ready for painting

$100

Bellevue Hill NSW, Australia

7th Mar 2026

Move 2 beds, 1 chest of drawers, 3 cabinets 1 sofa

Tom is very reliable and task oriented. I would recommend him!

Picking up a large painting

$80

Officer VIC, Australia

6th Mar 2026

I need a large painting - 133cm x 160cm to be picked up from Officer to Melbourne CBD

Move small amount of painting equipment from Glebe to Paddington

$80

Glebe NSW, Australia

6th Mar 2026

Painting equipment - see image below Pickup location: Glebe NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Paddington NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Very responsive! On time and very efficient. Ticked at the boxes and a good bloke too!

Move a painting - 1.2m x 1.6m from Darlinghurst to Bondi Junction

$50

Darlinghurst NSW, Australia

6th Mar 2026

One painting - 1.6m x 1.2m Pickup location: Darlinghurst NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Bondi Junction NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At delivery

Move artwork from Hampton to bayswater

$30

Hampton VIC, Australia

4th Mar 2026

From Hampton to bayswater, 1400x1400

Move a console table and small oil painting from melbourne to canberra

$100

Thornbury VIC, Australia

4th Mar 2026

Move small sidetable and a small oil painting to Canberra

Help me move artworks

$150

Footscray VIC, Australia

2nd Mar 2026

4 artworks. Pickup location: Footscray VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Glen Iris VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Professional and efficient.

Transport 15 boxes and some artwork brisbane to Noosa

$150

Cannon Hill QLD, Australia

25th Feb 2026

Ive shipped some boxes and art up from melbourne and need someone to meet the driver between 5-5.30 today to collect and bring to Noosa

Nicolas was great - good communication, efficient and delivered everything on time . Vehicle was professionally packed and valuable items were secured, I was very impressed.

Move a ceramic sculpture from South Yarra to Coburg North

$500

South Yarra VIC, Australia

23rd Feb 2026

I have a ceramic sculpture that weighs approximately 180kg that needs to be moved. No stairs at either end and will need a truck with a hydraulic back.

They were amazing - super easy to communicate with, punctual, and completed the job so smoothly

Car part moved from Kippa Ring QLD to Oakville NSW

$150

Kippa-Ring QLD, Australia

17th Feb 2026

New car part (Approx 15kg) securely boxed moved from Kippa Ring QLD to Oakville NSW Will fit in the boot of any standard car, or even on a seat.

Michael gave great communication and the item he freighted for me arrived safe.

Please move a large painting

$80

West Leederville WA, Australia

14th Feb 2026

I have a large painting that is 2 x 1.2 metres that needs to be delivered to Maylands

Nikola and his team are super polite, efficient and completely trustworthy. I would use their services again!

Transport 1.8 x 1.6 framed art from Coogee to Willoughby

$80

Coogee NSW, Australia

13th Feb 2026

Transport framed art from Coogee to Willoughby

On time. Great job.

Collect an artwork

$60

Double Bay, New South Wales

12th Feb 2026

I have an artwork at Lawsons in Leichhardt to be collected and delivered to Woollahra today. I can share the invoice. Artwork is 80cm x 70cm

Very good would use again

Help moving sculpture

$50

Leichhardt NSW 2040, Australia

10th Feb 2026

We have one large perspex artwork, which is 115 x 180, which makes it kind of awkward to move. So we need someone on standby to help the Removalists lift it into the truck. Estimated time for the art mover is 2:30 PM, so you will need to be ready to go nearby from 2:15

Christopher was a great help with our task! Would recommend

Move a bike to Marryatville then drop a painting to Parkside

$80

Adelaide SA, Australia

10th Feb 2026

Pick up a bike and painting from East Tce, drop bike to Marratville the the painting to Parkside

Jason was on time, very polite and did the job well. I was very happy with his service.

Transport a large painting. 1.4 x 1.8m, 10kg. Help at both ends

$50

Bentleigh East VIC, Australia

6th Feb 2026

Transport a large fragile painting (will be bubble wrapped) approximately 1.5km (same suburb). 1.4m. X 1.8m, 10kg. There will be someone to assist at both ends

Great job. Many thanks

Moving painting canvases and furniture from a small studio

$150

Fitzroy North, Victoria

5th Feb 2026

2 chairs, small shelf, heavy sideboard, 25 1m x 1.5m canvases Pickup location: Fitzroy North VIC, Australia Drop-off location: South Melbourne VIC, Australia PLEASE NOTE: I am injured and unable to help lift the heavy side board which requires 2 people. Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Parwinder was extremely helpful, very efficient, professional and has excellent communication. I highly recommend him. Couldn’t have asked for a better team to help in a sticky situation.