Art Gallery of New South Wales

Ignite your imagination and satisfy your curiosity with touring exhibitions from local and international artists at the leading visual arts institution of NSW.

Explore the gallery day or night with something to experience all year round.

A Day of Art, Food and Drinks: Where To Eat and Sip While Touring Sydney’s Landmark Survey of Australian Art, The National 4

Art & DesignStretching across four of the city’s best galleries, this time it goes beyond the CBD and inner suburbs – and it’s all free. In partnership with the Art Gallery of NSW, we’ve put together a guide to The National 4: Australian Art Now, including some essential pit stops to make along the way.

Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes 2023 at AGNSW

Art & DesignSee entries for Australia’s most prestigious art awards up close and personal.

Inside The End of Imagination at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

Art & DesignThe Art Gallery of New South Wales’ startling new exhibition space, housed in a former oil tank, is host to the reality-distorting new show by sculptor Adrián Villar Rojas. In Partnership with AGNSW, we speak to co-curator Lisa Catt about designing this ambitious exhibition.

The National 4: Australian Art Now

Art & DesignThe biennial survey of art from across the country returns this year, with a fourth gallery added to the line-up

Brett Whiteley: Eternity is Now at AGNSW

Art & DesignPortraits, sketchbook pages, large-scale paintings and a vast musical backdrop provide a glimpse into the artist’s inner-world.

Badlands Film Series at the Art Gallery of NSW

Art & DesignArt Gallery Cinema returns with a program of rebellious films in celebration of the new Outlaw exhibition.

Wu Tsang’s Moby Dick; or The Whale at Westpac Openair Cinema

EntertainmentA fresh, silent film reimagining of the Herman Melville classic will be partnered with a performance by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra for one night only.

The Art Gallery of South Australia’s Blockbuster 2025 Program Unveiled

Art & DesignExplore the works of 50 dangerously modern female artists who made the world take notice between 1890 and 1940, as well as the return of the Ramsay Prize and the 10th anniversary of Tarnanthi.

A “Full-Body Sound and Visual Experience” by Angelica Mesiti Takes Over AGNSW’s Tank

Art & DesignThe new immersive installation brings together video, sound and choreography in the atmospheric, bunker-like space to reflect on and reimagine communal celebrations and festivals that mark the solstices.

Art After Hours at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

EntertainmentThe gallery’s flagship late-night program celebrates 21 years with a jam-packed program of free events this October. In partnership with Art Gallery of NSW, here’s what to see.

Archie Party 2024 at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

Art & DesignAGNSW’s after-hours celebration of the Archibald Prize returns, and it’s bringing along some of Sydney’s best contemporary artists, musicians and food stalls.

A New Exhibition Captures the Influence and Legacy of Art Nouveau Icon Alphonse Mucha

Art & DesignCzech illustrator and painter Alphonse Mucha helped bring museum-quality creations to streets in the form of stunning posters – but there’s more to his legacy. In partnership with the Art Gallery of New South Wales, curator Jackie Dunn picks five key pieces in the gallery’s comprehensive new exhibition.

Angus McDonald’s Portrait of Professor Marcia Langton Wins the Archibald’s People’s Choice Award

Art & Design“Receiving the award is a special honour to me, but equally, it’s as much a strong vote of respect and admiration for Marcia Langton and acknowledges the profound part she has played in the struggle for Indigenous recognition and reconciliation in this country for over 50 years.”

The Tiny and Talented Winners of the 2024 Young Archie Competition Announced

Art & DesignPainting important people in their lives – a friend, a brother, a mother, and a teacher – four young artists aged 6, 10, 14 and 18 have won the 12th Young Archie competition.

Coming Soon: A Seven-Screen Cinematic Installation Set To Transform AGNSW’s Oil Tank Gallery

Art & DesignThe monumental video and sound installation will cycle through the seasons via dance, new musical compositions and aerial drone footage.

Australian Artist Lesley Dumbrell Finally Gets a Major Survey of Her Mind-Bending Abstract Works

Art & DesignThe “long overdue” exhibition includes 90 dazzlingly colourful pieces spanning five decades.

Five Artworks We Love in AGNSW’s Alphonse Mucha: Spirit of Art Nouveau Exhibition

Art & DesignWriter Ariela Bard first fell for the artist’s work on a trip to Paris aged 18. She guides us through five iconic pieces to seek out in the gallery’s winter exhibition.

Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes 2024 at AGNSW

Art & DesignSee the winning and shortlisted works for three of Australia’s most prestigious art prizes, and have your say in the ANZ People’s Choice Award.

Alphonse Mucha: Spirit of Art Nouveau at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

Art & DesignThe most comprehensive exhibition of the artist, activist, mystic and philosopher ever seen in Australia lands in Sydney this June.

Volume at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

EntertainmentAndré 3000, Kim Gordon, Genesis Owusu and Tkay Maidza headline the second year of Volume. Held in the former oil tank space, shows blur the lines between performance art and music.

Queer Art After Hours at AGNSW

Art & DesignParty, play and learn from artists, DJs and drag queens at this celebration of queer creativity. There’ll be performances, installations, voguing workshops, tarot card readings and more.

Kandinsky at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

Art & DesignThe comprehensive exhibition showcases the life and work of one of the most influential and best-loved European modernists.

Go Behind the Scenes With Hoda Afshar at Her First Major Exhibition at the Art Gallery of NSW

Art & DesignThe award-winning Tehran-born artist’s first solo show and its accompanying book are a celebration of her work from the past decade. In partnership with Art Gallery of New South Wales, we take an inside look at her award-winning photographs and large-scale video installations, which explore themes of identity, rebellion and survival.

Win: Two Nights at a Five-Star Hotel, a Weekend of Live Music (Including a Gig by Sampa the Great) and Lunch at Mod by Clayton Wells

EntertainmentIn partnership with the Art Gallery of New South Wales, we’re giving you the chance to experience the gallery’s immersive new sound and vision festival Volume – with three days of accommodation, food and drinks on the house.

Louise Bourgeois: Has the Day Invaded the Night or Has the Night Invaded the Day at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

Food & DrinkA nine-metre-tall spider will dominate the forecourt of the gallery’s South Building, while the North Building will house the largest display of the French-American artist’s work ever shown in the Asia-Pacific.

Lonnie Holley Returns to Australia: What To Expect From the Multihyphenate Artist’s Appearance at the Art Gallery of NSW

EntertainmentHis sculptures have graced the White House gardens and his new album features Bon Iver and Michael Stipe – and now he’s returning to Australia for just two performances. In partnership with the Art Gallery of NSW, Holley tells us what we can expect from the single night of performances as well as the connections he finds through his work.

Solange in an Oil Tank, Experimental Sound Artists and Sampa The Great: What To Expect at the New Art Gallery of NSW Festival ‘Volume’

EntertainmentLocal and international musicians, dancers and artists are transforming the Art Gallery of NSW’s new building into a performance space, including the hangar-sized underground oil tank. In partnership with AGNSW, music curator Jonathan Wilson chats about the inaugural festival, “megastars of the ambient world” and turning a gallery into a live music venue.

Archie Party 2023 at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

EntertainmentThe one-night-only art, music and food party returns in winter to celebrate this year’s Archibald Prize.

Australia’s Oldest Art Prize Remains a Litmus Test for Our Future

Art & DesignMore than 2300 artists entered into competition for Australia’s three most prestigious art awards this year. Now its landscapes are going on tour. In partnership with the Art Gallery of NSW, curator Anne Ryan explains how the Wynne Prize gives us insight into the concerns of contemporary Australia.

Playback with Dean Hurley, KMRU and Megan Alice Clune at AGNSW

Art & DesignThe Art Gallery of New South Wales’ new North Building transforms into a lo-fi experimental club for one night only, with a line-up featuring a David Lynch collaborator, and a Kenya-based producer described as one of “15 East African Artists you need to hear”.

World Pride at the Art Gallery of NSW

EntertainmentCelebrate the LGBTQIA+ community with this series of free art, performances and events for Sydney World Pride 2023.

Adrián Villar Rojas: The End of Imagination at the Art Gallery of NSW

Art & DesignDescend into the inaugural exhibition at The Tank.

Artexpress 2023 at AGNSW

Art & DesignThis dynamic exhibition is one of the gallery’s most popular – and it’s entirely created by high-school students.

The AGNSW Is Shaking Up Its Food Offering, With a New Diner by Clayton Wells and a Kiosk Serving Wattleseed Morning Buns and Macadamia Choc-Tops

Food & DrinkThe former head chef of Automata joins Aunty Beryl Van-Oploo, Palisa Anderson and Matt Moran in leading the gallery’s food and drink venues across its new Sydney Modern Project and existing building. The all-day diner will have views over Woolloomooloo Bay, plus a takeaway spot will focus on snacks using Indigenous ingredients.

Feeling 22: Two Decades of Art Gallery Cinema

Art & DesignA winter-long film festival celebrating Sydney’s home of free, curated cinema.

Studio Visit: The Archibald Prize-Winning Artist, Blak Douglas, On How He’s Making Up Lost Ground

Art & DesignSydney-based Dunghutti painter Blak Douglas is the first First Nations artist from NSW to win the Archibald Prize. In partnership with Art Gallery of New South Wales, we visit his studio and discuss his career, why Australia’s arts institutions need to change and the significance of his winning 2022 portrait.

Archie Party at the Art Gallery of NSW

Art & DesignA night of contemporary art, music and food in celebration of Australia’s most popular art prize.

Daniel Boyd: Treasure Island at the Art Gallery of NSW

Art & DesignTwo decades of the legendary artist’s practice come to fruition in his first major Australian solo exhibition this summer.

Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes 2022

Art & DesignSee all 52 Archibald Prize finalists – including the Packing Room Prize-winning portrait of Kiwi director Taika Waititi – plus landscapes and genre work from some of the country’s top and rising artists.

Recipe: Matt Moran's (Very Arty) Pumpkin and Sage Potato Gnocchi

Art & DesignOne of Australia's best chefs has set up shop inside a gallery. In partnership with the Art Gallery of New South Wales, we take a look at what the culinary artist is creating.

After Hours: Rainbow Chan Live at the Art Gallery of NSW

Art & DesignGet dressed up and see the Sydney-based artist perform tracks from her acclaimed nostalgia-inspired EP, as well as take on covers of classics from inspirational iconic divas.

Matisse and Me: Artist Angela Tiatia on Being a Part of Matisse Alive

Art & DesignAngela Tiatia isn’t just inspired by Henri Matisse’s work – she’s inspired by his work ethic. In partnership with the Art Gallery of NSW, we discuss her path to becoming an artist and the Matisse Alive exhibition, a sprawling look at contemporary perspectives on the modern master.

Artexpress 2022 at AGNSW

Art & DesignThis dynamic exhibition is one of the gallery’s most popular – and it’s entirely created by high-school students.

Win A Massive Matisse-Themed Competition

Art & DesignIt’s the most impressive exhibition of Matisse pieces ever to be seen in Sydney. In partnership with the Art Gallery of NSW, we’re offering you a chance to take a personal tour.

Five Matisse Artworks That Chart His Impact on Art History

Art & DesignThe largest exhibition of Matisse masterpieces ever gathered is in Sydney. In partnership with the Art Gallery of New South Wales, exhibition curator Justin Paton examines five Matisse artworks that changed the trajectory of modern art.

A Bluffer’s Guide to Matisse

Art & DesignHenri Matisse, a French modernist painter and subject of a blockbuster exhibition in Sydney, rocked the art establishment with his new way of seeing the world. In partnership with the Art Gallery of New South Wales, exhibition curator Justin Paton explains why Matisse’s art remains so relevant today.

Family: Visions of a Shared Humanity at Art Gallery of NSW

Art & DesignBringing together the work of nine internationally renowned artists, this free new video exhibition looks at human connection at a moment of division.

Matisse: Life and Spirit

Art & DesignRevel in more than 100 innovative, expressive works by the influential French artist at the Art Gallery of NSW this summer.

Matisse Alive at AGNSW

Art & DesignIt’s a free festival of modern artworks connected to the famed artist. You’ll recognise his influence – and what influenced him – in the exploratory, vibrant exhibition, which includes four captivating new projects by female artists Nina Chanel Abney, Sally Smart, Angela Tiatia and Robin White.

In the Frame: Archibald Prize 2021

Art & DesignJoin the winner of this year’s Archibald Prize, Peter Wegner, and his subject Guy Warren as they talk creativity and the story behind the winning portrait with Yumi Stynes.

Art Gallery of NSW Online Exhibitions

Art & DesignThe Archibald, Wynne and Sulman prizes, and a spectacular survey of abstract artist Hilma af Klint’s works can be viewed virtually, for free.

Archie 100: A Century of the Archibald Prize

Art & DesignTo celebrate its 100th year, the prestigious art prize is putting together an exhibition of 100 key works from its history, exploring important moments and controversies via portraits of familiar faces and some that have been forgotten.

The Way We Eat at AGNSW

Art & DesignFrom porcelain bowls to paintings of peaches and banquet scenes, the gallery highlights Asian art relating to food and its role in the human experience.

Artexpress 2021

Art & DesignThis dynamic exhibition is one of AGNSW’s most popular – and it’s entirely created by high-school students.

A Huge Matisse Exhibition Is Coming to the Art Gallery of NSW Next Year

Art & DesignIt’s one of the first international exhibitions to show in Australia since the pandemic shut the art world down.

The 2020 Archibald Prize Finalists Have Been Announced

Art & DesignAnd artist, actor and writer Meyne Wyatt has been awarded the Packing Room Prize, becoming the first Indigenous artist to win any Archibald prize in the award’s history.

Just In: The 2020 Archibald Prize Finalists Have Been Announced

Art & DesignAnd artist, actor and writer Meyne Wyatt has been awarded the Packing Room Prize, becoming the first Indigenous artist to win any Archibald prize in the award’s history.

Broadsheet’s Art Editor Was One of the First Visitors at the Reopened AGNSW – This Is What It Was Like

Art & DesignJane Albert describes a sense of excitement in the air as she wandered the gallery’s free exhibitions – even the security guards were beaming.

Art Gallery of NSW Shop Sale

Art & DesignPick up artsy homewares, books and past-exhibition merch for up to 50 per cent off.

Coming Soon: Sydney Is Getting a Studio Ghibli Film Festival

EntertainmentGhost, shapeshifters, goblins and gods – it all ties in with the Art Gallery of NSW’s Japan Supernatural exhibition.

A Ben Quilty Retrospective Opens at the Art Gallery of New South Wales Today

Art & DesignSpanning 15 years it includes the acclaimed artist’s intimate portraits, nihilistic landscapes, early works about Australian masculinity, and his reflections on social and political injustice.

Chiswick at The Gallery Turns Five

Food & DrinkArt classes, bubbles by Ruinart and a free party for the restaurant's birthday celebrations.

From Rembrandt to Picasso: 2018 at The Art Gallery of NSW

Art & Design“We’re about to go into the most important chapter in this gallery’s history.”

Other Series

A Day of Art, Food and Drinks: Where To Eat and Sip While Touring Sydney’s Landmark Survey of Australian Art, The National 4

Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes 2023 at AGNSW

Inside The End of Imagination at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

The National 4: Australian Art Now

Brett Whiteley: Eternity is Now at AGNSW

Badlands Film Series at the Art Gallery of NSW

Wu Tsang’s Moby Dick; or The Whale at Westpac Openair Cinema

The Art Gallery of South Australia’s Blockbuster 2025 Program Unveiled

A “Full-Body Sound and Visual Experience” by Angelica Mesiti Takes Over AGNSW’s Tank

Art After Hours at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

Archie Party 2024 at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

A New Exhibition Captures the Influence and Legacy of Art Nouveau Icon Alphonse Mucha

Angus McDonald’s Portrait of Professor Marcia Langton Wins the Archibald’s People’s Choice Award

The Tiny and Talented Winners of the 2024 Young Archie Competition Announced

Coming Soon: A Seven-Screen Cinematic Installation Set To Transform AGNSW’s Oil Tank Gallery

Australian Artist Lesley Dumbrell Finally Gets a Major Survey of Her Mind-Bending Abstract Works

Five Artworks We Love in AGNSW’s Alphonse Mucha: Spirit of Art Nouveau Exhibition

Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes 2024 at AGNSW

Alphonse Mucha: Spirit of Art Nouveau at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

Volume at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

Queer Art After Hours at AGNSW

Kandinsky at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

Go Behind the Scenes With Hoda Afshar at Her First Major Exhibition at the Art Gallery of NSW

Win: Two Nights at a Five-Star Hotel, a Weekend of Live Music (Including a Gig by Sampa the Great) and Lunch at Mod by Clayton Wells

Louise Bourgeois: Has the Day Invaded the Night or Has the Night Invaded the Day at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

Lonnie Holley Returns to Australia: What To Expect From the Multihyphenate Artist’s Appearance at the Art Gallery of NSW

Solange in an Oil Tank, Experimental Sound Artists and Sampa The Great: What To Expect at the New Art Gallery of NSW Festival ‘Volume’

Archie Party 2023 at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

Australia’s Oldest Art Prize Remains a Litmus Test for Our Future

Playback with Dean Hurley, KMRU and Megan Alice Clune at AGNSW

World Pride at the Art Gallery of NSW

Adrián Villar Rojas: The End of Imagination at the Art Gallery of NSW

Artexpress 2023 at AGNSW

The AGNSW Is Shaking Up Its Food Offering, With a New Diner by Clayton Wells and a Kiosk Serving Wattleseed Morning Buns and Macadamia Choc-Tops

Feeling 22: Two Decades of Art Gallery Cinema

Studio Visit: The Archibald Prize-Winning Artist, Blak Douglas, On How He’s Making Up Lost Ground

Archie Party at the Art Gallery of NSW

Daniel Boyd: Treasure Island at the Art Gallery of NSW

Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes 2022

Recipe: Matt Moran's (Very Arty) Pumpkin and Sage Potato Gnocchi

After Hours: Rainbow Chan Live at the Art Gallery of NSW

Matisse and Me: Artist Angela Tiatia on Being a Part of Matisse Alive

Artexpress 2022 at AGNSW

Win A Massive Matisse-Themed Competition

Five Matisse Artworks That Chart His Impact on Art History

A Bluffer’s Guide to Matisse

Family: Visions of a Shared Humanity at Art Gallery of NSW

Matisse: Life and Spirit

Matisse Alive at AGNSW

In the Frame: Archibald Prize 2021

Art Gallery of NSW Online Exhibitions

Archie 100: A Century of the Archibald Prize

The Way We Eat at AGNSW

Artexpress 2021

A Huge Matisse Exhibition Is Coming to the Art Gallery of NSW Next Year

The 2020 Archibald Prize Finalists Have Been Announced

Just In: The 2020 Archibald Prize Finalists Have Been Announced

Broadsheet’s Art Editor Was One of the First Visitors at the Reopened AGNSW – This Is What It Was Like

Art Gallery of NSW Shop Sale

Coming Soon: Sydney Is Getting a Studio Ghibli Film Festival

A Ben Quilty Retrospective Opens at the Art Gallery of New South Wales Today

Chiswick at The Gallery Turns Five

From Rembrandt to Picasso: 2018 at The Art Gallery of NSW

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