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Applications for Sydney Contemporary 2027 are open to established commercial galleries and accredited artist agents with a demonstrated history of presenting curated exhibitions, whether within their own premises, external project spaces or at recognised art fairs.

Selection is based on the curatorial strength and vision of each applicant’s program, the calibre of artists they represent or work with, and the quality, originality and ambition of their proposed presentation for Sydney Contemporary 2027. Consideration is also given to the gallery’s exhibition history, notable projects and contribution to contemporary artistic practice, both nationally and internationally.

Applicants are encouraged to propose ambitious, thoughtfully curated presentations, including new bodies of work, solo exhibitions or ‘solo within group’ presentations that demonstrate excellence in contemporary practice. Preference will be given to presentations featuring new or previously unexhibited works.

All applications are reviewed by the Sydney Contemporary Selection Committee, a panel of respected industry experts. The 2027 Selection Committee comprises José Da Silva(Director, UNSW Galleries Chair, University Art Museums Australia), Amanda Love(Director, LoveArt), Jarrod Rawlins(Director, Curatorial Affairs, Museum of Old and New Art), and Victor Wang(Director, Artspace).