First Nations
First Nations art is among the most vital and influential shaping Australian culture today. At Sydney Contemporary, works by leading established and emerging First Nations artists are presented by galleries from across the country, reflecting the diversity of practices, communities and cultural perspectives that continue to define contemporary art. The works speak to enduring connections to Country, culture and identity, while engaging with the pressing questions of the present.
Continue reading for a preview, then see and buy works by these artists at Sydney Contemporary from 3–6 September 2026 at Carriageworks. Tickets are on sale now.
Cover: Gaypalani Waṉambi, 2026, Etched on found metal. Courtesy of Michael Reid.
Regina Pilawuk Wilson, 80-25, 2026, presented by Michael Reid Sydney + Berlin
Melanie Koolmatrie, Where Waters Carry Stories, 2026, presented by Everywhen Art
Emily Kame Kngwarreye, Ankara Merne – Intekwe, 1990, presented by Art Leven (Formerly Cooee Art)
Cliff Reid, Tjilikan, 2007, presented by D Lan Galleries
Tiger Palpatja, Piltati, 2010, presented by D Lan Galleries
Yukultji Napangati, Untitled, 2026, presented by Utopia Art Sydney
Ken Thaiday Snr, Dhari, 1990, presented by A Second Eye
Carol Puruntatameri, Yipali and Purrukupali, 2026, presented by Art Leven (Formerly Cooee Art)
Betty Kuntiwa Pumani, Antara, 2026, presented by Alcaston Gallery
Maku Tjukurpa, (93-26AS), Sandra Pumani, presented by APY Art Centre Collective
Janice Stanley, Pantu (Salt Lake), 2026, presented by Everywhen Art
Bugai Whyoulter, Wantili (Warntili, Canning Stock Route Well 25), 2024, presented by Art Leven (Formerly Cooee Art)
Estate of the artist (Janet Dreamer), Walkabout (Old Flora Gorge), 2018, presented by Everywhen Art
Alfred Lowe, After-Party I, 2025, presented by SABBIA
Binygurr Wirrpanda, Guḏurrku, 2026, presented by Alcaston Gallery
Shaun Daniel Allen (Shal), Between Lands, presented by China Heights Gallery
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