National Indigenous Art Fair 2026 debuts in transformed Cutaway Barangaroo
The National Indigenous Art Fair (NIAF) will take place from July 3 to 5, 2026, at The Cutaway Barangaroo in Sydney, marking the venue's inaugural event following significant renovations. This fair, organized by First Hand Solutions Aboriginal Corporation and backed by the NSW Government, stands as the largest showcase of First Nations art and culture in the area. Artworks will be available for purchase, ranging from $100 to $30,000, directly from artists representing remote community-owned art centres in the Northern Territory, South Australia, Queensland, and Western Australia. Aligning with NAIDOC Week, the event features thirty Indigenous art centres, including Merrepen and Jilamara Arts and Craft. Notably, 100% of profits support the art centres, with no fees deducted. Highlights include pieces by various artists such as Kieren Karritpul and Karen Rogers. CEO Peter Cooley highlighted the fair's importance in connecting isolated artists with opportunities for sales, workshops, and discussions. Additionally, Art Almanac is providing ten tickets to its subscribers.
Key facts
- NIAF 2026 runs 3–5 July 2026 at The Cutaway Barangaroo, Sydney.
- It is the first event in the venue after a major transformation.
- Presented by First Hand Solutions Aboriginal Corporation and supported by the NSW Government.
- Price points range from $100 to $30,000.
- Works are sold directly from artists at remote community-owned art centres in NT, SA, QLD, and WA.
- Coincides with NAIDOC Week and represents thirty Indigenous art centres.
- No commission or stall fees; 100% of profits go to art centres.
- Art Almanac offers ten tickets to subscribers for the opening night on 3 July.
Entities
Artists
- Alison Puruntatameri
- Kieren Karritpul
- Karen Rogers
- Agnes Donnelly
- Valerie Brumby
- Joseph Williams
- Mary Gibson
- Rachel Luckan
- Joey Nganjmirra
- Rekeshia Goodwin
- Stefan Smith
- Debbie Napanangka Beasley
- Peter Cooley
Institutions
- National Indigenous Art Fair
- First Hand Solutions Aboriginal Corporation
- NSW Government
- Munupi Arts
- Merrepen Arts, Culture and Language Aboriginal Corporation
- Ngukurr Arts
- Warnayaka Art & Cultural Aboriginal Corporation
- Walkatjara Art
- Nyinkka Nyunyu Art & Culture Centre
- Tjarlirli & Kaltukarjara Art
- Durrmu Arts
- Injalak Arts and Culture Centre
- Spinifex Hill Studio
- Ltyentye Apurte Traditional Craft Centre
- Barkly Arts
- Art Almanac
- Jilamara Arts and Craft
- Artists of Ampilatwatja
Locations
- The Cutaway Barangaroo
- Sydney
- Australia
- Northern Territory
- South Australia
- Queensland
- Western Australia