15th Biennale of Sydney

Over a quarter of a million people will experience the world in a different way when they attend Australia's leading contemporary art event, the 2006 Biennale of Sydney. This year's free exhibition and associated events feature 85 of the world's most dynamic and provocative artists from 44 countries. All eyes will be on Sydney as the Biennale claims the attention of people from all over the city and beyond when it opens in 16 venues from Circular Quay to Marrickville, Blacktown and Campbelltown.

One of the most challenging events of its kind, the Biennale of Sydney celebrates its 15th exhibition in 2006, making it one of the most established biennales in the world. This year's event provides a chance to experience some of today's most exciting artists, many of whom will show in Australia for the first time. Over 50 of the 85 participating artists will be coming to Sydney for the event and special programs will give Australians unique access to some of the most creative minds working today.

The 2006 exhibition curated by leading art historian and curator, Dr Charles Merewether, pushes new boundaries with a strong representation by artists from countries and regions that are rarely represented in major international festivals and biennales.

Ivan Dougherty Gallery will feature the work of Alfredo Juan Aquilizan/Maria Isabel Gaudinez-Aquilizan from the Philippines, who will create 'In-transit Project Be-Longing' (2006); KatrÏna Neiburga from Latvia, who will present 'Solitude' 2005; and Mürüvvet Türkyilmaz from Turkey, will create an exciting new installation in the gallery.

Opening 5.30-7.30pm Thursday 8 June The exhibition will be officially opened at 6pm by Dr Charles Merewether, Artistic Director & Curator of the 15th Biennale of SydneyBiennale Artists' Talks 3-30-4.30pm Thursday 8 JuneBiennale Symposium at COFA - TransPractice and Collaborations 11 & 12 August 10am-5.30pm College of Fine Arts, Main Lecture Theatre EG02. Entry is free.Gallery Hours: Monday to Saturday 10-5 (closed Sunday and public holidays) For further information, please contact Ivan Dougherty Gallery.The 2006 Biennale of Sydney catalogue will be available for sale at Ivan Dougherty Gallery.

For further information, please contact Ivan Dougherty Gallery.

Public Programs

Symposium TransPractice and Collaborations