September 2026
Curator-led highlights of Sydney Contemporary
Discover a selection of works at Australia’s premier art fair, picked just for you by the Biennale exhibitions team, leading this first-look tour.
A closer connection to Sydney’s artistic community
Welcome to the Biennale of Sydney’s expanded community of support – artseen is your invitation to go behind the scenes, connect with the creative minds shaping the future of culture, and play a meaningful role in championing the art scene of Sydney. Enjoy monthly events that offer authentic immersion in this city’s most compelling creative practices and build lasting relationships with the artists behind them.
Available as a membership program for a tax-deductible donation of $500 per year – and included as a standard benefit for all Biennale of Sydney benefactor tiers – artseen gives exclusive access to a program of regular events throughout the two-year cycle of the Biennale of Sydney.
For more information, contact development@biennaleofsydney.com.au.
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November 2026
First Nations History Tour with artist Dennis Golding
Follow Rememory artist Dennis Golding for a tour unlocking the urban Aboriginal history of Redfern, followed by drinks with Dennis at his local.
October 2026
Studio Visit with Monica Rani Rudhar
Rememory artist Monica Rani Rudhar welcomes artseen to her studio for an immersion into her artistic universe, followed by drinks at a local bar.
December 2026
End-of-Year Artists’ Party
Join an exceptional celebration of contemporary art, music and performance in a surprise location, co-hosted with Biennale of Sydney partners.
past events
August 2026
Exhibition Viewing with Nick Collerson at PALAS
artseen gathered with Sydney-based artist Nick Collerson to view his latest exhibition at PALAS, followed by pizza and wine with the artist and gallery directors.
June 2026
Art After Dark – Vivid Sydney presents Elsy Wameyo and Riah
artseen enjoyed privileged access to the penultimate event in the 25th Biennale’s music program, Art After Dark, with complimentary drinks at the bar.
July 2026
26th Biennale Artistic Director Announcement
artseen joined the Biennale board and team, alongside press and fellow supporters, to be the first to learn the identity of the 26th Artistic Director.
May 2026
artseen 2026 Program Launch
artseen joined Barbara Moore, Chief Executive Officer, Biennale of Sydney, for a fireside-style conversation led by Tom Rowell, Philanthropy Manager, exploring the essential role of new communities of supporters as arts organisations evolve to enhance how they serve artists, audiences and creative ecosystems.
2025 Ambassador
Bhenji Ra
Bhenji Ra: artseen’s inaugural ambassador for 2025.
A transdisciplinary powerhouse working across dance, video, illustration, and community activation, Bhenji brings an electrifying energy to ArtSeen.
As the leader of Western Sydney’s House of SLÉ and Mother of the Filipino and Oceanic Chapters of the iconic House of Juicy Couture, Bhenji is a visionary force in Australia’s ballroom scene—and beyond.
Her 2025 artseen program was deeply community-driven, immersive, and unforgettable.