Gertrude is Australia’s leading incubator of contemporary art. Respected nationally and internationally, Gertrude has proven its impact for 40 years shaping the careers of Australia’s most celebrated artists. As a non-commercial and independent space, Gertrude offers artists freedom for risk-taking, innovation and ambition.

Its artistic program – including its studio and exhibition program – is unique in its equal emphasis on the production and presentation of contemporary art. This enables it to back great artists to explore new ideas and present risk-taking work at pivotal points in their careers.

Gertrude gives audiences unique insight into the creative development of artists. Its audiences engage with risk-taking, formative moments that define artist careers.