Geelong Contemporary soirée 2025

Join us for an evening celebrating contemporary Australian art and help us build our collection. After our curatorial team present a selection of captivating works for your consideration, you will have the opportunity to cast your vote for Geelong Gallery’s next contemporary acquisition.

Tickets include complimentary canapes, wine, beer and soft drinks. Cocktails at bar prices.

A portion of the ticket will go towards fundraising for the acquisition.

A Geelong Contemporary fundraising event  

Donations over $2 are tax deductible for Australia taxpayers (ABN 93 770 396 335). 

Geelong Contemporary

Geelong Contemporary was established in 2016 to support the growth and presentation of Geelong Gallery’s acclaimed contemporary art collection through advocacy, engagement, and fundraising. As a dedicated fundraising and support group, Geelong Contemporary enables the acquisition and display of contemporary Australian art. Through generous donations, supporters help expand the Gallery’s collection.

Since its inception, the committee has raised funds to acquire works by leading contemporary artists, including Tammy Gilson, Maree Clarke, Kaylene Whiskey, Hoda Afshar, Rose Nolan, Kait James, Rachel Hine, Nicholas Mangan, Gabriella Mangano and Silvana Mangano, Louise Paramor, Rone, David Rosetzky, Charlie Sofo, and Christian Thompson.

For more information on how to contribute, please contact:

Tazmin Kip
Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager
tazmin.kip@geelonggallery.org.au

2025 Committee members: Roxie Bennett (Chair), Garry Flanigan, Vic Hope, Amy Lu, Bella MacKinnon, Adriana Oslewski, Georgie O’Dwyer, Sarah Scott, James Robertson, Andrew Deane, and Lisa Sullivan.

Thank you to our partners: