Information for artists to exhibit at AAD Gallery Australia - 12 month agreement
About AAD Gallery
Australian Art & Design (AAD) Gallery is situated in the iconic, historic precinct of The Rocks in Sydney, Australia. Nestled among charming heritage buildings and cobblestone laneways, the gallery sits right in the cultural heart of the City—just a stone’s throw from the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House. Surrounded by lively markets, boutique shops, vibrant cafés, and a steady flow of locals, the area is also one of Sydney’s most visited destinations for international tourists. This prime location offers artists exceptional exposure, as visitors from around the world regularly explore The Rocks to experience its culture, history, and creative spirit.
AAD Gallery promotes an extensive collection of original, multidisciplinary contemporary art practices, notably local Australian artists in international scenes. The gallery, established in 2015 by international award-winning artist and director Shazia Imran, focuses on supporting local emerging and established artists through regular representation in exhibitions and art fairs within and outside of Australia.
We are currently inviting artists to submit their expression of interest in joining AAD Gallery, providing a broader range of art for our collectors and clients.
AAD Gallery is seeking artists to showcase their works in our gallery space and possibly in participating art fairs. This will be a 12 month agreement with possibility of renewal at the end of the 12 month term. All submissions will be reviewed by our curatorial team with focus on concept, skill and suitability for our collection. Selected artists will be represented in our physical gallery at The Rocks, Sydney and our online website available for direct purchase.
Selected artworks are to be showcased exclusively by AAD Gallery and cannot be shown by other representatives or sold privately. All artists will be promoted via our online platforms including social media and other relevant marketing materials - we strongly encourage our artists to promote their works in the gallery collection on their independent platforms also. AAD Gallery maintains strong, long-standing relationships with our clients and collectors, built on trust and high-quality service, and we look forward to extending these connections to support and showcase your work.
Artist Opportunities
At AAD Gallery, we pride ourselves in supporting the representation of original and unique works to present and new collectors. Being in the heart of an iconic Sydney visiting precinct in front of the Overseas Passenger Terminal and a walk away from the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the gallery is at a prime location with peak visibility and accessibility from both local and international visitors. This provides our artists with optimal reach to a diverse range of customers globally.
Selected artist get chance to be exhibited in our (eligible) group shows with the standard application fee waived off.
In addition to a physical gallery exposure, we also offer selected representation at art fairs within Australia and overseas. Selected works will be subjected to approval by the curatorial team and gallery director. Whether you are an emerging or established artist, we ensure that each artist gets the essential support to promote their growth through local and international exposure, sales, and opportunities. Artists will be treated fairly and communicated clearly on our involvements with their works with careful consideration to needs and desires. As we would love our collection to find their homes, we will consistently support artists and their ongoing practice.
Important Information
All selected artists and their works will be available for direct purchase and viewing in the physical gallery and on our website www.aadgallery.com Curation and hanging of the works will be at the discretion of the curatorial team with frequent rotation. Works on the website will be accessible via our shop front and artist page which will include a bio of you and relevant artworks. All artworks will require image, title, dimensions, medium, price (AUD) which should be included in your form submission.
Your participation as an artist of AAD Gallery will have an annual non-refundable admin fee of $2000 + GST - this will cover all behind the scenes marketing, physical and online gallery services associated with your inclusion as an AAD Gallery artist.
AAD Gallery operates on a 50% commission structure for all artwork sales. This commission supports the costs associated with professionally presenting and promoting your work, including staff wages, gallery operations, and other expenses related to our prime location at The Rocks. All artwork sales are also subject to a 10% GST, which is charged to customers at the point of purchase in line with Australian tax requirements. This structure ensures transparency, maintains the high standard of our gallery services, and allows us to continue offering artists strong visibility and meaningful sales opportunities. Shipping of sold artwork will be calculated based on the buyer location, artwork size and weight, and will be charged directly to the customer.
GST and shipping costs will not be required in your artwork selling price.
Example of Sale
Sale of artwork $1000
Artwork price incl 10% GST $1100 (indicated on the label/price-list)
50% Commission fee $500
Total paid to the Artist $500
Artwork price (Excluding GST) will be agreed between the Artist and the Gallery on the Consignment form. The Artists can suggest any discount on this form as well if the customer asks for any discounts. And the gallery can negotiate the discount on your behalf.
Exhibitions and Art Fairs
AAD Gallery participates in several international and local art fairs as well as group exhibitions hosted at our gallery space. We have participated in areas such as New York, London, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Sydney, Chicago, Austin, Boston, Shenzhen, Taipei and Dubai, developing an extended collector base worldwide.
Opportunities to participate in art fairs will be offered by invitation from the AAD Gallery team. If you are interested in proceeding, we will provide you with a detailed outline of requirements and the necessary artwork information. Selection of artworks for fairs and exhibitions will be at the discretion of our curatorial team and gallery director. All promotional activities, marketing materials, and display arrangements will also be managed under the direction of the gallery director.
As exhibiting at art fairs involves additional costs, invited artists will be required to contribute a fee for each fair. This fee helps cover booth rental, display setup, insurance, staffing, and shipping expenses. Please note that sales at art fairs are subject to a different commission structure than in-gallery sales, with a 20%-50% commission applied - depending on the offer. All aspects of art fair participation, including sales, will be handled exclusively by the AAD Gallery team.
Successful Applicants
Once applications are received, the gallery curatorial team will assess the submission based strictly on merit. The successful artists will be contacted by the gallery team via the email provided. All relevant terms and conditions and additional requirements will also be sent to ensure the finalisation of your agreement. When completed, you will be invoiced the annual fee of the 12 month agreement of $2000 + GST to be paid in advance.
We look forward to expanding our collection of artists at AAD Gallery and supporting you with a platform to showcase your work.
How to submit your application
To submit your application, please complete the Artist Submission Form If you have any questions regarding your application, feel free to contact us. Make sure to add you contact details - email and phone number.
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Deadline
First batch deadline is 20 Dec 2025. Only successful applicants will be contacted between 28-30 Jan 2025.
