Gertrude is Australia’s leading incubator of contemporary art.

As a non-commercial and independent space, Gertrude offers artists freedom for risk-taking, innovation and ambition.

Our artistic program – including our studio and exhibition program – is unique in its equal emphasis on the production and presentation of contemporary art. This enables us 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. Our audiences engage with risk-taking, formative moments that define artist careers.