THE OTHER ART FAIR RETURNS TO SYDNEY: WHERE CREATIVITY KNOWS NO RULES

ABOUT THE EVENT

From May 8th to May 11th, Sydney’s White Bay Cruise Terminal will once again transform into a riot of creativity, where independent artists take centre stage and the usual art-world rules don’t apply.

Presented by Saatchi Art, The Other Art Fair isn’t just another art event - it’s a full-blown experience. Forget sterile white walls and whispered conversations. Here, you’ll meet over 100 game-changing artists, get hands-on with immersive installations, and discover work that makes you stop, think, and maybe even laugh out loud.

“Sydney brings the energy every time,” says Australian Fair Director Luke Potkin. “This isn’t a place for quiet admiration - it’s a place to connect, to explore, and to find art that actually speaks to you. We’re all about breaking down barriers between artists and art lovers, and this May, we’re back with more bold, weird, and wonderful work than ever. This will also be the only edition for us in 2025 in Sydney, with exciting news to come imminently about our plans for the rest of the year.”

ART, INTERACTION & A TOUCH OF CHAOS

Alongside the artists, expect interactive installations, unexpected performances, and experiences that throw traditional exhibitions out the window. Whether it’s stepping inside an artist’s world, watching artists duke it out as part of Art Battle, getting a tattoo, or discovering work that pushes boundaries, The Other Art Fair is where the real magic happens. For those who like their art with a side of after-dark vibes, the Opening Night on Thursday, May 8 (5 to 10pm) kicks things off with live DJs, a buzzing bar, and first dibs on some of the freshest work around. The Fair then runs across the weekend, from Friday, May 9 (3-10pm), Saturday, May 10 (10am–6pm), and Sunday, May 11 (10am-5pm).

Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a first-time buyer, there’s art for every taste and budget. No snobbery, no pretension - just good art and good times. Join the rebellion this May. This isn’t just another traditional art fair. This is The Other Art Fair!

HIGHLIGHTS

The Ceramics Edit - celebrating the craftsmanship of ceramicists with an epic line up including Alyson Hayes, Ashlee Bennett, Beyaz Ceramics, Coe Studio Carly Pascoe, Jess Sellinger, Lisa Hölzl, Mandy Yun Yun Chen, Michelle Samaras, Nadia Vitlin, Samantha Robinson, Silviya Saikali, Sogo ceramics, ThroughGood Pottery, and Yang Qiu. PHEW! Get up close with the phenomenal artists redefining this underrepresented medium.

The Mother Art Fair (Sunday, May 11) - a special Mother’s Day transformation, spotlighting artists who explore themes of motherhood, childhood, and matrescence. Featuring Alice West, whose work captures childhood wonder; Sarah Beetson, who presents a triptych of Australian native flowers symbolising pregnancy; and Priya Gore, an artist and former engineer known for her nomadic, slow-art approach.

Art that sparks conversation - featuring works that tackle today’s most pressing themes, from Space Cowboy’s technology enhanced pieces (loved by David Guetta) to Shorouq Shabsoug’s abstract interpretations of Palestinian resilience, and Sarah Beetson’s provocative depiction of a certain orange-haired political figure.