Megha Joshi, Shilpa Gupta, Dayamta Singh, Chinar Farooqui participating from India
- Angelina Karadada Boona (Wunambal Gaambera/Worrora, Australia) presents a glowing Wandjina ancestral figure on the Waterwall, reminding viewers of their connection to and impact on Country.
- Najla El Zein (Lebanese-French) creates a carved limestone sculpture designed for public gathering, sitting, and interaction.
Key highlights include:
- Large-scale works by Pamela Rosenkranz (Switzerland), Zanele Muholi (South Africa), Jenny Holzer (USA), Sarah Sze (USA), Wolfgang Tillmans (Germany), Shilpa Gupta (India), Christine Sun Kim (USA), Chinar Farooqui (India), and others.
- Participatory pieces such as Louise Paramor’s giant chess set and Wendy Red Star’s interactive multimedia installation.
- Video and installation works by Martine Syms, Mika Rottenberg, and Yvonne Todd.
- A special children’s exhibition by Mika Rottenberg titled Squish, Twist, Fizz.
The Triennial brings together leading international and Australian artists, emphasising innovation, craftsmanship, community, identity, climate, and our relationship with technology and nature.Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific CEO Homero Becerra said, ” ‘We are proud to once again support NGV Triennial 2026 as Principal Partner. At Mercedes-Benz Australia, we are driven by innovation, design excellence and a commitment to shaping the future. Guided by our philosophy, ‘the best or nothing’, we champion creativity that challenges convention, embraces progress and reflects the world we live in today. NGV Triennial powerfully captures this spirit, bringing together contemporary art, design and architecture from around the globe to explore both our present moment and the possibilities ahead.’
