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26 Apr – 7 May

Emerging Art Beat Exhibition

  • Free
  • Art

Emerging Art Beat Exhibition is a contemporary group exhibition presented by Australia Multi & Culture Council and Creative Asia Foundation, bringing together emerging artists from diverse cultural and diasporic backgrounds. The exhibition spans painting, photography, installation and interdisciplinary practices, highlighting new artistic voices within Melbourne’s evolving art landscape.

The opening night and creative gathering on Sunday 26 April offers an opportunity for audiences to engage directly with artists, curators and the wider creative community. Visitors are invited to experience the exhibition in a relaxed and inclusive environment, alongside informal conversations and networking.

As part of Creative Asia’s ongoing commitment to supporting underrepresented practitioners, the exhibition fosters cross-cultural dialogue and exchange, positioning emerging artists within broader contemporary art discourse.

Free entry. RSVP only needed for opening night.

Hours

Date Times
Sun 26 Apr
  • 5.30pm - 7.30pm 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Tue 28 Apr
  • 12pm - 5pm 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Wed 29 Apr
  • 12pm - 5pm 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Thu 30 Apr
  • 12pm - 5pm 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Fri 1 May
  • 12pm - 5pm 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Mon 4 May
  • 12pm - 5pm 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Tue 5 May
  • 12pm - 5pm 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Wed 6 May
  • 11am - 2pm 11:00am - 2:00pm
Thu 7 May
  • 12pm - 5pm 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Location

Creative Asia Art Centre
Level M, 18/38 Siddeley St
Docklands 3008

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Price and bookings

This is a free event

Book online for Emerging Art Beat Exhibition

Contact details

  • telephone number: 03 9125 9028
  • email address: hello@creativeasia.org
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  • Mobility access
  • Relaxed/low sensory

All accessibility information is self-reported by the listing owner. It has not been verified by the City of Melbourne.

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