Are you an art lover, tired of shows that feel too pricey or exclusive? Welcome to Australia’s biggest and most inclusive art show, where every piece is sold for just $100.
The Incognito Art Show returns to Sydney this June, finding a new home at Carriageworks to display its huge range of over 20,000 original artworks.
Running from Saturday, June 27, until Sunday, July 5, the show gives visitors the chance to score an original A5-sized piece of art for just $100 each. The catch? The artist of the piece will remain anonymous (or “incognito”).
By stripping away the pretension and exclusivity often associated with the art world, the Incognito Art Show creates an experience that is both welcoming and accessible, while also inspiring a new generation of art collectors and supporters.
How does it work?
Artists of all levels, from emerging talents to some of Australia’s most celebrated names, have generously contributed A5 postcard-sized artworks to the show. True to its name, the Incognito Art Show presents each artwork anonymously, putting all artists on a level playing field and adding a touch of mystery to the art-buying experience.
Buyers are encouraged to connect with the art itself, choosing pieces they genuinely love rather than being guided by big-name reputations. Incognito Art Show co-founder David Liston has previously stated, “You could be buying from a kid across the road… or you could be buying this year’s Archibald winner.”
Artworks are sold in person, on a first-come, first-served basis, and the artist’s identity is only revealed after the purchase. You’re limited to buying three pieces of artwork each.
At last year’s show in Paddington, some eager art lovers queued overnight outside the gallery, determined to claim the best picks under the ‘first in, best dressed’ policy.
Another reason to love the Incognito Art Show is its commitment to giving back. As a not-for-profit initiative, it supports the creative community by investing in artists and their careers.
All profits from the 2026 exhibition will fund professional development opportunities for artists with disabilities through organisations including Studio A in North Sydney, The Art Factory in Wagga Wagga and Access Arts in Brisbane.
Which artists are involved?
The show features A5 artworks created and donated by over 15,000 artists, including many of Australia’s most celebrated artists.
Adding to the excitement, recent Archibald Prize winners Laura Jones, Julia Gutman and Blak Douglas have all been confirmed as contributors to this year’s show.
Artists from Studio A have also been confirmed as contributors, including Catherine McGuinness, a three-time Archibald Prize finalist. Fellow Studio A artist Thom Roberts, a five-time Archibald Prize finalist and one of Sydney’s most acclaimed contemporary artists, is also expected to contribute.
This means you could take home an artwork by one of the winners or finalists of Australia’s most prestigious art award for just $100.
You can explore the 2026 artwork at Incognito Art Show here.
