This July, get inspired with a visit to the best and most creative art exhibitions across Australia.
No matter the season, Australia’s art galleries are curating a vibrant mix of exhibitions that cater to all tastes. From renowned artists from around the world to bleeding edge Australian artists getting their first break, there is always something to look out for.
July is a fantastic month for art lovers in Australia, with several must-see exhibitions happening across the country. So, let’s dive into some of the best art exhibitions you won’t want to miss this July!
French Impressionism from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston at the National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
National Gallery of Victoria. Image via Visit Victoria
French impressionism changed the course of art history, and now you can view that history up close with the latest art exhibition at the NGV. Drawing from the rich collection of Impressionist masterworks at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, this partnership brings Melburnians over 100 paintings from pioneers including Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Edgar Degas. Split across ten thematic sections that feature letters, journals and articles of the time period to enjoy not just the distinctive brushwork and vivid use of colour, but the chance to see a new perspective on an art movement that changed the world.
French Impressionism | National Gallery of Victoria | Dates: Until October 05, 2025
Yolŋu power: the art of Yirrkala at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney
Yolŋu power the art of Yirrkala. Image via Destination NSW
Starting on June 21st and running through till the 6th of October, the Art Gallery of New South Wales is showcasing the profound and evolving art of the Indigenous Yirrkala people. This profound art exhibition highlights the cultural, political, and social history of the Yolŋu people through their art from the 1940s through to the present day. This broad span lets you see how these artists adapt and innovate across generations, reflecting the challenges of their society new and old.
Yolŋu power: the art of Yirrkala| Art Gallery of New South Wales | Dates: Until October 06, 2025
Frida Kahlo: In Her Own Image at Bendigo Art Gallery
Exhibition of Frida Kahlo dresses. Photography by Alexandra Lande via Shutterstock.
Running till July 13, 2025, Bendigo Art Gallery is hosting one of the most exciting art exhibitions in Australia this April. Mexico’s most renowned artist, the Frida Kahlo: In Her Own Image features Kahlo’s personal belongings, clothing, and accessories, on loan from the Museo Frida Kahlo in Mexico. You’ll get an intimate look at the life of one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, with items that have never been seen in Australia before. It’s a unique opportunity to explore Kahlo’s vibrant world and her profound legacy in art and society. Perfect for anyone fascinated by art, history, and the stories behind iconic figures!
Frida Kahlo: In Her Own Image | Bendigo Art Gallery | Dates: Until July 13, 2025
in the end, the beginning at MONA, Hobart
MONA Gallery, Hobart. Photography by Mona and Rémi Chauvin. Image via Tourism Tasmania.
Transform raw materials through technology and mechanics at MONA’s latest exhibition. From the mind of Italian sculptor Arcangelo Sassolino, in the end, the beginning focuses on harness extreme forces like tension, speed, heat, and gravity to reveal the inner life of materials, including incredible demonstrations such as the hydraulic piston breaking wooden beams, a suspended glass sheet under immense pressure, and molten steel showering down from the ceiling. Sassolino’s art metaphorically reflects life’s impermanence and the potential for renewal through destruction.
in the end, the beginning | MONA | Dates: Until April 06, 2026
Dangerously Modern: Australian Women Artists in Europe 1890-1940 at Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide
Art Gallery of South Australia. Image via South Australian Tourism Commission
The first major exhibition to focus on the role Australian woman played in developing international modernism, this is a must visit art exhibition in South Australia. Running from May 24th until September 7th at the Art Gallery of South Australia, Dangerously Modern: Australian Women Artists in Europe 1890–1940 features over 200 works from fifty trailblazing artists on their artistic journeys through Europe, challenging social constraints to pursue international careers. With a broad range of artistic movements including impressionism and cubism, you’re in for a sensational journey at this exciting new art exhibition.
Dangerously Modern: Australian Women Artists in Europe 1890-1940 | AGSA | Dates: Until September 07, 2025
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