Known as the popular alternative to the esteemed and most respected Archibald and Wynne Prize, Salon was initiated by the S.H. Ervin Gallery in NSW in 1992, featuring works not selected for the official exhibition, but rather those recognised for their quality, diversity and experimentation.
In 2024, 60 works have been selected – 38 portraits entered for the Archibald Prize and 22 landscapes from the Wynne Prize – and have recently been on display at the S.H. Ervin Gallery in Sydney before making their way to Adelaide.
David Roche Gallery director Robert Reason said the team is thrilled to be showcasing the Salon selection.
“The exhibition is a wonderful opportunity to see a broad range of national artists that come together to celebrate portraiture and landscape painting,” he said.
“As an audience we have the privilege of gaining an insight into their psyches mediated through self-portraiture or their commitment to selecting and painting someone who has made a meaningful impact on their life. Similarly, the illustration of a landscape can come from a specific environmental concern or a spiritual connection.
“This promises to be a must-see event for art enthusiasts and collectors alike.”
Director of S.H. Ervin Gallery Jane Watters said she is looking forward to the exhibition opening at David Roche Gallery, giving the public an exclusive insight into Australia’s best contemporary portraiture and landscape paintings.
“Adelaide’s vibrant arts scene coupled with having enthusiastic art lovers, makes it the perfect destination to share this exciting exhibition,” she said.
Last Friday, 6th of September at 10.30am, a sold-out tour of Salon des Refusés 2024 was led by Watters who was also one of the judging panellists for the 2024 exhibition. In this special tour, Watters shared anecdotes about the judging process and discussed her favourite works on display.
Salon des Refusés 2024
until 26th of October, 2024 (open Tuesdays-Saturdays, closed public holidays)
David Roche Gallery, North Adelaide
Hero image: Lake Daylesford by Mark Dober
