NSW Art Gallery Wedding Guide

The NSW Art Gallery - why get married here?

In a city full of unique wedding venues the NSW Art Gallery is truly one of a kind.

You and your guests get exclusive access to the Art Gallery, and you have the option of catering by Matt Moran, all for less than you would think. A particular attraction for those wanting to gift their guests, and themselves, a truly memorable and singular experience.

All photos taken by me. Note artwork have been blurred in some images for publication here, but are visible in all client copies.


Venue Information

Vibe - cultured sophistication

Capacity - up to 116 seated in the restaurant or 200 cocktail style, with a seperate event hall able to cater for up to 200 guests seated or 350 cocktail style

Pricing - cocktail 195 pp, with seated packages ranging from 220 - 250 pp (venue hire extra from 2000)

Food - excellent modern Australian by the Fresh Collective or Matt Moran depending upon package





Venue Inclusions & Highlights

Exclusive venue hire of the gallery.

Access to select outdoor spaces and galleries for wedding party photography.

Complimentary guided tour for guests of our collection galleries.

Dedicated event manager.

All chairs, lighting, and AV technician to liaise with celebrants and bands / DJs

 

Things To Know

you and your guests get exclusive access to the art gallery before the ceremony

Ever dreamed of having the Art Gallery all to yourself? Now you can. For both your guests and to take photos.

you have the option of the catering to be done by matt moranโ€™s team

All the catering options are exceptional but this is a great way to treat your guests to a singular experience.

Ceremony Space Options & Limitations

The NSW Art Gallery has multiple ceremony spaces depending on size and your aesthetics, with the stipulation that ceremonies donโ€™t typically start until 6PM after the gallery has closed for the day. However, as a bonus as above you and your guests typically get exclusive access to the gallery from 5 15PM onward. This is included even if you choose to have your ceremony elsewhere, which some people do to maximise time spent with their guests.

NSW Art Gallery CEREMONY Options

Kaldor Hall - surrounded by art and the beauty of the main hall

 
 

Art Gallery Function Room - minimal elegance with city views

 
 

Other Popular Nearby Ceremony Options - The Botanic Gardens

If the 6 PM start time is a deal breaker, couples often choose to have their ceremony at one of a variety of spots in the Botanic Gardens. A popular option is to have an earlier ceremony and then drinks and canapes in the Gardens, followed by the reception at the Art Gallery. See some examples below, all within walking distance.

Palm House

 
 

Rose Garden

 
 

Mare and Foal Lawn

 
 
 

What It Could Look Like

Note Iโ€™ve only included examples from one wedding as the Art Gallery requires express written permission for vendors to publish any photographs due to copyright of the artworks. Artwork have been blurred in some images for publication here, but are not for the couples copy.

 
 

Iโ€™ve photographed scores of weddings at the NSW Art Gallery, let me help guide you through the process.

I am, infact, the NSW Art Galleryโ€™s preferred wedding photographer as I know all the inโ€™s and outโ€™s of what you can and canโ€™t do at the unique venue. If you are getting married here Iโ€™d absolutely love to document it beautifully and honestly for you, and help you make the most of it.

Dane

 

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