Wester Gallery is an independent, artist-led contemporary gallery based in Newcastle, Australia. Established in 2022, our mission is to support a diverse and distinctive group of artists—emerging and established—through thoughtful exhibitions, long-term collaboration, and genuine community engagement.

Born out of a desire to create a space that reflects the depth and complexity of regional practice, Wester champions work that is conceptually grounded, emotionally resonant, and visually bold. In 2024, the gallery relocated to a new space on Bolton Street, bringing a more visible, accessible, and flexible venue to the heart of Newcastle’s evolving creative precinct.

With an artist-first ethos and a commitment to experimentation, Wester has become known not only for its curated exhibitions but also for residencies, soundscape collaborations, and multidisciplinary programming. We work closely with artists over time—believing in development, not just display—and welcome audiences into a space that is as much about connection as it is about contemplation.

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