Art Leven, formerly known as Cooee Art, has officially opened its new multi-level, purpose-built gallery space in Woolloomooloo, Sydney. The relocation marks a significant new chapter for one of Australia’s oldest fine art galleries dedicated to First Nations artists. The inaugural program features a major solo exhibition of paintings by Pintupi artist Mitjili Napanangka Gibson titled "The Places That Know Us," alongside "Gatherings," a group exhibition of bronze and aluminium sculptures produced in collaboration with Urban Art Projects.
This move represents a strategic expansion and rebranding for a gallery that has championed Indigenous art since 1981. By establishing a sophisticated, multi-level presence in Woolloomooloo, Art Leven aims to elevate the presentation of First Nations practices within a contemporary, high-profile context. The inclusion of historical sculptural collaborations and the focus on Gibson’s pre-contact nomadic knowledge underscores the gallery's commitment to preserving cultural integrity while fostering modern engagement with Indigenous storytelling.