2005 Venice Biennale

The 2005 Venice Biennale was a major international art exhibition held in Venice, Italy, showcasing contemporary artists from around the world. It featured artworks across various mediums, including painting, sculpture, installation, and video. The event was divided into national pavilions and a central curated exhibition, highlighting themes of globalization, identity, and political issues. It attracted thousands of visitors, critics, and collectors, serving as a leading platform for contemporary art discourse. Notably, the Australian Pavilion showcased significant works by Fiona Hall, while the central exhibition curated by art critic Robert Storr explored the complex relationship between art and societal change.