Australian curator and writer Natalie King shared insights into her work and approach to curating during a conversation held ahead of the Anant Curatorial Forum 2026, which concluded on March 22 in Delhi.
The discussion, part of a short-format feature titled “A Minute Thirty”, explored King’s perspective on curator-artist relationships and the value of working across disciplines. Based in Melbourne, she spoke about balancing roles that include curating, writing, editing and teaching, describing this mix as central to her practice.
King is widely recognised for her work at the Venice Biennale, where she has led several milestone projects. These include curating the first solo presentation by an Indigenous artist in the Australian Pavilion, as well as supporting representation from the Pacific and Timor-Leste on the global stage. Her work has often focused on cross-border dialogue and First Nations perspectives, with an emphasis on creating space for underrepresented voices.
The conversation also touched on lighter themes, including her imagined guest list for a dinner gathering with fellow curators, offering a more personal look at the networks and influences that shape her thinking.
The forum brought together artists, curators and cultural practitioners for discussions and presentations centred on contemporary curatorial practice. Hosted by Anant Foundation for the Arts, the event formed part of a broader effort to connect international and Indian art communities.
The launch of the Art+Australia journal took place alongside the forum, adding to the programme’s focus on dialogue and exchange. While the event has concluded, discussions around collaboration, representation and evolving curatorial roles are expected to continue.
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