Emma Bitmead

Emma Bitmead is Associate Curator at The Art Gallery of Western Australia, Perth. She brings

extensive experience in modern and contemporary art and exhibition development, with a

commitment to fostering artistic innovation and engaging diverse audiences. Emma has served as aselection judge for prominent Australian art prizes, including The Lester Prize, Collie Art Prize, City of Wanneroo Art Prize, and The West Australian Pulse, contributing her curatorial expertise to champion excellence in visual arts.

Her professional background includes freelance curatorial work and exhibition roles at Craft South-West in the United Kingdom and the National Portrait Gallery in Canberra. Across these positions,

Emma has curated modern and contemporary art projects, toured exhibitions, and collaborated closely with artists to create impactful cultural experiences. Her curatorial interests explore the dialogue between modern and contemporary art, with a focus on how these practices reflect and shape cultural identity.