Abstract:
Art festivals are considered crucial platforms in the global art scene, playing
a vital role in Art festivals are considered crucial platforms in the global art scene,
playing a vital role in driving and developing various aspects of art. These festivals
provide spaces for artists to present their new creative works, reach large audiences,
and gain recognition and acceptance within the art community. Moreover, they serve
as forums for exchanging knowledge, ideas, and perspectives among artists from
different regions, fostering cross-cultural learning and the development of artistic
potential.
This research aims to 1) analyze the content and concepts of the
Biennale of Sydney and 2) study the management system of the Biennale of Sydney.
The researcher employed a qualitative methodology by collecting data from
documentary research and statistical data through the Biennale's online archive, as
well as conducting a field study at the 24th Biennale of Sydney in March 2024 for 14
days.
The findings reveal that the Biennale of Sydney's approach to
selecting content, concepts, and the nature of its exhibitions focuses on advancing
contemporary art rather than organizing a festival for commercial purposes. This
focus transforms it into a social event that receives extensive cooperation from local
communities and generous financial support from both public and private
organizations. In terms of management, the Biennale of Sydney has a flexible
organizational structure that can effectively handle changing situations. It has a clear
strategy for defining the chain of command, position levels, and span of control, as
well as coherently grouping employees in each department.
The results of this study can be applied as guidelines for organizing
art biennales in Thailand, particularly in determining concepts, selecting artists and
curators, and establishing an organizational management system that aligns with the
current context of the contemporary art scene.