The National Gallery of Victoria presents what is steadily becoming the largest fair for self and independent arts publishing from 16 to 18 March. Now in its fourth year, the fair comprises book launches, free talks, performances and stalls with the unique opportunity to meet the advocates and makers behind this important but niche industry. At the opening ‘The Cornish Family Prize for Art and Design Publishing’ will be announced, an award that celebrates outstanding art, design, architecture or contemporary culture titles; winner takes home $15,000 and $1,000 for up to five finalists.

Installation shot of the 2017 Melbourne Art Book Fair at the National Gallery of Victoria. Photograph: Tobais Titz. Courtesy National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne