Doris Penning

Doris Penning is the co-director of the House of Arts Gallery in Salzburg and oversees the gallery's curatorial direction. Her work spans collection strategy, artist relations, and the positioning of contemporary art within broader cultural and institutional contexts. Born and trained in Salzburg, Doris brings deep regional roots combined with international experience to her role. Founded in 2019, the House of Arts Gallery is a renowned destination for contemporary art in Salzburg and part of the private corporate portfolio of the Mateschitz family. This unique position grants the House of Arts Gallery access to valuable international connections and exceptional spaces for artistic realization, enriching its curatorial work in a remarkable way. The gallery is located in an extraordinary setting, the iconic Red Bull Hangar-7, and presents its exhibitions exclusively within one of Europe's most architecturally striking spaces. Dedicated to contemporary art with a focus on painting and sculpture, the gallery serves as a platform for emerging international artists showcased in dynamic dialogue with already museum-established positions. Doris began her work in art collection management in 2005, guiding a private collection that later evolved into the gallery business.