Ervin Gallery in Sydney, in response to the large number of works entered into the Archibald Prize not selected for hanging in the official exhibition.
In 2021, the David Roche Foundation in Melbourne Street, North Adelaide hosted an exhibition Salon des Refusés works, the first time the exhibition had been on display in Adelaide.
The Salon des Refusés often is the first opportunity that many artists have of broader public attention.
The award is sponsored by the Sydney-based law firm Holding Redlich.
The winner is selected by votes from visitors to the Salon des Refusés.