30:30 Vision: Fragments and Flow
30:30 Vision 2026 is an open mosaic exhibition presented as part of the MAANZ International Symposium 2026, celebrating mosaic art, community, creativity and education. The theme, Fragments and Flow, explores…
J.N. Fountain: Emergence
J.N. Fountain (Jared) is an Australian classical painter exploring the archetypal and mythological dimensions of human experience. His practice centres on the figure of the Outsider and the journey into…
Justene Williams: Once We Were Mudskippers
Spanning performative videos, sculpture, sound and installation from the past 20 years, including a wealth of new works, ‘Once We Were Mudskippers’ emphasises the aesthetic ambition of Justene Williams’s expansive…
Sarah Philips: Traces
Traces is a collection of realist and semi-surrealist works by local painter Sarah Philips, exploring connection and transience against the backdrop of the ocean. The four-day exhibition includes an event…
Ian Friend: The Noise of Time
The Noise of Time brings together more than 30 years of Ian Friend’s artistic practice, featuring works from 1993 through to works made at his Ipswich studio in 2026. The…
TRAVEL: Around the World 2026
Grid Photo Gallery invites photographers worldwide to submit work for TRAVEL: Around the World 2026, an international open call exploring contemporary photography and the experience of place. The call welcomes…
Defiance Award 2026
Defiance Gallery is accepting submissions for the 2026 Defiance Award, an annual opportunity for Australian painters. Established in 1995, Defiance Gallery represents artists working primarily across painting and sculpture and…
Gertrude Studio Program 2027
Gertrude is accepting applications from contemporary artists working across any medium for its two-year Studio Program. The program provides highly subsidised individual studio spaces at Gertrude Contemporary in Preston South,…
Summer Small Works Show & Prize 2026
The Summer Small Works Show & Prize 2026 is open to Australian artists aged 18 and over, with all 2D and 3D mediums accepted. The 2026 theme is Emergence. Works…
Eagles Nest Fine Art Gallery: EOI
Eagles Nest Fine Art Gallery is inviting Expressions of Interest from professional and established visual artists from across Australia seeking representation with the gallery in Aireys Inlet, Victoria. The EOI…
Compact Prints 2026
Umbrella Studio Contemporary Arts invites artists working in traditional and digital print media to participate in Compact Prints 2026, an international print exhibition, auction and artwork exchange. Each participating artist…
Waverley Artist Studios
Waverley Council is offering professional artists a fully subsidised studio in Bondi for a 12-month residency. The program is open to emerging, mid-career and professional artists interested in working within…
Australian Tapestry Workshop: 2027 Artist in Residence Program
The Australian Tapestry Workshop (ATW) is offering five artist residencies across four streams in 2027, providing mid-career artists with the opportunity to extend their practice through immersive access to ATW’s…
Next Stop: Maitland: Public Art Commission
Maitland City Council is inviting artists to develop a site- and community-responsive artwork for Maitland Railway Station. The commission forms part of the Next Stop: Maitland project, which aims to…
CIAF 2027 Art Fair Showcase: EOI
Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF) invites Expressions of Interest from art centres, commercial galleries, not-for-profit arts organisations, independent artists, artist groups and collectives, and artist-run initiatives to exhibit in the…
Geelong City Hall Projections: EOI
The City of Greater Geelong is seeking media artists, projection artists and creative teams to create a new audiovisual digital artwork for the City Hall Christmas projection program. The commissioned…
Collie Art Prize 2027
The Collie Art Gallery presents the Collie Art Prize 2027, a national biennial art prize inviting Australian artists to respond to the theme of Identity through contemporary visual art. The…
Artists Essentials: How to Write an Artist’s Statement
This one-hour online workshop explores how to write an artist’s statement — a brief 100–150 word statement that communicates information about an artist’s work and can help clarify the direction…
SMALL! 2026
SMALL! 2026 is fortyfivedownstairs’ sixth annual open-call exhibition for small-scale artworks. The exhibition is open to all artists, from child artists and first-time creators through to established professionals, with every…
AGALAB Artist-in-Residence: Amsterdam
Four-week residencies; the residency period begins on the first Monday of the month and ends on the last Friday of the month. Applications are accepted year-round. AGALAB’s Artist-in-Residence program supports…
Creating Impact for First Nations Communities
The Blaklash FORUM series returns with Creating Impact for First Nations Communities, bringing together three First Nations leaders to discuss the work they are doing within major Australian organisations and…
MiSHŌ Residency 2027
MiSHŌ Residency is an interdisciplinary residency in Fujino, Japan, west of Tokyo, welcoming critically and socially engaged artists, creatives, researchers, writers, educators, musicians, dancers, choreographers, permaculture designers, farmers, cooks and…
Brisbane Portrait Prize 2026
The Brisbane Portrait Prize celebrates the stories and lives of the people of Meanjin/Brisbane, showcasing the talent of Brisbane artists and the breadth of Brisbane life. Each year, artists are…
Lagos Artists-in-Residence Programs
The Lagos Artists-in-Residence Programs offer international residency opportunities in Berlin, Germany; Oaxaca, Mexico; and Mexico City, Mexico. The programs are designed for visual artists, curators, writers and cultural agents with…
Boneta-Marie Mabo: In Blak and White
In Blak and White is a series of cyanotype prints by Boneta-Marie Mabo, tracing the systems that have sought to define, control and incarcerate Blak children and families. Boneta-Marie Mabo…
Mustarinda Multidisciplinary Residency
Mustarinda invites artists, researchers and other professionals to live and work together in its residency house in Finland for periods of 2–6 weeks as part of its 2027 multidisciplinary residency…
MAD House Creative Residency: Portugal
MAD House is a creative residency in Porto, Portugal, offering artists, designers, makers and creative practitioners time and space to develop their work. Residents live and work from MAD House…
Mitch Cairns: Artist’s Mouth
Mitch Cairns: Artist’s Mouth is a major survey exhibition celebrating twenty years since Mitch Cairns graduated from the National Art School. The exhibition brings together more than 50 works spanning…
Making Of: Richard Bell
Continuing the 2026 Making Of series, Outer Space and Griffith University Art Museum present an evening exploring the career of Richard Bell, one of Australia’s significant contemporary artists. The series…
Torres Strait Islander Coconut Leaf Weaving Workshop
Join Bowie Solutions for a hands-on Torres Strait Islander coconut leaf weaving experience at Aboriginal Art Co. Participants will learn about the cultural significance of coconut leaves and their traditional…
Art for Takayna Residency 2027
The Art for Takayna Residency is an annual artist residency hosted by the Bob Brown Foundation in the wild and ancient forests of Takayna, north-west Lutruwita/Tasmania. Over five days, artists…
Baylee Griffin: The Space Here
Onespace invites you to an exhibition of ceramics by Baylee Griffin, The Space Here, in the Lounge Gallery. Based between Bidjara lands (Charleville) and Dharawal lands (Wollongong), Griffin’s ceramic practice…
Jessica Dorizac: Dahan-Dahan (Tread Lightly)
Beginning with a residency in Lucban, Philippines, this project develops a large-scale installation inspired by the Pahiyas Festival. Through community collaboration and traditional kiping-making, the work explores intergenerational knowledge, ritual…
Daniel McKewen: Kairos
Kairos is an interactive oculo-chrono-metric artwork that combines computer vision and real-time animation to respond to viewers in the gallery. Rather than simply telling time, the artwork records the time…
Pat Hoffie: Party Gone Bad
FireWorks Gallery presents Party Gone Bad, a new exhibition of large-scale paintings by acclaimed Australian artist Pat Hoffie. Bringing together works produced between late 2025 and 2026, the exhibition responds…
KONSTANTINA: Wumera Nangamay: Muru Walan
Onespace presents Wumera Nangamay: Muru Walan, a new exhibition by Brisbane-based artist KONSTANTINA exploring the ancient Muru (path or journey) connecting her Gadigal ancestors in the Sydney region with the…
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30:30 Vision: Fragments and Flow
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Woolloongabba Art Gallery
J.N. Fountain: Emergence
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Woolloongabba Art Gallery
Justene Williams: Once We Were Mudskippers
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Queensland Art Gallery
Sarah Philips: Traces
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Studio Philips
Ian Friend: The Noise of Time
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Ipswich Art Gallery
Creating Impact for First Nations Communities
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Aboriginal Art Co Gallery
Brisbane Portrait Prize 2026
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State Library of Queensland
Boneta-Marie Mabo: In Blak and White
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Aboriginal Art Co Gallery
Mitch Cairns: Artist’s Mouth
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Institute of Modern Art
Making Of: Richard Bell
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Griffith University Art Museum
Baylee Griffin: The Space Here
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Onespace Gallery
Jessica Dorizac: Dahan-Dahan (Tread Lightly)
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Outer Space
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TRAVEL: Around the World 2026
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Defiance Award 2026
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Summer Small Works Show & Prize 2026
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Eagles Nest Fine Art Gallery: EOI
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Compact Prints 2026
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Waverley Artist Studios
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Australian Tapestry Workshop: 2027 Artist in Residence Program
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Next Stop: Maitland: Public Art Commission
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CIAF 2027 Art Fair Showcase: EOI
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Geelong City Hall Projections: EOI
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Collie Art Prize 2027
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QUT X Block
The refurbishment of Levels 5 and 6 of QUT’s X Block at the Kelvin Grove campus was developed as a workplace guided by Country, with Blaklash engaged as First Nations…
Huiyi Xiao Wins the 2026 Churchie Emerging Art Prize
Victorian artist Huiyi Xiao has been awarded the $40,000 Major Prize at the 2026 Churchie Emerging Art Prize, announced at Metro Arts in Brisbane on Friday 24 July. Xiao, who…
Flying Arts 2026 Program
Flying Arts has announced its 2026 Annual Programme, delivering an expansive calendar of professional development, exhibitions, awards, education initiatives and regional touring opportunities designed to strengthen Queensland’s visual arts sector…
IMA Announces Platform 2027 Artistic Cohort
Meanjin/Brisbane’s Institute of Modern Art (IMA) plays a critical role in setting the agenda for contemporary art in Australia through significant investment in the state’s artists. Today, the IMA is pleased to announce the artistic cohort of Platform 2027, its esteemed early-career professional-development project. The artist recipients are Amanda Bennetts,…
Stanthorpe Art Prize 2026 Announces Winners
The winners of the $50,000 Stanthorpe Art Prize 2026 have been announced, with KHR Stewart awarded the $20,000 2D Prize for Dollface, an oil painting praised by judge Wendy Sharpe…
GOMA AT NIGHT: How the Role of Art Museums has the Potential to Transform Third Space for Our Collective Dreaming
What occurs when Brisbane’s most prestigious art gallery opens its doors after hours – and what does it reveal about how spaces could create a better world? The museum becomes…
The Red Dress: A Global Tapestry of Stories and Connection
An extraordinary artwork stitched by hundreds of hands from around the world will be exhibited in Brisbane this winter. The Red Dress is a monumental collaborative embroidery project conceived by…
John Kotzas AM Appointed New Head of Arts and Culture at Experience Gold Coast
Experience Gold Coast has announced the appointment of John Kotzas as its new Head of Arts and Culture, overseeing HOTA, Home of the Arts. Kotzas brings almost four decades of…
State Library of Queensland x artisan: New Partnership Elevates Queensland Craft and Design
State Library of Queensland has announced a new cultural partnership with artisan, the state’s peak body for craft and design, establishing the library as a creative hub for Queensland’s craft…
Brian Robinson: Floriate
A major new public artwork by Torres Strait Islander artist Brian Robinson has been unveiled at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) in Brisbane. Titled Floriate, the four-metre-high bronze sculpture…
Exhibition Review: Anna Gonzalez, Tiny Worlds, Tall Tales
At the centre of Anna Gonzalez’s practice is the diorama. Working with fragile, hand-built materials – paper, mirrors, thread, wire, edible jelly and paint – she constructs intricate sculptural environments.…
Horizon Festival 2026
Horizon Festival returns in 2026 to celebrate ten years of creativity across the Sunshine Coast, presenting a bold 10-day program of more than 35 events across Kabi Kabi and Jinibara…
Samstag International Visual Arts Scholarships 2026
Yuriyal Bridgeman (PNG/QLD), Teresa Busuttil (SA) and EJ Son (NSW) have been selected as recipients of the Samstag International Visual Arts Scholarship for 2026. Each artist will receive a scholarship…
Clayton Utz Art Award 2025–2026
Celebrating creative excellence across Australia’s contemporary art landscape, the Clayton Utz Art Award showcases an exceptional selection of national finalists whose works explore the richness, diversity, and imagination of Australian…
Kate Marek Wins Inaugural Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Art Prize
The Royal Queensland Art Society (RQAS) Brisbane Branch has announced local artist Kate Marek as the winner of the inaugural Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Art Prize, unveiled at a glittering awards…
Cj Hendry: Pink Chairs
Two oversized, glossy Pink Chairs by internationally renowned artist Cj Hendry have found a permanent home at the State Library of Queensland. At first glance, the works resemble inflatable lounge…
BLEACH* FESTIVAL 2025
BLEACH*—one of Australia’s most vibrant contemporary arts festivals—returns in 2025 with a powerful new direction under guest Artistic Director Michael Zavros. Spanning 11 days and over 100 events, the festival…
Brisbane Festival 2025
Brisbane Festival returns with its most ambitious and city-spanning program yet — transforming the city into a stage for 23 days of boundary-pushing performance, bold public art, and deeply local…
Finalists Announced for ‘the churchie’ 2025
Now in its 38th year, ‘the churchie’ emerging art prize continues its proud legacy as Australia’s longest-running prize dedicated to early-career artists. From a competitive pool of over 450 entries,…
Max Athans wins 2025 Jeremy Hynes Award
The Institute of Modern Art is pleased to announce Max Athans as the eighth and final recipient of the Jeremy Hynes Award, which has run since 2009 thanks to the generous bequest…
Carol McGregor: Acknowledging Place
As part of Charter Hall’s redevelopment of Brisbane Square in the heart of the CBD, sustainability was embedded into every aspect of the design—from materials to process. In response, Blaklash,…
Archibald Prize 2025 won by Julie Fragar
Brisbane-based artist Julie Fragar has been awarded the $100,000 Archibald Prize for her portrait Flagship Mother Multiverse (Justene), a vivid and layered depiction of her close friend and fellow artist…
Artistic Director of Brisbane Powerhouse: Louise Bezzina
Brisbane Powerhouse has announced the appointment of Louise Bezzina as its new CEO and Artistic Director, commencing in October 2025. Bezzina brings a wealth of experience, having founded the Bleach…
Siliceous Award Winner Announced
A Celebration of Contemporary Australian Ceramics Ceramic Arts Queensland (CAQ) is delighted to announce the winners of the Siliceous Award for Ceramic Excellence and the Gwyn Hanssen Pigott Wood Fired Ceramics Award. The…
QAGOMA's 2025 Program
Experience an extraordinary year of art at the Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA). The 2025 program presents major solo exhibitions, immersive experiences, and powerful contemporary works,…
Sharjah Biennial 16: to carry
Richard Bell, Megan Cope and Sancintya Mohini Simpson are exhibiting work in the 16th Sharjah Biennial. The Sharjah Biennial 16 title, to carry, is a multi-vocal and open-ended proposition. The…
Australia’s artist and curator for the 2026 Venice Biennale
Khaled Sabsabi & Michael Dagostino to Represent Australia at the 2026 Venice Biennale Creative Australia has announced award-winning multidisciplinary artist Khaled Sabsabi and esteemed curator Michael Dagostino as the artistic…
Discover Queensland Legends and Treasures
For artists seeking inspiration rooted in the heart of Queensland, the State Library’s annual Highlights magazine is a must-read in 2025. This year’s edition celebrates iconic Queensland stories, from Stefan’s…
Outer Space 2025 Artistic Program
The Outer Space 2025 program promises a vibrant showcase of contemporary art from across Australia. Following an impressive response to last year’s open call, with over 120 submissions, eight outstanding…
Archie Moore: New Moving Image Commission
In his first exhibition since winning the prestigious Golden Lion at the 2024 Venice Biennale, Kamilaroi/Bigambul artist, Archie Moore, presents an ambitious new moving image work at the University of…
Onespace Representation: Prita Tina Yeganeh
Onespace is proud to announce the representation of Prita Tina Yeganeh, a multidisciplinary artist, facilitator, and educator of Iranian descent, based in Magandjin (Brisbane), Queensland. Growing up in India and…
Museum of Brisbane x UAP
Museum of Brisbane and UAP (Urban Art Projects) have announced a dynamic new collaboration designed to provide professional development and global networking for local Brisbane artists and creatives. With mutual…
Ephemeral Mural by @MCRT.Studio
An ephemeral 400sqm mural by local artists @MCRT.Studio has emerged in South Brisbane, adding a vibrant touch to the urban landscape. The artwork, visible from both 14 Edmondstone St and…
ATTACHMENT: A new public art installation by Paula Dunlop
Paula Dunlop’s Attachment is a permanent public artwork for Metro Arts and the West Village precinct, located on the Factory Lane brick wall, just outside of Metro Arts. Thousands of reflective glass…
Archie Moore Wins Venice Biennale’s Golden Lion
Archie Moore’s exhibition kith and kin at the Australia Pavilion has been awarded the prestigious Golden Lion for Best National Participation at La Biennale de Venezia 2024. This is the first time…
Museum of Brisbane 2024 Program
New mediums, fresh collabs and novel ideas shape inventive views of Brisbane Brisbane is the forever muse for Museum of Brisbane’s 2024 Program. From behind-the-scenes studio tours to interactive AI…
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