The Un[contained] Arts Festival increases the cultural vibrancy of the area, expands, and challenges the ideas of what ‘art’ is, allowing it to break free from the traditional gallery space, and letting it take over the streets, as well as give a platform for local artists to showcase their works.…

Harden Art Prize is in its third year and has gained a following across Australia after its successful inaugural exhibition held in the rural twin towns of Harden Murrumburrah in NSW in 2022. The acquisitive prize of $10,000 is open to all artists who are resident in Australia with our…

The Alice Prize is a national contemporary art prize and welcomes artists from around Australia to submit their works in any medium or on any theme. Coordinated by the Alice Springs Art Foundation, The Alice Prize is held in Alice Springs biennially at the Araluen Arts Centre. The Foundation is…

We are excited to announce that entries to the 2024 National Photographic Portrait Prize are now open. Now in its 17th year, the National Photographic Portrait Prize (NPPP) is a staple of the Australian art prize landscape. Each year, finalists are selected from a national field of entries, reflecting the distinctive vision of Australia’s…

Since 1958, the Muswellbrook Art Prize has grown and evolved and is today one of the richest prizes for painting in regional Australia. Finalists for the Muswellbrook Art Prize vie for a total of $70,000 prize money across three prize categories: Painting ($50,000 acquisitive), Works on Paper ($10,000 acquisitive), and Ceramics ($10,000 acquisitive). Astute…

Desenzano Film Festival invites artists from all over the world to participate to the call for the realization of the Official Poster for the 6th Edition of the Desenzano Film Festival. The identity of the festival is described as follows: “Cinema as a mirror of human reflection. Diving deeply in…

Il Varco Creative Hub presents the thirteenth edition of the Prisma Art Prize, which inaugurates the fourth year of the prize. Prisma Art Prize is a quarterly art competition with €2000 of annual prize money, over €3000 of service prizes and the possibility of participating in the collective exhibition in…

With its unparalleled reach, the Sony World Photography Awards elevate the careers of photographers to the next level. Since the beginning, the Awards have championed inclusivity and access by being free to enter. Acting as an insight into photography today in all its diversity, the Awards spotlights photographers telling the…

  CIAF presents a range of opportunities for First Nations creative practitioners to participate in CIAF 2024 while developing your skills and career along the way. From fashion design development programs to art fair and art market stall inquiries and many more opportunities, click on the information tiles below to…

Fondation Fiminco is inviting curators to apply for a 3-month research, creation and production residency in Romainville (Seine-Saint-Denis). The residency program is open to curators from France and abroad, with no age limit, who can demonstrate an emerging or significant professional career. This residency is part of the dynamic artist residency…

The Creative Sparks Grants Program is an arts and cultural grants program that assists artists and not-for-profit community arts, historical and cultural organisations to create and present work. The purpose of the program is to create jobs, aid economic growth, attract tourism and improve social cohesion by supporting the creative…

Take your cyanotype skills to the next level in this Advanced Cyanotype Workshop In a relaxed atmosphere, and a small group of participants, learn several advanced techniques to apply to your cyanotype printing. Receive expert guidance and knowledge that will empower you to continue exploring cyanotype prints at home. In…

European Geosciences Union is calling for applications from science-artists for the Artist in Residence programme, which provides artists and scientists with opportunities to exchange ideas at EGU24, taking place in Vienna, Austria, from 14 to 19 April 2024. EGU’s annual General Assembly brings together geoscientists from all over the world…

The Japan Foundation invites individuals and organisations that are planning international exchange projects and activities to participate in programmes of the Japan Foundation. The Japan Foundation organises programmes to introduce various aspects of Japanese arts and culture all over the world. In addition, it promotes networking and human resources development in…

Join artist Jody Rallah (Yuggera, Biri) for a hands-on weaving workshop. In this beginner-friendly session, learn about plant fibres and weaving techniques, and be guided through the process of making your own small basket. All materials provided. Bookings essential.   Workshop: 16 Dec. 2023 12.00PM–1.00PM

The Ipswich Community Gallery invites exhibition applications for 2024 from emerging and established visual artists and curators. Both group and solo exhibitions that embrace contemporary practice and nurture meaningful connections with our audiences are encouraged to apply!    

CONTEXTILE invites all artists (national and international) to present artworks to the competition for the International Exhibition, as part of the programme of its 7th Edition, Contextile 2024 – Contemporary Textile Art Biennial, to be held in the city of Guimarães, Portugal, from the 7th September to the 15th December 2024.…

Our Metro Arts x Firstdraft 2024/2025 Program is a reciprocal partnership supporting one regional New South Wales artist/collaboration and one regional Queensland artist/collaboration to exhibit at both Firstdraft (Sydney) and Metro Arts (Brisbane). In Round 1, a New South Wales regional artist was selected through the 2023 Firstdraft Program Callout,…

From February to November 2024, Outer Space will present new exhibitions at our main gallery in the Judith Wright Arts Centre, selected from the callout, in addition to projects by invitation. This opportunity is open to emerging, early and mid-career Australian-based artists. First Nations people, people of colour, culturally and…

Since 1951, The Blake Prize has engaged artists, nationally and internationally, with ideas of spirituality and religion. The prize takes its name from William Blake, the world-famous 18th Century artist, and poet who threaded the religious and artistic throughout his practice. Building on this history, The 68th Blake Prize continues to encourage contemporary…

artisan‘s workshop vision is to offer bespoke and intimate classes of the highest quality. Classes that are thoughtful and beautifully paced, where students have a personalised experience, and teachers feel supported in sharing their honed skill. We believe that this is the difference artisan brings to the workshop experience.  If you…

Over the coming months, West Moreton Health will be commissioning artists to design and create a mural at the Ipswich Hospital Level 6 Front Entry. The artwork creates opportunities for emerging First Nations artists to contribute to the creation of warm, welcoming spaces within these environments, providing visual reprieve for…

Entries are now open for the 2024 Blacktown City Art Prize. The Blacktown City Art Prize is an annual art prize and exhibition presented by Blacktown City Council and Blacktown Arts at The Leo Kelly Blacktown Arts Centre. The Mayor of Blacktown City, Tony Bleasdale OAM said, “The Blacktown City…

The Athens Digital Arts Festival (ADAF) is excited to announce the Call for Entries for its 20th edition, scheduled for 2024. With a rich history of showcasing cutting-edge digital art and fostering creative innovation, ADAF invites artists, scientists, intellectuals, technologists, and creators from around the world to be part of…

Artists from the Redcliffe Art Society will hold live art demonstrations Saturday mornings from 14 October to 11 November at Redcliffe Art Gallery. Meet the artists and watch them in action in these interactive sessions. You can ask questions about their creative process and techniques. This demonstration series is in…

To celebrate the Big Draw Festival, join us at Redcliffe Art Gallery for a drawing workshop facilitated by guest artist, Holly Anderson. Enjoy light refreshments while you learn how to sketch using different drawing techniques that will improve your pencil art. Whether you are an experienced artist or a beginner,…

The Chelsea International Photography Competition provides the winning participants an opportunity to exhibit at one of our New York spaces, located in the heart of the Chelsea art district. The sprawling and elegant street-level space attracts hundreds of visitors with its striking exterior. Along with the exciting opportunity to showcase your works…

A cultural initiative that brings together creative minds with the latest technology to shape innovative solutions to today’s biggest ecological challenges. The award’s exhibition is powered by Philips Tableaux, a display from PPDS using advanced colour ePaper technology to allow a power-free exhibition of the digital artworks. Participating artists in…

We are excited to announce entries are open for the Linden Postcard Show 2023-2024, and that this time we are mixing things up! We are drawing from the past to reshape the future and give the Postcard Show a refresh. The days of 8 x 10 are over, we are…

In partnership with Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre, artisan’s community of makers have been offered a mini artist retreat/residency. The residency is open to craft and design practitioners who are keen to share their own expertise and explore new experiences. This is an opportunity to explore, experiment and extend practices. The…

Join renowned artist and educator, Joachim Froese, for a workshop designed to develop strategies for analytic thinking and concept development. The workshop will combine theoretical and practical exercises that will provide you with new, structured, hands-on tools and strategies in the classroom when communicating ideas about visual imagery.   In…

The biennial Lloyd Rees Emerging Artist Award (formally the Lloyd Rees Memorial Youth Art Award) is a national prize established in 1981 to promote and support talented emerging artists in Australia. Initiated by the Lane Cove community in honour of its long-term resident and acclaimed artist Dr Lloyd Rees, who was…

A cut and paste session for collage artists and the collage curious. Beginners will love this introduction to collage – no prior experience is required. Share conversation, dip into a treasure-trove of materials and make collages inspired by a monthly creative brief. All materials are provided but please remember to…

Join Studio Maverik for a Spring Inspired Still Life Drawing Workshop — create colourful sketches in a relaxed & ambient environment. In this Still Life Drawing Workshop, you will be lightly guided through creating colourful sketches inspired by a Spring-themed collection of flowers, fruits & ornaments. You will be encouraged…

SUBMISSIONS ARE NOW OPEN! Apply to showcase your work at this important arts event happening at Echo & Bounce in Woolloongabba BNE, on the 19th of November. We are dedicated to supporting POC & Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander applicants who wish to submit work based on their experiences with racism.  …

In this workshop, create vibrant cut-and-paste artworks inspired by Frances’ collage practice. Learn how to approach collage — the art of overlapping pieces of material to create a unique composition. Frances will run through a series of activities to guide you in creating a small collection of your very own…