The Moreton Bay Art Prize 2026 is an annual exhibition and non-acquisitive prize celebrating and supporting local artists from the City of Moreton Bay. Open to artists aged 18 years and over, the prize is available to artists who reside in the City of Moreton Bay local government area or…

Canberra Contemporary is seeking a Curator + Program Manager to join its small and dedicated team and help shape the future of contemporary art in Australia. This part-time role (0.8 FTE, 30 hours per week) is ideal for an experienced arts professional with strong curatorial, project management, and organisational skills.…

Creative Consultations are one-on-one online sessions with leading arts professionals, offering personalised feedback and practical career advice for artists at all stages of their practice. These consultations provide guidance on developing a professional artist profile, engaging with the art market, and preparing for exhibitions in public and regional galleries. Sessions…

The World of WearableArt (WOW) Competition invites designers worldwide to enter one of the world’s leading wearable art events. With a prize pool exceeding $200,000 NZD, finalists’ works are presented in a major theatrical production seen by over 60,000 people.

Since 1972, the biennial Stanthorpe Art Prize has been a beacon for artistic talent, attracting entries from across Australia. The exceptional quality of selected works underscores its esteemed position within the Australian arts community. With a $50,000 total prize pool, the Stanthorpe Art Prize is among the richest art prizes…

Flying Arts Alliance is seeking a Program and Exhibition Manager to lead the delivery of its annual programs, including the Queensland Regional Art Awards (QRAA) and Regional Touring. Based in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, this role is responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of exhibitions, professional development programs, touring projects,…

Firstdraft is seeking an experienced arts leader with a strong background in exhibition installation to join its team as Assistant Director (Operations and Program). This full-time role coordinates the production, administration, logistics, and project management that support Firstdraft’s day-to-day operations and the successful delivery of its artistic program. The Assistant…

Somerset Regional Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from Somerset and South-East Queensland artists to deliver a public artwork as part of the Resilient Rivers Initiative – Somerset Fish Habitat Revitalisation Project. The commissioned artwork will utilise a redundant concrete water tank at Twin Bridges Reserve and respond to the…

Celebrating its 10th year, Australia’s highest-valued art prize for women is now accepting entries for 2026, with a total prize pool of $58,000. Open to women artists aged 18+ residing in Australia, the Prize welcomes all mediums across three categories and continues its mission to recognise, connect, and promote the…

FORM is a community-focused exhibition curated by Studio Maverik that brings together local artists exploring the human figure across a range of visual media. The exhibition invites artists of all experience levels — from first-time exhibitors to established practitioners — to present works responding to this enduring theme in art…

The BBA One Shot Award Winter 2026 is an international open call inviting photographers to tell a powerful story through a single image. Open to lens-based works across all formats — from analogue film and DSLR to smartphone photography — the award celebrates image-making in all its forms. Open to…

The National Asian Culture Center (ACC), Korea, invites applications for the ACC CREATORS 2026 Residency — a five-month international residency exploring the convergence of art and technology. Open to artists, researchers, designers, architects and engineers, the residency supports interdisciplinary projects engaging with the 2026 theme: Speculative Communities. The program asks…

The inaugural Artbank Prize is a national open call for Australian artists who are not currently represented in the Artbank collection. One artist from each state and territory will be selected as a finalist, with the eight finalists exhibited at Artbank Sydney. One artwork will be awarded the Artbank Prize…

The Omnia Art Prize & Exhibition returns in 2026, offering Australian contemporary artists the opportunity to exhibit, sell their work and compete for $19,000 in prizes. Celebrating its 55th exhibition, the annual prize supports emerging and established artists while raising funds for the St Kevin’s College Foundation. Selected artists will…

Metro Arts is seeking a Curator to join its team and support the design and delivery of the organisation’s artistic program. Working closely with the CEO, the Curator will collaborate with artists and key stakeholders to realise public outcomes across Metro Arts’ annual exhibition program. The role also involves working…

The Gallipoli Art Prize 2026 is now open for entries. Established in 2006 by The Gallipoli Memorial Club, this acquisitive award invites artists to respond to the legacy of the Gallipoli Campaign and the Club’s Creed. The $20,000 prize is awarded to the artist who best depicts the spirit of…

Metro Arts presents (Un)Disciplined Works: Public Social Art in Brisbane, a two-day workshop exploring experimental approaches to engaging communities through creative work in public places. Facilitated by artist, curator-producer and facilitator Dan Koop, the workshop draws on his practice of creating performance works in unexpected public spaces that encourage audiences…

FOMU – Museum of Photography Antwerp invites photographers, filmmakers and visual artists to submit proposals for TRIGGER #7: Ocean, the seventh edition of its critical publication series. This open call approaches the ocean not as backdrop, but as a political, ecological and imaginative force — a space of circulation, power,…

Outer Space, in partnership with Performance Space (Gadigal/Sydney), announces an Experimental Performance Art Residency for Queensland-based artists working across movement, dance, theatre, drag, sound and hybrid practices. This process-led residency unfolds across two cities: a 5-day intensive in Gadigal/Sydney followed by a 10-day development period in Magandjin/Brisbane at the Judith…

Applications open 2 March 2026 for the 2027 Funded Residency Program at The Farm Margaret River, a not-for-profit arts organisation located on Wardandi Noongar Country in Western Australia’s South West. Situated on an ancient, ever-changing landscape of karri forests, rugged coastline and mineral-rich farmland, The Farm is both a working…

Malamegi Lab presents the Lab Art Contest, an international call for submissions open to professional and amateur artists worldwide. The competition welcomes drawings, paintings, sculptures, photography, graphics, mixed media, digital works, video, net art and other visual works that can be reproduced through an image. Selected artists will have the…

Metro Arts presents the first of its new Townhall gatherings, bringing together Brisbane’s creative community to connect, share ideas and hear updates as the organisation launches a new direction for 2026. Rewiring Townhall #1 invites artists, arts workers and sector professionals to come together for an open conversation about the…

The Blaklash Built Environment Scholarship supports Indigenous Australian students studying architecture and built environment disciplines, encouraging them to connect their university studies with First Nations stories, culture and knowledge. Offered through Queensland University of Technology in partnership with Blaklash, the scholarship aims to strengthen representation of First Nations voices within…

IN | artist run initiative presents CELLMATES RESIDENCY, an eight-week development residency focused on exchange, collaboration, and peer-to-peer experimentation. The program connects two contemporary artists based on the potential within their practices to share, challenge, and transform ideas together. The residency supports artists to exchange research and resources, explore collaborative…

The Swan Hill Print & Drawing Acquisitive Awards celebrate excellence in contemporary Australian printmaking and drawing, presenting a major national exhibition alongside acquisitive prizes. The award aims to promote outstanding contemporary practice while building the permanent collection of the Swan Hill Regional Art Gallery. Two major awards will be granted—one…

Create! Magazine announces an open call for its 2026 International Women’s Issue, a print and digital edition highlighting exceptional artists whose work contributes meaningfully to today’s creative landscape. The issue is curated by Sonia Borrell, an internationally respected art collector, curator, and advisor. The selection celebrates artistic excellence, clarity of…

Studio Maverik presents a Sunday afternoon Long Pose Life Drawing session at Side Gallery in Red Hill, Magandjin. This casual, self-guided two-hour session focuses on a single extended pose, allowing participants time to explore detail, tone, composition and form. The session begins with a series of short warm-up poses before…

The Adelaide Perry Gallery invites artists to submit work for the 2026 Adelaide Perry Prize for Drawing, a nationally recognised award celebrating excellence in contemporary drawing. The Perry Prize is a $25,000 acquisitive award, recognising outstanding achievement in drawing as a contemporary art practice. In addition, a $2,000 People’s Choice…

The BBA Artist Prize 2026 is now open for submissions, inviting artists worldwide to enter one of Berlin’s leading international art awards. Open to all artists aged 18+, the prize accepts all mediums and themes, with no restrictions on background or experience. Artists can submit up to five works and…

The Arts Experience Fund supports self-directed opportunities for New Zealand-based arts practitioners to build meaningful artistic and professional connections in Asia, including residencies, research tours, work placements, and exchanges. Purpose: Strengthen ties between Aotearoa and Asia Expand networks and open new opportunities Boost visibility and international engagement Eligibility: Individual artists…

FluxusMuseum is calling for experimental videos worldwide for its third edition. Open across art forms including visual art, dance, performance, film, animation, literature, theatre, music, and more. Submission requirements: Submit a video proposal (excerpt/presentation) up to 3 minutes Selection process and payments: Panel shortlists 100 videos which are uploaded to…

Celebrating its 30th touring year, the Bald Archy Prize is one of Australia’s most beloved and irreverent art competitions. Known for its blend of satire, skill, and unmistakable Australian larrikin spirit, the prize invites artists to submit comic or satirical portraits of Australians distinguished in art, science, letters, politics, sport,…

SWELL Sculpture Festival invites artists to apply for Queensland’s largest outdoor sculpture exhibition, held at Currumbin Beach, Gold Coast. Open to emerging, mid-career, and professional artists workiSWELL Sculpture Festival invites artists to apply for Queensland’s largest outdoor sculpture exhibition, held at Currumbin Beach, Gold Coast. Open to emerging, mid-career, and…

The Homiens Art Prize awards over $12,000 USD annually to artists worldwide. Open to all art forms with no theme or size restrictions. Artists retain full ownership of their work. Winners and finalists are exhibited online and promoted internationally. Entry fee applies. Image: Lucas Stolz, Wabi Sabi, 2024. Finalist in the…

Montsalvat invites Expressions of Interest for exhibitions scheduled between June and December 2026. Applications are open to solo artists, collectives, community groups, and independent curators across a wide range of practices. Available spaces include the Barn Gallery, Residents Gallery, Long Gallery (2D only), and Wood Workshop.

Established in 1958, the Muswellbrook Art Prize is one of the richest prizes for painting in regional Australia and has grown into a nationally respected award for modern and contemporary Australian art. Finalists compete for a total prize pool of $70,000 across three acquisitive categories: Painting – $50,000 (acquisitive) Works…