Brett Whiteley Travelling Art Scholarship 2026
The Brett Whiteley Travelling Art Scholarship 2026, administered by the Art Gallery of New South Wales, is now accepting applications from emerging Australian artists aged 20 to 30 with an…
Common Ground
Our Space Brisbane is inviting emerging and established artists to submit work for Common Ground, a three-day exhibition celebrating the studio’s fourth birthday. Open to artists working across ceramics, 2D…
Audrey Gibbs Art Prize
Entries are now open for the Audrey Gibbs Art Prize 2026, presented by the Royal Queensland Art Society (RQAS). The annual prize celebrates genre painting and drawing, honouring the legacy…
UniSQ Biennial Art Award 2026
Entries are now open for the UniSQ Biennial Art Award 2026, a national acquisitive art prize celebrating outstanding contemporary Australian art. Launched in 2024, the biennial award has quickly established…
Portia Geach Memorial Award 2026
Entries are now open for the Portia Geach Memorial Award 2026, Australia’s most prestigious portrait prize for women artists. Presented annually by the S.H. Ervin Gallery, the $30,000 non-acquisitive award…
Urunga Small Sculpture Prize
Entries are now open for the Urunga Small Sculpture Prize 2026, a national sculpture award presented by Art Space Urunga. Established in 2018, the prize celebrates original small-scale sculpture and…
Calleen Art Award 2026
Entries are now open for the Calleen Art Award 2026, one of Australia’s longest-running acquisitive painting prizes. Established in 1977, the annual award celebrates originality, creativity and excellence in contemporary…
LOOKOUT @ QUT Art Museum
QUT Art Museum is inviting applications for LOOKOUT, an exhibition program showcasing the research and creative practice of QUT students. Open to projects across visual art, design, research and interdisciplinary…
Korean Cultural Centre Australia
The Korean Cultural Centre Australia (KCCAU) is inviting applications for its 2026–27 Exhibition Program, supporting contemporary visual arts projects that foster cultural exchange between Australia and Korea. Selected exhibitions will…
Mosman Art Prize 2026
Entries are now open for the 2026 Mosman Art Prize, Australia’s premier open painting prize and one of the nation’s longest-running acquisitive art awards. Established in 1947, the Mosman Art…
Clunes Ceramic Award 2026
Entries are now open for the Clunes Ceramic Award 2026, a prestigious biennial national award celebrating excellence and innovation in contemporary ceramics. First held in 2009, the award has become…
Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize 2026
Entries are now open for the Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize 2026, one of the world’s leading international awards celebrating excellence in representational visual arts. Now in its ninth year, the…
Evelyn Chapman Art Award 2026
Entries are now open for the Evelyn Chapman Art Award 2026, a prestigious biennial award supporting the professional development of emerging Australian painters. Presented by the S.H. Ervin Gallery, the…
Prisma Art Prize: 20th Edition
Prisma Art Prize has opened submissions for its 20th edition, inviting painters, illustrators, printmakers and traditional 2D artists from around the world to apply. Based in Rome, the international award…
2026 Banyule Award for Works on Paper
Entries are now open for the 2026 Banyule Award for Works on Paper, a prestigious national acquisitive art prize presented by Banyule City Council. Awarded biennially, the prize celebrates outstanding…
Trades Hall Art Prize
The Victorian Trades Hall Council is inviting artists from across Australia to enter the Trades Hall Art Prize 2026, a national exhibition exploring the legacy of one of the world’s…
Sculpture in the Garden Wollongong
Applications are now open for Sculpture in the Garden Wollongong 2027, one of regional Australia’s leading outdoor sculpture exhibitions. Presented by Wollongong City Council, the biennial exhibition transforms the Wollongong…
Basil Sellers Art Prize
Entries are now open for the 2026 Basil Sellers Art Prize, a major national acquisitive art prize presented by The Bas in Moruya, NSW. Celebrating excellence in traditional 2D practice,…
Southern Ocean Art Prize
Entries are now open for the Southern Ocean Art Prize 2026, inviting artists from across Australia to submit work in any medium for this non-acquisitive national art prize. The open…
BigCi Environmental Awards 2026
Applications are now open for the BigCi Environmental Awards 2026, inviting Australian and international artists working across visual art, installation, multimedia, performance, literature, music, photography, filmmaking and curatorial practice to…
Burnie Print Prize 2027
Entries are now open for the Burnie Print Prize 2027, one of Australia’s leading national printmaking awards, celebrating excellence, innovation and technical skill in contemporary print practice. Presented by Burnie…
Bindi Digital Art Prize
Entries are now open for the Bindi Digital Art Prize 2026, a national art prize celebrating digital and moving image practice by artists of all abilities across Australia. Presented by…
Fisher's Ghost Art Award
Entries are now open for the 2026 Fisher’s Ghost Art Award, one of Australia’s longest-running and most prestigious regional art awards, presented by Campbelltown Arts Centre. Now in its 64th…
Sapporo Tenjinyama Art Studio Residency
Sapporo Tenjinyama Art Studio welcomes applications for its ongoing artist residency program, offering self-funded residencies of up to three months in one of Japan’s leading public art centres. Located within…
Metropolitan Fukujusou Artist Residency
Applications are open for the Metropolitan Fukujusou Artist Residency, a Kyoto-based international residency offering artists the opportunity to live and work within a 200-year-old traditional Kyo-Machiya townhouse. Designed for artists…
Ongoing AIR
Art Center Ongoing is inviting applications for its Ongoing AIR residency program, a two-month international residency based in Kichijoji, Tokyo. Open to artists and curators from Japan and overseas, the…
Drawing Festival
The Drawing Festival returns to Queensland Art Gallery for a weekend of creativity, exploration and fun, featuring more than 50 free events across two days. Expanded in 2026 due to…
trenarren HOUSE Artist Residency
Applications are open for the 2025/2026 trenarren HOUSE Residency Season, inviting artists from all creative disciplines to immerse themselves in a unique rural residency centred on the theme Community. Located…
L’AiR Arts International Arts Research Residency
Applications are open for the L’AiR Arts International Arts Research Residency, offering artists and cultural practitioners the opportunity to live and work in the historic Atelier 11 Cité Falguière in…
Mudhouse Residency
The Mudhouse Residency invites visual artists, writers, musicians and performers to undertake a two-week creative residency on the island of Crete, Greece, surrounded by the historic mountain village of Agios…
Venuvana Artist Residency
The Venuvana Artist Residency, presented by ABARI, invites artists, architects, writers and interdisciplinary practitioners to immerse themselves in the landscapes of Nepal through nature-based creative research and making. Hosted on…
Life Drawing & Painting at Vacant Assembly
Join a welcoming weekly life drawing and painting session at Vacant Assembly, open to all skill levels and all mediums. Bring your own materials—charcoal, oils, acrylics, pencils—and settle into a…
John Leslie Art Prize 2026
Entries are now open for the John Leslie Art Prize 2026, one of Australia’s most established landscape painting awards. First presented in 2000 and named after John Leslie OBE, the…
E.SUN International Art Prize
Black Door Gallery invites painters to apply for the E.SUN International Art Prize, a global painting award established by E.SUN Bank in Taiwan, offering a total prize pool of approximately…
Redland Art Awards 2026
The Redland Art Awards is a biennial contemporary painting competition open to Australian citizens and permanent residents aged 18 and over. The award celebrates innovation and excellence in painting, with…
Paddo Sculpture Prize
The Paddington Art Prize introduces the inaugural Paddo Sculpture Prize, a national, non-acquisitive award offering $10,000 for a 3D free-standing sculpture inspired by the Australian landscape. Open to artists across…
Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre Print Award
Deadline:
20250602
Australia’s longest-running print prize, the 47th Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre Print Award, offers a $30,000 prize pool. The award is open to Australian artists aged 16 and over, with the exhibition showcasing the best in contemporary printmaking.
K’gari Field Trip
Deadline:
20250526
R|Short Program: K’gari Field Trip is an experiential program held on World Heritage listed K’gari across 4 days and 3 nights. It offers a unique opportunity for artists to explore the convergence of art, science, technology and the environment in place and discover the potential of creative technologies within their…
QAG: Drawing Festival
Deadline:
20250504
An unmissable one-day free festival celebrating drawing and creativity. Spark or rekindle your love of drawing through experiences designed to tap into the transformative benefits of drawing. From beginners to drawing enthusiasts — no matter your skill level, there’s something for everyone. Join in drawing workshops led by artists, immerse…
the churchie emerging art prize
Deadline:
20250525
Established in 1987 the churchie emerging art prize is Australia’s longest running award for emerging artists. ‘the churchie’ is dedicated to promoting innovation and excellence across art encompassing all mediums and subjects. The annual non-acquisitive prize is an initiative of Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie). Artists from all Australian states…
Sunshine Coast National Art Prize 2025
Deadline:
20250511
The national acquisitive Sunshine Coast National Art Prize is a dynamic visual arts award reflecting outstanding contemporary 2D and new media arts practice in Australia. Since 2006, the exhibition presents the remarkable finalist works by artists from across the country. The artwork awarded with the Major Prize will be acquired…
Abstract: Artist Residency
Deadline:
20250430
50 selected visual artists will be invited to a 2-week, all-expenses-covered residency in the South of France. This immersive opportunity is open to artists working in painting, drawing, graphics, illustration, printmaking, paper art, photography, sculpture, ceramics, and textile art. What’s Included: Creative Immersion – Two weeks to focus on your…
Girra: Fraser Coast National Art Prize 2025
Deadline:
20250505
Girra: Fraser Coast National Art Prize is an initiative of the Hervey Bay Regional Gallery and Fraser Coast Regional Council that seeks to explore our reciprocal, inextricable relationship with the environment through contemporary art. Girra: Fraser Coast National Art Prize invites entries from artists working in any visual art medium…
Firstdraft: Exhibition Program Call Out
Deadline:
20250502
Firstdraft supports and platforms early-career, risk-taking and experimental art practices through a diverse program of solo and group exhibitions. Successful applicants receive: $1,500 artist fee for solo projects $950 artist fee (each) for exhibitions of up to 2 artists $600 artist fee (each) for exhibitions of more than 2 artists,…
Robert Brownhall Drawing Workshop
Deadline:
20250506
In conjunction with our current exhibition, Numinous: The Landscape Paintings of William Robinson QUT Collection artist and alumni Robert Brownhall will be offering a drawing workshop. Exploring the adjacent Botanical Gardens and the architecture of Old Government House join Robert for a workshop with a focus on scene selection, the drawing process…
GUAM Internship Program
Deadline:
The Internship Program is offered to current and past Griffith University students. 2025 marks the 15th anniversary of the Griffith University Art Museum Internship Program. Over the last decade we have mentored almost 60 Griffith University students and alumni, helping them to build exciting careers at leading institutions within…
Remagine Art Prize 2025
Deadline:
20250501
Remagine Art Prize is an environmental art prize which began in 2009, to promote awareness of environmental challenges such as waste and consumption. This year’s theme ‘RE: THINK TO RE: PURPOSE’ refers to the decisions we make each day about how much waste we create, and how this directly affects our…
Lennox St. Gallery Art Award
Deadline:
20250504
The Lennox St. Gallery Art Award celebrates contemporary visual art, providing a platform for artists to showcase exceptional Paintings and works on paper. Open to artists under the age of 35 and living in Australia, the award invites submissions of original paintings and works on paper created within the last twelve months. The aim…
The Doyles Art Award
Deadline:
20250516
The Doyles Art Award is an annual Australian representational fine art award and exhibition. Hundreds of original artworks are on display in Mudgeeraba, Queensland, for the duration of the exhibition. All adult artwork and some junior artwork is for sale. Categories include Landscape, Still Life, Figurative, All Ability and Juniors.…
Olive Cotton Award 2025
Deadline:
20250513
The Olive Cotton Award is a $20,000 biennial national award for excellence in photographic portraiture in memory of photographer Olive Cotton. In 2025 the Gallery will celebrate the 20-year anniversary of the award. The finalist exhibition will be selected from entrants across Australia and is a significant opportunity for established…
Tamworth Textile Triennial
Deadline:
20250505
The 6th Tamworth Textile Triennial will launch in 2026 at Tamworth Regional Gallery before embarking on a two-year tour across Australia. Curated by artist Blake Griffiths, this prestigious exhibition invites Expressions of Interest from both emerging and established artists looking to showcase their textile-based artworks. The 6th Tamworth Textile Triennial…
Cheongju International Craft Competition
Deadline:
20250502
Cheongju International Craft Competition, Korea, is calling for submissions of craft artworks reflecting trends in contemporary arts and crafts and conveying values of the future from artists from all over the world. Eligibility Any individual aged 18 or older or a team of such individuals are welcome to participate (no…
Stardust Residency 2025
Deadline:
20250507
Applications are now open for the 2025 Stardust Residency, established in memory of the late Suzi Lyon—an artist, mentor, and educator whose poetic and inclusive practice deeply shaped the Mparntwe arts community. Hosted by Watch This Space (WTS), the residency offers up to 8 weeks of studio time during August/September,…
Crit Session: Amelia Winata
Deadline:
20250507
Crit Sessions are a unique opportunity to develop your emerging, early or mid-career visual arts or curatorial practice with constructive feedback and discussions on your works or works-in-progress from some of australia’s leading artists, curators and industry professionals. This professional development series provides artists with valuable insights which are often…
La Fabrique des Arts Residency
Deadline:
20250511
Applications are now open for La Fabrique des Arts, a multidisciplinary artist residency in Paris hosted by Fondation Fiminco. Open to French and international artists of all ages, the residency supports practitioners across visual arts, crafts, dance, music, design, cinema, and literature. Residents receive a private studio, production support, access…
Cut X Paste: Collage Forage
Deadline:
20250608
Collage Forage combines the magical appeal of mushrooms with collage making in a pub. This workshop is a casual meet up an creative afternoon for beginners and seasoned collage artists alike. No prior experience is necessary. Plenty of fun guaranteed. Share conversation, dip into a treasure-trove of materials and make…
Mapping Creative Ideas Through the Art of Zine Making
Deadline:
20250510
Join artist and educator Anna Guthrie for a hands-on, full-day workshop exploring zine-making as a creative and expressive medium. This free session is ideal for artists, educators, and anyone interested in using zines for conceptual development, personal expression, and DIY publishing. This workshop will include: An introduction to the history…
Nextdoor ARI: Zine Making Workshop
Deadline:
20250510
Whether you are an experienced zine- er or have always secretly thought “what the heck is a zine” we would love to have you. Paper and materials will be provided along with some snacks. WHERE: Orleigh Park (exact location to be announced on the day via stories) WHEN: Saturday May…
Workshop: The Artist as Fundraiser
Deadline:
20250412
The Artist as Fundraiser is a free 3-hour fundraising workshop that is ideal for artists, producers and collectives looking to boost their knowledge, skills and confidence to strategically build supporter relationships and grow income from donations. This workshop will cover: Planning your fundraising campaign (individual donations) Building your case for…
We the Makers Sustainable Fashion Prize
Deadline:
20250415
The National Wool Museum and the City of Greater Geelong announce the opening of the We the Makers Sustainable Fashion Prize, a biennial competition celebrating dynamic and diverse ethical fashion design. Emerging designers from around the world are invited to submit one ensemble that showcases their commitment to sustainable fashion practices.…
Brisbane Valley Rail Trail Art: EOI
Deadline:
20250411
Call for Expressions of Interest: Public Art on the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail Somerset Regional Council is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from artists in Somerset and South East Queensland (SEQ) to create public artworks for the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail. This opportunity is part of the council’s application for…
BBA One Shot Award 2025
Deadline:
20250421
Are you a seasoned photographer or a casual snap-shooter? Everyone has a unique creative vision, and the BBA One Shot Award 2025 is your chance to showcase yours. Open to anyone 18+ Submit one image per entry – any theme, medium, or subject is welcome Accepting lens-based, mobile, AI-generated, film,…
Mark Making with Textiles
Deadline:
20250322
Known for their distinctive mark-making and textile backgrounds, contemporary artists Kitty Horton & Claudia Mazzotta have teamed up to lead this exploratory and engaging workshop, offering insight into their creative processes while guiding you in making your own stitched multimedia artwork. This hands-on session will introduce a range of experimental…
QCAD Galleries: Call Out
Deadline:
20250401
Applications to exhibit at QCAD Galleries are now open. You can apply to exhibit from July 2025 – March 2026 across our three South Bank spaces. We accept proposals from QCAD students, staff, and external applicants. Please take the time to read through the information listed on the QCAD Galleries…
The 2025 Milburn Art Prize
Deadline:
20250331
The 2025 Milburn Art Prize for Landscape reflects the evolving nature and aims of BIA to honour Paul Milburn, a much loved and respected tutor who began teaching in 1989 at BIA until his death in 2011. With this in mind we offer a prize of $10,000, along with approximately…
Georges River Art Prize
Deadline:
20250404
The Georges River Art Prize is a biennial art prize that provides an opportunity for artists from all over Australia to display their best work. There are categories for painting and sculptural work, children and youth, and local artists. The Georges River Art Prize is hosted by Hurstville Museum &…
FiKVA Award
Deadline:
20250415
The FiKVA Award 2025 offers a €3,000 grand prize, along with art supplies, marketing support, and a 6-month online gallery representation. Open to all 2D representational and figurative painters worldwide, this is an opportunity to showcase your best work. Prizes Include: First Prize: €3,000 + art supplies + digital promotion…
Moreton Bay Art Prize 2025
Deadline:
20250412
The Moreton Bay Art Prize and Outdoor Art Prize is an annual exhibition and prize that supports and celebrates our diverse local artists. Each year, the Moreton Bay Art Prize is awarded to an artist aged 18 years or over who currently resides in the City of Moreton Bay local government area…
ARCUS Project: Ibaraki Artist-In-Residence
Deadline:
20250325
ARCUS Project’s artist-in-residence program provides opportunities for artists in the field of contemporary art to cultivate their artistic creativity and vision. Located around an hour from Tokyo, a residency at ARCUS Studio allows participants in the program to come into contact with the contemporary art scene in Japan as well…
Public Art EOI: Redlands Coast Eco Precinct
Deadline:
20250414
Redland City Council invites expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced Redland and South East Queensland artists or artist collectives to deliver new public artworks for the Redlands Coast Eco Precinct: Phase 1 (Expression of Interest): Applications Open: Wednesday, 26 March, 2025 Application Close: Monday, 14 April, 2025 Phase 2…
Call for Exhibition Proposals: Maitland Regional Art Gallery
Deadline:
20250425
Maitland Regional Art Gallery (MRAG) is calling for exhibition proposals for two exhibition spaces in the 2026-2028 program. Both spaces are considered project spaces and can be used for a range of purposes including installation of exhibitions and creative making. Our exhibition program is full in all other spaces until…
The Malamegi Lab Art Award 2025
Deadline:
20250312
The Malamegi Lab Art Award is an international competition for artists across disciplines, including drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, graphic design, mixed media, digital art, and video. Key Opportunities for Artists: Artwork Acquisition Award: Inclusion in Malamegi Lab’s permanent collection. Group Exhibition: Showcase your work to an international audience of collectors,…







































































