Entries are now open for the Fifty Squared Art Prize 2026, Australia’s largest open-call art prize for wall-based artworks measuring 50 × 50 cm or less.
Open to artists at all stages of their careers, this nationally recognised prize offers a unique opportunity where all submitted works are exhibited, culminating in a large-scale showcase featuring hundreds of artworks across painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, ceramics, weaving, and more.
The exhibition attracts a wide audience of collectors, curators, and art lovers, making it a valuable platform for visibility and professional exposure.
Finalists will be exhibited at Brunswick Street Gallery from 20 June – 3 July 2026.
The prize includes over $15,000 in awards:
First Prize: $5,000
Second Prize: $2,000
Third Prize: $1,000
Exhibition Prizes: Solo exhibition packages
Honourable Mentions: Supported by industry partners
People’s Choice Award
With its inclusive format and high public engagement, the Fifty Squared Art Prize continues to support and celebrate contemporary artists across Australia.
