11 September 2026
Congratulations to Laura Patterson who has been shortlisted for the 2026 Paddington Art Prize with her work Waves of ferns and nausea, Woonoongoora / Lamington National Park. Now in its 23rd year, The Paddington Art Prize is an acquisitive award for a painting inspired by the Australian landscape. The winners…
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10 September 2026
Congratulations to Natasha Bieniek who has been announced as a finalist in the 2026 Portia Geach Memorial Award with her work, The folding. Named in memory of artist and commentator Portia Geach, this prestigious annual prize is presented to an Australian woman artist for a portrait painting of a man…
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5 September 2026
Congratulations to Gerwyn Davies, who has been announced as a finalist in the 2026 Brisbane Portrait Prize with his work, Shimmer. The Brisbane Portrait Prize celebrates artists and sitters who are based in, or have a strong connection to, the Brisbane/Magandjin region. Gerwyn’s sitter, Alfie, participated in the artist’s 2025…
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5 September 2026
Congratulations to Natasha Bieniek, who has been announced as the winner of the 2026 John Leslie Art Prize with her work, Labyrinth. Established in 2000, the John Leslie Art Prize is a biennial national award for landscape painting presented by Gippsland Art Gallery. As the winning work, Labyrinth will now…
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2 September 2026
Senior Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara artist and traditional healer (ngangkari) Betty Muffler will present her first major institutional solo exhibition at Bundanon, opening 31 October. Comprising new paintings alongside loaned works, Ngangkari Ngura – Healing Country explores Muffler’s recent practice and the striking black and white paintings for which she has become…
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19 August 2026
Congratulations to Michael Cook, who has been selected as a finalist in the 2026 National Photographic Portrait Prize with his work, Walkabout. One of Australia’s leading awards for photographic portraiture, the National Photographic Portrait Prize brings together some of the country’s most compelling contemporary photographic practice each year. The winner…
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6 August 2026
Congratulations to Heidi Yardley and Natasha Bieniek who are finalists in the 2026 John Leslie Art Prize. Established in 2000, the John Leslie Art Prize is a national, biennial prize for landscape painting, awarded by the Gippsland Art Gallery. The winner of the major prize will have their work acquired…
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3 August 2026
Louise Tate’s work is featured on the cover of this month’s Frankie Magazine. Readers can also find a Q&A with the artist inside. This issue (133) of Frankie Magazine is on sale in Australia from today. More information Image credit: Louise Tate, Peony, strawflower, wallflower, 2023, oil on linen,…
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29 July 2026
Congratulations to Monica Rohan who is a finalist in the 2026 Mosman Art Prize with her work Netted. Established in 1947, the Mosman Art Prize is the longest running municipal art prize in Australia. Winning entries are acquired for the Mosman Art Collection, a valuable collection that surveys Australian painting.
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28 July 2026
An article profiling Richard Lewer’s Steve, has been published by The New Daily (online). In the article, writer Liz Hobday discusses the premise for the Steve project which was commissioned by the National Gallery of Australia and incorporates an installation of paintings on pre-loved Formica table tops and an animated…
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25 July 2026
Jacqueline Hennessy has been commended with the People’s Choice Award in the 2026 Salon des Refusés. Established in 1992, the Salon des Refusés exhibition is the ‘alternative selection’ to the Archibald Prize and has become a much anticipated yearly show in its own right. Hennessy’s portrait is of fellow artist,…
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22 July 2026
Congratulations to Archer Davies who has won the Brisbane Rotary Art Show 2026 with his work, Rose Velvet. Now in its 42nd year, the Brisbane Rotary Art Show raises funds for charities and Rotary initiatives supporting youth programs, disaster relief and mental health services. This year’s judging panel includes artists…
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18 July 2026
Michael Cook is featured in issue #66 of Habitus Magazine. Written by Gina Fairley, the article delves into Michael’s beginnings as a fashion photographer and career pivot to the art world whilst also touching on some of the artist’s recent series and ongoing investigations. More information Image credit: Michael…
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15 July 2026
Congratulations to Gerwyn Davies who is a finalist in the Sunshine Coast Art Prize 2026 with his work, Meat tray. This acquisitive award attracts entries from around Australia, showcasing excellence in 2D contemporary arts practice and new media. Constructed using fabric recycled from the costumes the artist wears in his…
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11 July 2026
Lucy Culliton is featured in the July issue of Australian Country Style Magazine. Writer Penny Carroll profiles the artist in her home at Bibbenluke, located in regional NSW. In the article, Lucy discusses her day-to-day life as an artist living and working in the Monaro region whilst also caring for…
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