Australia

Short Description To all writers from UNESCO Cities of Literature – Melbourne UNESCO City of Literature is inviting you to put yourself forward to be one of the virtual writers in residence in November this year. From poets to playwrights, this is an opportunity to get to know Melbourne’s vibrant and varied literary community up close […]

Short Description Welcome to the 12th Edition of the Boynes Artist Award, where we continue our mission of championing visual artists worldwide. We are excited to announce new, unique prizes and opportunities for artists at every level. Starting with the 12th Edition, the Boynes Artist Award will transition into an annual open-call format designed to […]

Short Description Established in 2009, the Hornsby Art Prize is organised and sponsored by Hornsby Shire Council and delivered in partnership with the Hornsby Art Society. The non-acquisitive prize celebrates Australian Contemporary Art and is open to all Australian residents aged 18 years and over. Categories include Painting, Drawing, Printmaking, Photography and Sculpture. This year’s […]

Short Description: The competition is run by the Head On Foundation, a non-profit organization in Australia. “ Calling all photographers! Submit your best work for the Head On Photo Exposure Award. Whether it’s fine art, fashion, wildlife, or any genre, technique or style, we want to see your creativity. Open to photographers of all levels worldwide.  Images […]

Applications are now open for the 2025–2026 Adelaide Fringe studio residency at fab workshop. This 11-month program will provide two visual artists with rent-free studio space and support from July 2025. Designed to foster experimentation, connection and sustained creative development, the residency includes access to tools, equipment, mentoring, and a public outcome during Adelaide Fringe […]

Short Description Since 1967, the Power Institute has maintained a studio at the Cité Internationale des Arts in Paris for artists, curator,s and researchers. Applicants can apply for one of three categories: Eligibility Applicants must be an Australian citizen or a Permanent Resident.  Applicants cannot have previously received a residency at the Cité Internationale des […]

Short Description The Australian Photographic Society’s Mullins Conceptual Photography Prize is a national $30,000 acquisitive prize that seeks to find Australia’s best conceptual photographic works. Finalists of the prize are exhibited annually at Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre with the prize-winning work joining the Muswellbrook Shire Art Collection, and a collection of contemporary photographic works acquired […]

Short Description In 2025, the Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize proudly upholds its reputation as Australia’s foremost award dedicated to small-scale sculpture. Established in 2001 as the nation’s first national acquisitive prize for original sculptures up to 80cm in any dimension, this esteemed competition continues to champion creativity and innovation. Hosted by Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf […]

Short Description Our Annual Arts Grants and Residencies provide support for artists to deliver and present new ideas in the city. Each year, we offer grants and studio space and facilities residencies to creatives across all arts forms to bring their creative project to life.  Eligibility Applicants must: be an artist or a small to […]