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 and proudly presented with Woollahra Municipal Council, the prize invites artists to explore the boundless possibilities within limited scale, showcasing diverse freestanding and wall-mounted works across various mediums.
Eligibility
- For the purpose of the Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize, sculptures are defined as freestanding, non-site specific, three-dimensional objects or wall-mounted objects.
- Entries should not exceed 80cm in any dimension, and must have a stable base (or appropriate mount). The overall weight and dimensions must allow for easy transportation, and not exceed the carrying capacity of two average persons.
- All entries must be the original work of the submitting artist and must have been designed or completed within one year prior to July 2025.
- There is no limit to the number of entries an artist can submit. A separate entry form and fee must accompany each entry. Only one work per artist will be shown in the exhibition.
- Collaborative entries are acceptable.
Sale of Works
- The gallery takes a 40% commission, plus 10% GST on the commission amount, from the listed sale price.
- Represented artists are charged a 20% commission, plus 10% GST on the commission amount.
- Note: GST-registered artists must include GST in their listed sale price. Woollahra Council is not responsible for remitting GST on behalf of the artist.
Submission Requirements
Artwork details
Artwork Files
Artwork statement
Artist biography
How to Apply
Online Application
Program Benefits & Awards
The Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize
An acquisitive award of $25,000
The Special Commendation Award
A non-acquisitive award of $2,000
The Mayor’s Award
A non-acquisitive award of $1,000
The Viewer’s Choice
A non-acquisitive award of $1,000
Entry Fee
A non-refundable entry fee of $50 (plus a 0.55% transaction fee) must accompany each entered work
Location
New South Wales, Australia
Timeline
- Application Deadline: 13 Jul 2025
Website Link: https://www.woollahragallery.com.au/Artists/Woollahra-Small-Sculpture-Prize
