Redland Art Awards 2026

Who Can Apply: Australian citizens or permanent residents aged 18 or over who currently reside in Australia
The Focus: Biennial contemporary painting competition for original works in liquid media
The Funding: AUD $20,000 acquisitive first prize; $6,000 second; $3,000 third; $1,000 People's Choice; $500 Member's Choice
Key Requirements: Submit one to three original paintings; maximum 2m high × 1.5m wide × 10cm deep and 10kg; work must not have won another competition; entry fees are $44 for one, $77 for two, or $99 for three

DeadlineMonday, September 21, 2026

AwardAUD $20,000 acquisitive first prize + AUD $6,000 second prize + AUD $3,000 third prize + AUD $1,000 People's Choice + AUD $500 Member's Choice

Application feeA$44

Program datesNovember 29, 2026 - January 22, 2027

LocationCleveland, Queensland

ParticipationOn-site

Career stagesAll Stages

Application notesWork must not have won a prize in another competition. First-stage results are emailed October 14, 2026. Finalists Exhibition Opening: 6pm Friday November 27, 2026; panel talk: 10am Sunday November 29. Finalist paintings must remain on display November 29, 2026 through January 22, 2027.

Contactgallery@redland.qld.gov.au

Hosted by

Redland Art Gallery

Organization based in Cleveland