Sunshine Coast National Art Prize
The art prize is open to Australian residents working within any 2D medium and new media
The national acquisitive Sunshine Coast National Art Prize is a dynamic visual arts award reflecting outstanding contemporary 2D and new media arts practice in Australia. Since 2006, the exhibition presents the remarkable finalist works by artists from across the country.
The artwork awarded with the Major Prize will be acquired into the Sunshine Coast Art Collection. A People’s Choice prize is also decided by way of public vote by exhibition visitors.
The Sunshine Coast National Art Prize 2025 is proudly supported by Sunshine Coast Council, Argon Law Sunshine Coast, De Deyne Family, Caloundra Chamber of Commerce, Montville Country Cabins, Coastline BMW and International Art Services
2025 Entries are now closed.
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Prize details
About the Sunshine Coast National Art Prize 2025
2025 Judge
This year, we are thrilled to welcome the highly experienced Robert Heather as our guest judge. With a stellar career in galleries, museums, and libraries across Queensland, Victoria, and New South Wales, his expertise will ensure a discerning and insightful judging process.
Conditions of entry
The terms and conditions of entry to the Sunshine Coast National Art Prize 2025
Previous winners
Previous winners and highly commended of the Sunshine Coast Art Prize
Partners
Learn more about the generous partners