Sunshine Coast National Art Prize 2024

_{Image: Judith Nangala Crispin | Jenni, in spirit form, watches the first UFOs appear above the West MacDonnell Ranges | 2022 | lumachrome glass print, cliche-verre, chemigram, painting, fox-killed Guinea Fowl, sticks, white-out, leaves, sand, crayon, eyeliner and salt on fibre exposed paper. Exposed 47 hours in a geodesic dome | 140 x 97cm | Winner, Major Prize, Sunshine Coast Art Prize 2023 | Image courtesy of the artist}

In its 19th year, the Sunshine Coast National Art Prize 2024 (formerly known as Sunshine Coast Art Prize), is our region’s premier national contemporary art award, celebrating exceptional 2D and new media art in Australia. As part of the Council’s strategic collection plan, this acquisitive prize contributes to the region’s cultural legacy. The 40 finalist artworks, selected from nationwide entries, offer diverse interpretations of our world through various mediums, from traditional oils to digital compositions.

View this year's 40 finalists online.

Vote online for your favourite artwork in the People's Choice Prize.

We extend gratitude to sponsors including Argon Law and the De Deyne Family, along with the ongoing support of the Caloundra Chamber of Commerce and International Art Services.

Location	Event	Date and time	Registration
Caloundra Regional Gallery	Launch	Thursday 22 August, 6.30-8.30pm	Register
Caloundra Regional Gallery	Exhibition	Friday 23 August to Sunday 13 October 2024	Not required
Caloundra Regional Gallery	Winners' Announcement	Thursday 3 October, 6-8pm	TBC